Behavioral Health Associate | AM Shift | 17-19 per Hour

Sunstone HR Consulting • Washington, UT

1d • $17 - $19 • Onsite

About The Position

Sunrise Residential Treatment Center, in partnership with Sunstone HR, is hiring Behavioral Health Associates to support teens ages 12–17 in a safe, home-like residential treatment environment. Care is relational, experiential, and evidence-based, with a focus on emotional regulation, trauma, personal growth, and family relationships. Direct behavioral health experience is not required; the role is suited to dependable, compassionate people with strong communication skills who can balance empathy with healthy boundaries.

This active, people-focused position involves supporting teens through daily routines and challenges, helping maintain a welcoming and structured environment, and working with the treatment team to support individualized treatment goals. Some situations may require approved physical interventions, including holds or restraints when clinically necessary.

The position is on-site in Washington, Utah, with a 6:30 AM–4:30 PM shift. Available schedules are Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and every other Wednesday, or Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, and every other Wednesday. Pay is $17–$19 per hour, with paid training and career growth opportunities.

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.
• Dependable, compassionate, patient, and comfortable setting healthy boundaries.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

• Build positive relationships with teens, encourage them, model healthy behaviors, and foster trust and accountability.
• Guide students through structured schedules, activities, and life skills development.
• Help teens navigate emotional or behavioral difficulties using verbal de-escalation techniques and approved safety procedures.
• Collaborate with therapists, nurses, and other staff to support individualized treatment goals.
• Maintain accurate records of student interactions, incidents, and progress.
• Support teamwork, participate in staff and house activities, and assist with light housekeeping.

Benefits

• Paid Mastery Program: structured two-year training with incremental pay increases as each tier is completed.
• 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.
• PTO 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 coverage options.
• Free, confidential Employee Assistance Program.

What This Job Offers

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