Direct Support Professional

Embark Behavioral Health • Hurricane, UT

13d • $19 - $20 • Onsite

About The Position

Embark at Hurricane – Stabilization and Assessment is hiring a Direct Support Professional to support adolescent boys ages 12–17 in an on-site 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. The role supports clients with daily routines, emotional regulation, life skills, safety, and structured programming, in coordination with therapists and nurses to help ensure treatment goals are met.

The position is located at 65 N 1150 Hurricane, Utah 84737. The swing-shift hours are 1:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m., on a rotating two-week schedule: Week 1 is Monday, Tuesday, Saturday, and Sunday; Week 2 is Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday. The hourly pay rate is $19.00 to $20.00.

Requirements

• Be at least 21 years old.
• Have a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Pass a pre-employment drug screen.
• Pass a criminal investigation background check.
• Have a current driver's license.
• Be able to learn CPR and First Aid.
• Be comfortable managing verbal and physical outbursts and emotional dysregulation in a residential setting.
• Demonstrate the ability to maintain composure and set firm, healthy boundaries.
• Show willingness to learn and grow.

Nice To Haves

• Background working with adolescents in behavioral health, residential, or crisis environments is preferred.
• Direct experience is not required for candidates with strong boundary-setting skills and a passion for adolescent mental health.

Responsibilities

• Support students in following structured schedules and activities with encouragement and accountability.
• Use verbal de-escalation techniques during emotional or behavioral escalations and apply approved physical interventions when clinically necessary to ensure safety.
• Use 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 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 HDHPs 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 matching contributions after the eligibility period.
• Competitive PTO accrual plans and paid holidays.
• Free, confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

What This Job Offers

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