Behavioral Health Technician

Overview

Hourly pay rate: $20.00 - $22.00, DOE

Full-Time, On-site position

Location: 5401 W. Ninth Street Greeley, Colorado 80634

Are you empathetic, patient, and committed to empowering adolescents on their journey towards sustainable mental wellness?

As a Behavioral Health Technician, you will work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team to support adolescents ages (12-17) in their journey towards improved mental health and well-being. Every day you will participate and guide teens in experiential therapies like art, music, yoga, hiking, fitness, and a variety of other on and off campus activities. To thrive at Embark, you must have an empathetic heart and maintain personal and professional boundaries with teens.

At Embark our mission is to lead the way in driving teen and young adult anxiety, depression, and suicide from the all-time highs of today to all-time lows by 2028.

We encourage applicants with backgrounds in mental health, behavioral health, RBT, EMS, EMT, or crisis response to apply - your skills translate seamlessly into a nurturing, relationship-based healing environment for pre-teen and adolescent youth. If you're looking to make a meaningful difference while using your clinical, crisis, or support experience in a more holistic residential setting, we invite you to join our team at our premier treatment center.

Responsibilities

• Provide safe verbal de-escalation or physical intervention techniques with upset teens as they arise
• Serve as a positive role model and enforce a supportive atmosphere
• Communicate important observations and updates to the Program Director
• At end of shift, document client progress notes daily
• With an empathetic heart encourage teen engagement in activities of daily living (ADLs) and coping skill applications

Qualifications

• Age: 21+ years of age or older
• Education: High school diploma or equivalent G.E.D required. Associates or bachelor's in human services, psychology, criminal justice or minimum of 2 years' experience working in Human Services.
• Skills: Quick decision-making skills and a growth mindset with a focus on Embarks core values.
• Experience: Min of 1 year of experience working with adolescent populations is preferred
• Certifications: CPR and First Aid certification preferred, will provide training
• Background Checks: Must pass pre-employment drug screen and federal and state background check in concordance with Colorado state laws.

Benefits

• You'll have access to an established Mastery Program that provides professional and financial growth opportunities, including structured salary increases throughout your first three years as you progress through the training program.
• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance - Multiple plan options including PPO and HDHPs with HSA eligibility and company contributions.
• Paid Parental Leave - Up to 6 weeks fully paid for exempt employees and 4 weeks for non-exempt.
• Life & Disability Coverage - Company-paid life, AD&D, and long-term disability; voluntary life and optional short-term disability available.
• 401(k) with Company Match - Retirement savings with matching contributions after eligibility period.
• PTO & Holidays - Competitive PTO accrual plans and paid holidays throughout the year.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - Free, confidential support for life's challenges.

There is no predetermined closing date for this job opportunity. The employer will accept applications until the position is filled. Applicants are encouraged to apply at their earliest convenience.

Embark is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. We are committed to enriching the therapeutic and healing experience we offer through the diversity of our employees and community. We actively seek to recruit and support a broadly diverse staff who contribute to our excellence, diversity of viewpoints and experiences, and relevance in a global society.

Embark does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable laws. Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities.

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