Sr. Mental Health Technician

Sandstone Care • Boulder, CO, CO

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Sr. Mental Health Technician supports young adults in a residential behavioral health treatment setting in Boulder, Colorado. The role involves supporting clients through daily activities, including group therapy, recreation, and skill-building exercises, while ensuring their safety and well-being. The senior technician also mentors Behavioral Health Technicians, helps train new staff, and supports clear communication during shift changes. Responsibilities include documenting client behaviors and incidents in accordance with regulatory standards and using de-escalation techniques to respond to crises and support safety planning.

This is a full-time role scheduled Thursday through Saturday, 9:00 p.m. to 9:30 a.m., with 12.5-hour shifts. Compensation is $23.50 per hour, plus full-time benefits. The position requires a valid, unrestricted driver’s license and willingness to transport clients in a 15-passenger van. Employment is contingent upon passing a comprehensive background check, including fingerprinting and criminal records review, and a motor vehicle report.

Requirements

• At least 3 years of experience working with young adults in a behavioral health setting, including mental health and/or substance use; required.
• Excellent communication, organization, and interpersonal skills.
• A firm understanding of trauma-informed care.
• A valid, unrestricted driver’s license and willingness to transport clients in a 15-passenger van.
• Must submit to and pass a comprehensive background check, including fingerprinting, and a motor vehicle report.
• CPR certification or ability to obtain CPR certification within the first 30 days of employment.

Nice To Haves

• An associate or bachelor’s degree in psychology, social work, or a related field is preferred.
• CPR certification is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support clients through daily activities, including group therapy, recreation, and skill-building exercises, while ensuring their safety and well-being.
• Mentor Behavioral Health Technicians and assist with training new staff.
• Ensure seamless communication during shift changes.
• Maintain accurate records of client behaviors and incidents in accordance with regulatory standards.
• Use de-escalation techniques to respond to crises and support the creation of safety plans.
• Transport clients in a 15-passenger van.

Benefits

• Paid time off and paid floating holidays.
• Employee assistance program with counseling, legal consultations, financial planning, and wellness coaching.
• Continued education and CEU support.
• Medical, dental, and vision plans.
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage.
• Life insurance.
• 401(k) program with up to a 5% match.
• Collaborative and supportive team community.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed