Behavioral Health Associate

Embark Behavioral Health • Washington, UT

9d • Onsite

About The Position

Sunrise Residential Treatment Center in southern Utah is hiring Behavioral Health Associates to support adolescent boys and girls ages 12–17. Associates provide hands-on support with daily routines, emotional regulation, life skills, safety, and structured programming, working alongside therapists and nurses to help ensure treatment goals are met. The program provides a safe, home-like environment where teens and families engage in relational, experiential, and evidence-based care focused on trauma, emotional regulation, and family systems.

The role is on-site in Washington, Utah, and pays $17.00 to $19.00 per hour. Shift options are 6:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m. or 1:30 p.m.–11:30 p.m. Schedules are Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and every other Wednesday, or Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, and every other Wednesday.

Requirements

• Must be 21 years of age or older.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Able to pass a pre-employment drug screen.
• Able to pass a criminal investigation background check.
• Current driver's license.
• Ability to learn CPR and First Aid.
• Comfort managing verbal or physical outbursts and emotional dysregulation in a residential setting.
• Ability to maintain composure and set firm, healthy boundaries.
• Willingness to learn and grow.

Nice To Haves

• Background working with adolescents in behavioral health, residential, or crisis environments is preferred.
• Strong boundary-setting 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, including holds or restraints, 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 Mastery Program with incremental pay increases upon completion of each tier.
• 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 are available.
• 401(k) with company match after the eligibility period.
• Competitive PTO accrual plans and paid holidays throughout the year.
• Free, confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

What This Job Offers

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