Overnight Behavioral Health Technician — Youth Residential

Optimum Performance Institute; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Parental Leave

Life & Disability Coverage

401k with Match

PTO & Holidays

EAP Program

Job summary

Optimum Performance Institute in Woodland Hills, CA is seeking a Behavioral Health Technician (BHT) to provide overnight supervision and support for young adults in residential treatment. You will conduct wellness and safety checks, respond to resident needs, and maintain accurate documentation for the treatment team.

The role requires reliability, attentiveness, and the ability to work with a dynamic team; overnight shifts, weekends, and holidays are included in the schedule with a competitive

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Two years of experience in residential or mental health settings preferred.
• Able to supervise overnight and respond to resident needs.
• Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record.
• Willingness to work overnight shifts, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Build trusting relationships with residents and mentor personal growth.
• Complete wellness and safety checks and monitor behavior.
• Respond to resident needs and crisis situations per procedures.
• Maintain a safe, calm, structured environment during shifts.
• Record shift notes, observation logs, and incidents accurately.
• Communicate updates to the treatment team and new staff.
• Maintain confidentiality and comply with policies and privacy rules.

Skills

Overnight supervision

Wellness checks

Crisis response

Accurate documentation

Team communication

Education

HS diploma or equivalent

Bachelor's in psychology or related field preferred

Job description

Optimum Performance Institute in Woodland Hills, CA is seeking a Behavioral Health Technician (BHT) to provide overnight supervision and support for young adults in residential treatment. You will conduct wellness and safety checks, respond to resident needs, and maintain accurate documentation for the treatment team.

The role requires reliability, attentiveness, and the ability to work with a dynamic team; overnight shifts, weekends, and holidays are included in the schedule with a competitive