Behavioral Health Technician

Entry-Level PositionLive for Life provides structured residential behavioral health treatment for male 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 OverviewWork directly with adolescents in our Cypress and Sequoia 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 OptionSwing ShiftMonday–Friday | 3:00 PM–11:00 PMGrave ShiftFriday–Tuesday | 11:00 PM–7:00 AMor Saturday–Wednesday | 11:00 PM–7:00 AMWeekend Double ShiftSaturday & Sunday | 7:00 AM–11:00 PMWork 32 hours, paid for 40 hours5 consecutive days off every weekPredictable, consistent full-time scheduleShift availability varies by location and program. We will review current openings with you when you apply.What You'll DoMaintain active supervision and a safe, structured residential environmentBuild positive relationships while maintaining appropriate professional boundariesMentor and support clients as they work toward treatment and daily goalsLead and participate in recreational, skill-building, and support activitiesAssist clients with daily routines, including meals, hygiene, chores, laundry, cleaning, and schedulesProvide individual support, behavioral prompting, redirection, and appropriate limit-settingMonitor client behavior and accurately document progress and significant eventsIdentify and communicate client needs, concerns, and changes in behavior to program and clinical team membersFollow program expectations, safety procedures, documentation requirements, and assigned responsibilitiesTransport clients to approved appointments, activities, meetings, and community outingsRecognize and respond appropriately to safety concerns, including increased aggression, suicidal behavior, elopement risk, and other behavioral or safety concernsWho Does Well Here?Live for Life 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 Requirements21+ years oldHigh school diploma or equivalentValid driver's licenseAble to pass an FBI background checkPreferred, Not Required: Previous experience working with adolescents or in behavioral health.Paid TrainingFirst Aid & CPRFood Handler's PermitPositive Communication System (PCS)De-escalation and behavioral support techniquesBenefitsPaid Time Off (PTO)Self-care supportMedical insurance with multiple plan optionsDental and Vision insurance401(k)Employee referral programEmployee recognition programCasual, team-oriented work environmentWorkplace food and coffeeTravel stipend for eligible employees commuting to our Erda location from outside Tooele CountyApply TodayBuild a meaningful career providing structure, support, mentorship, and accountability to adolescents working toward a successful return to their families and communities.