Behavioral Health Direct Support Professional - Stabilization & Assessment

New Haven • Provo, UT

1d • Onsite

About The Position

New Haven is hiring a Direct Support Professional / Youth Mentor to work directly with teen girls in a structured, therapeutic residential setting. New Haven is a nationally recognized residential treatment center serving adolescent girls ages 14–18. Our Spanish Fork campus provides a warm, home‑like environment where mental health care, trauma‑informed support, and academics come together. We help teens and families navigate emotional regulation, relational challenges, and behavioral health needs using a family‑centered, strengths‑based approach. This role is ideal for individuals interested in or pursuing careers in psychology, social work, counseling, behavioral science, or human services, and for those seeking hands‑on experience as a Direct Support Professional, Behavioral Health Technician, or Youth Mentor.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 21 years of age or older
• Valid driver’s license with a good driving record
• Ability to pass a Utah State background check
• Willingness to commit to a minimum of 8 months
• Ability to obtain a Food Handler’s Permit before the first day of work

Responsibilities

• Provide direct care and behavioral health support to adolescent residents
• Lead and participate in daily routines, group activities, and therapeutic programming
• Support the development of healthy coping skills, communication, and emotional regulation
• Assist with minor food preparation and model healthy lifestyle habits
• Maintain a safe, structured, trauma‑informed environment
• Collaborate with therapists and clinical staff to support individualized treatment plans
• Document daily progress notes and communicate key updates to leadership
• Use safe verbal de‑escalation and physical intervention skills when needed

Benefits

• Access to professional growth using our leading edge strategies and trainings with our exceptional leaders
• Comprehensive Benefit Program that includes medical insurance with a generous company contribution towards a high deductible plan, dental insurance, vision insurance, voluntary life and AD&D insurance, long-term disability, 401K with company matching, and paid paternal leave.
• Company Paid Holidays plus a PTO accrual schedule.
• Opportunity to foster relationships with adolescents and their families, create joy in their lives, and heal generations.
• Join a team of nationally recognized industry leaders who provide you with a framework of training, support, and long-term advancement opportunities.
• Embark and team members embrace the core values of empathy, trusting relationships, service, growth, and results.
• Possible relocation assistance available.

What This Job Offers

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