Behavioral Health Associate

Embark Behavioral Health • Hurricane, UT

8d • Onsite

About The Position

Embark at Hurricane – Stabilization and Assessment is hiring Behavioral Health Associates to support adolescent boys ages 12–17 in an on-site residential setting. The program provides a home-like environment for highly acute teens and their families, focusing on stabilization, assessment, and family-centered healing. Associates help clients with daily routines, emotional regulation, life skills, safety, and structured programming while working alongside therapists and nurses to support treatment goals.

Requirements

• Be at least 21 years of age.
• Have a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Pass a pre-employment drug screen.
• Pass a criminal investigation background check.
• Have a current driver's license.
• Be able to learn CPR and First Aid.
• Be comfortable managing verbal and physical outbursts and emotional dysregulation in a residential setting.
• Demonstrate the ability to maintain composure and set firm, healthy boundaries.
• Show willingness to learn and grow.

Nice To Haves

• Background working with adolescents in behavioral health, residential, or crisis environments.
• Strong boundary-setting skills and a passion for adolescent mental health; direct experience is not required.

Responsibilities

• Support students in following structured schedules and activities with encouragement and accountability.
• Use verbal de-escalation techniques to manage emotional or behavioral escalations and apply approved physical interventions when clinically necessary to ensure safety.
• Ensure student progress aligns with individualized treatment plans developed by therapists.
• Model constructive behaviors and attitudes, reinforcing a healthy environment for clients.
• Maintain consistent, thorough records of client interactions, incidents, and progress.
• Participate in staff and house bonding activities to foster teamwork and community cohesion.
• Perform light daily tasks to maintain a clean, organized living space.

Benefits

• Paid two-year structured Mastery Program with incremental pay increases as each tier is completed.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance, with multiple plan options including PPO and HDHP plans with HSA eligibility and company contributions.
• Paid parental leave: up to six weeks for exempt employees and four weeks for non-exempt employees.
• Company-paid life, AD&D, and long-term disability coverage; voluntary life and optional short-term disability coverage are available.
• 401(k) with company matching contributions after the eligibility period.
• PTO accrual plans and paid holidays.
• Free, confidential Employee Assistance Program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED