Behavioral Health Associate | Morning Shift | 18-20 hr

Sunstone HR Consulting • Hurricane, UT

21h • 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 home-like residential environment focused on stabilization, assessment, and family-centered healing. Associates support teens experiencing significant emotional and behavioral challenges as they build healthier routines, develop life skills, and navigate difficult moments. Direct behavioral health experience is not required; caring, dependable applicants with strong communication skills who can balance compassion with healthy boundaries are encouraged to apply.

This is an active, people-focused role supporting teens with high-acuity behavioral and emotional needs. It calls for patience, good judgment, strong boundaries, and the ability to remain calm during verbal or physical outbursts. Some situations may require approved physical interventions, including holds or restraints when clinically necessary. The position is on-site at 65 N 1150, Hurricane, UT 84737. The shift is 7:00 AM–5:00 PM on a rotating schedule: Week 1 is Monday, Tuesday, Saturday, and Sunday; Week 2 is Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday.

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.
• Dependability, compassion, patience, good judgment, strong communication skills, and the ability to maintain firm, healthy boundaries and remain calm during challenging situations.

Nice To Haves

• Experience working with adolescents in behavioral health, residential treatment, or crisis settings is preferred but not required.
• Willingness to learn and grow.

Responsibilities

• Build positive relationships with teens, encourage them, model healthy behaviors, and create an environment of trust and accountability.
• Guide students through structured schedules, activities, and life-skills development.
• Use verbal de-escalation techniques and approved safety procedures when students experience emotional or behavioral difficulties.
• Collaborate with therapists, nurses, and fellow staff to support individualized treatment goals.
• Maintain accurate records of student interactions, incidents, and progress.
• Participate in staff and house activities, reinforce positive behaviors, and assist with light housekeeping.

Benefits

• Paid training through a structured two-year Mastery Program with incremental pay increases as each tier is completed.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance plans, including PPO and HDHP options with HSA eligibility and company contributions.
• 401(k) 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