Behavioral Health Technician

Entry-Level Position | Full-Time | West Jordan & Erda, UT
Live for Life provides structured residential behavioral health treatment for male adolescents with mental health challenges. Clients receive individual, family, and group therapy, psychiatric care, behavioral support, and structured rehabilitative interventions in a safe, therapeutic environment.
Our mission is to help youth build the skills and stability needed to successfully return to their families and communities.
Travel stipend available for eligible employees commuting to our Erda location from outside Tooele County.
Role Overview
Work directly with adolescents in our Cypress and Sequoia residential treatment programs. Behavioral Health Technicians provide active supervision and help maintain client safety while building positive, structured relationships.
Through mentorship, guidance, and accountability, you'll help clients work toward treatment goals, develop skills, manage behaviors, participate in daily programming, and build toward a successful future.
Schedule Option
Swing Shift
Monday–Friday | 3:00 PM–11:00 PM
Grave Shift
Friday–Tuesday | 11:00 PM–7:00 AM
or Saturday–Wednesday | 11:00 PM–7:00 AM
Weekend Double Shift
Saturday & Sunday | 7:00 AM–11:00 PM
Work 32 hours, paid for 40 hours
5 consecutive days off every week
Predictable, consistent full-time schedule
Shift availability varies by location and program. We will review current openings with you when you apply.
What You'll Do
Maintain active supervision and a safe, structured residential environment
Build positive relationships while maintaining appropriate professional boundaries
Mentor and support clients as they work toward treatment and daily goals
Lead and participate in recreational, skill-building, and support activities
Assist clients with daily routines, including meals, hygiene, chores, laundry, cleaning, and schedules
Provide individual support, behavioral prompting, redirection, and appropriate limit-setting
Monitor client behavior and accurately document progress and significant events
Identify and communicate client needs, concerns, and changes in behavior to program and clinical team members
Follow program expectations, safety procedures, documentation requirements, and assigned responsibilities
Transport clients to approved appointments, activities, meetings, and community outings
Recognize and respond appropriately to safety concerns, including increased aggression, suicidal behavior, elopement risk, and other behavioral or safety concerns
Who Does Well Here?
Live for Life is a strong fit for people who are calm, consistent, engaged, dependable, and comfortable maintaining structure.
Strong staff build positive relationships while maintaining professional boundaries, communicate clearly, work well as part of a team, follow through with expectations, and remain steady when situations become challenging.
Minimum Requirements
21+ years old
High school diploma or equivalent
Valid driver's license
Able to pass an FBI background check
Preferred, Not Required: Previous experience working with adolescents or in behavioral health.
Paid Training
First Aid & CPR
Food Handler's Permit
Positive Communication System (PCS)
De-escalation and behavioral support techniques
Benefits
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Self-care support
Medical insurance with multiple plan options
Dental and Vision insurance
401(k)
Employee referral program
Employee recognition program
Casual, team-oriented work environment
Workplace food and coffee
Travel stipend for eligible employees commuting to our Erda location from outside Tooele County
Apply Today
Build a meaningful career providing structure, support, mentorship, and accountability to adolescents working toward a successful return to their families and communities.

Employment type
Full-Time

Work arrangement
No