Behavioral Health Technician

Entry-Level Position | Full-Time | Erda, UT Live for Life provides structured residential behavioral health treatment for adolescents with mental health challenges. Clients receive individual, family, and group therapy, psychiatric care, behavioral support, and structured rehabilitative interventions in a safe, therapeutic environment. Our mission is to help youth build the skills and stability needed to successfully return to their families and communities. Travel stipend available for eligible employees commuting to our Erda location from outside Tooele County. Role Overview Work directly with adolescents in our Cypress residential treatment programs. Behavioral Health Technicians provide active supervision and help maintain client safety while building positive, structured relationships. Through mentorship, guidance, and accountability, you'll help clients work toward treatment goals, develop skills, manage behaviors, participate in daily programming, and build toward a successful future. Schedule Options AM Shift Monday–Friday | 7:00 AM–3:00 PM Swing Shift Monday–Friday | 3:00 PM–11:00 PM Grave Shift Friday–Tuesday | 11:00 PM–7:00 AM or Wednesday–Sunday | 11:00 PM–7:00 AM Weekend Double Shift Saturday & Sunday | 7:00 AM–11:00 PM Work 32 hours, paid for 40 hours 5 consecutive days off every week Predictable, consistent full-time schedule What You'll Do Maintain active supervision and a safe, structured residential environment Build positive relationships while maintaining appropriate professional boundaries Mentor and support clients as they work toward treatment and daily goals Lead and participate in recreational, skill-building, and support activities Assist clients with daily routines, including meals, hygiene, chores, laundry, cleaning, and schedules Provide individual support, behavioral prompting, redirection, and appropriate limit-setting Monitor client behavior and accurately document progress and significant events Identify and communicate client needs, concerns, and changes in behavior to program and clinical team members Follow program expectations, safety procedures, documentation requirements, and assigned responsibilities Transport clients to approved appointments, activities, meetings, and community outings Recognize and respond appropriately to safety concerns, including increased aggression, suicidal behavior, elopement risk, and other behavioral or safety concerns Who Does Well Here? Cypress is a strong fit for people who are calm, consistent, engaged, dependable, and comfortable maintaining structure. Strong staff build positive relationships while maintaining professional boundaries, communicate clearly, work well as part of a team, follow through with expectations, and remain steady when situations become challenging. Minimum Requirements 21+ years old High school diploma or equivalent Valid driver's license Able to pass an FBI background check Preferred, Not Required: Previous experience working with adolescents or in behavioral health. Paid Training First Aid & CPR Food Handler's Permit Positive Communication System (PCS) De-escalation and behavioral support techniques Benefits Paid Time Off (PTO) Self-care support Medical insurance with multiple plan options Dental and Vision insurance 401(k) Employee referral program Employee recognition program Casual, team-oriented work environment Workplace food and coffee Travel stipend for eligible Sequoia employees Apply Today Build a meaningful career providing structure, support, mentorship, and accountability to adolescents working toward a successful return to their families and communities. #J-18808-Ljbffr