Behavioral Health Associate | Afternoon Shift | 18-20/hour

Sunstone HR Consulting • Hurricane, UT

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Embark at Hurricane – Stabilization and Assessment, in partnership with Sunstone HR, is hiring a Behavioral Health Associate to support boys ages 12–17 in a residential program focused on stabilization, assessment, and family-centered healing. The role supports teens through structured programming, daily routines, and emotional challenges while helping maintain a safe, home-like environment. Direct behavioral health experience is not required; the employer is seeking patient, dependable people who are comfortable setting boundaries and interested in supporting young people.

The position is on-site at 65 N 1150, Hurricane, UT 84737. The afternoon shift runs from 1:00 PM to 11:00 PM on a rotating schedule: Week 1 is Monday, Tuesday, Saturday, and Sunday; Week 2 is Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday. The work can involve high-acuity behavioral and emotional needs, including verbal or physical outbursts. Approved physical interventions, including holds or restraints, may be required when clinically necessary.

Requirements

• Must be at least 21 years old.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Current driver's license.
• Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screening and criminal background investigation.
• Willingness to learn CPR and First Aid.
• Emotional maturity, patience, and ability to remain calm while supporting teens with high-acuity behavioral and emotional needs.
• Ability to balance compassion with accountability, build trust with teens, and maintain firm, healthy boundaries.

Nice To Haves

• Experience working with adolescents in behavioral health, residential treatment, or crisis settings.

Responsibilities

• Develop supportive relationships with teens while modeling healthy communication, accountability, and respect.
• Help students participate in structured programming, daily responsibilities, and life skills development.
• Use verbal de-escalation techniques and approved safety procedures to respond to emotional or behavioral escalations.
• Work alongside therapists, nurses, and fellow staff to reinforce individualized treatment goals.
• Help maintain a safe, organized, and welcoming residential setting, including light housekeeping.
• Accurately record student interactions, incidents, and progress.
• Participate in staff and house activities that build community and collaboration.

Benefits

• Paid two-year Mastery Program with incremental pay increases upon completion of each tier.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance, including PPO and HDHP options with HSA eligibility and company contributions.
• 401(k) with company match after eligibility requirements are met.
• Paid time off accrual and paid holidays.
• 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, plus voluntary life and optional short-term disability coverage.
• Free, confidential Employee Assistance Program support.

What This Job Offers

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