Behavioral Health Technician - Adolescent Program - Multiple Openings

Job TitleSupport teens ages 12–17 in our residential mental health and recovery program.$23–$25/hour | Full-Time, Part-Time & Per Diem | Petaluma, CADay, Evening, Overnight & Weekend Shifts | Shift Differentials AvailableAbout the Role:Support teens ages 12–17 in our residential mental health and recovery program. This is a direct care and mentorship role—ideal for people passionate about youth development, psychology, or counseling. You'll work alongside therapists and licensed clinicians, providing daily therapeutic support, skills coaching, and supervision. No medical or clinical license required—we provide full training.Why Join Us:Direct care role—not a clinical or medical technician positionMeaningful work helping teens and families healFull training provided—no prior experience neededCareer path in behavioral health, counseling, or human servicesSupportive team alongside therapists, nurses, and educatorsWhat You'll Do:Provide therapeutic support and skills coaching under direction of licensed cliniciansSupport daily therapeutic programming and client engagementSupport residents through daily routines: meals, activities, and recreationMonitor resident safety and provide one-on-one support when neededUse de-escalation techniques during emotional or challenging momentsCommunicate with clinical staff about resident progress during shift handoffsTransport residents to appointments and outings (clean CA license required)Document behaviors and observations per program requirementsAdminister medications per physician orders (training and certification provided)Requirements:What We're Looking For:Must Have:High school diploma or GEDValid CA driver's license with clean recordFirst Aid/CPR certified (or willing to obtain)Calm, patient, and reliable—teens depend on consistent supportPreferred:Coursework or degree in psychology, social work, counseling, or related fieldExperience working with teens, in residential settings, or mental health programsAbout Muir Wood:We provide trauma-informed, relationship-centered residential treatment for teens ages 12–17 struggling with mental health and substance use challenges. Join a team committed to clinical excellence, compassion, and collaboration.Muir Wood Adolescent & Family Services provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.