Behavioral Health Technician

Sunstone HR Consulting • Hurricane, UT

11d • Onsite

About The Position

Sunstone HR Consulting is partnering with a residential behavioral health organization in Hurricane, Utah, to hire Behavioral Health Technicians who support adolescent boys ages 12–17 in a residential setting. The program provides a home-like environment for highly acute teens and their families, with a focus on stabilization, assessment, and family-centered healing. Technicians support clients with daily routines, emotional regulation, life skills, safety, and structured programming while working alongside therapists and nurses to support treatment goals. No direct experience is required; training is provided.

The role is on-site in Hurricane, Utah. Available schedules are either 7:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. or 1:00 p.m.–11:00 p.m. Both schedules follow a two-week rotation: Monday, Tuesday, Saturday, and Sunday in Week 1; Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday in Week 2. The hourly pay rate is $18–$20, with a $250 sign-on bonus and employee referral bonus.

Requirements

• Must be at least 21 years old.
• 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.

Nice To Haves

• Background working with adolescents in behavioral health, residential, or crisis environments is preferred.
• Willingness to learn and grow; candidates with strong boundary-setting skills and a passion for adolescent mental health are encouraged to apply, even without direct experience.

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 when clinically necessary to ensure safety.
• Apply proactive strategies to reduce risk and provide crisis management when necessary.
• 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

• $250 sign-on bonus and employee referral bonus.
• Paid Mastery Program: access to a two-year structured training 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 coverage are available.
• 401(k) with company matching contributions after the eligibility period.
• Competitive PTO accrual plans and paid holidays throughout the year.
• Employee Assistance Program offering free, confidential support.

What This Job Offers

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