Behavioral Health Technician (BHT) - Specialized Residential Services

Behavioral Health Technician – Specialized Residential Services

• $2,000 Signing AND Retention Bonus!
• Salary: $18.50 - 20.30/hour + $2–$3 shift differential
• Shifts: 7:00 AM–3:00 PM and 3:00 PM–11:00 PM, with weekend availability required

• Behavioral Health Technician- Specialized Residential Services Perks:
• Competitive and affordable Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
• 401(k)

Generous Paid Time Off (PTO), including holidays and birthday Paid Parental Leave Free trauma informed clinical oversight and training opportunities Tuition Reimbursement Daily Pay – access a portion of your earned wages in advance And more!

About the Position

The BHT– Special Residential Services (SRS) provides direct care, supervision, structure, and therapeutic support to adolescent girls receiving residential behavioral health treatment at Mingus Mountain Youth Treatment Center.

This position is an important part of creating a safe, structured, and therapeutic environment where youth can stabilize, develop healthy relationships, build independence, and work toward their treatment goals.

Staff in this role work with adolescents who may have experienced complex trauma, abuse, neglect, exploitation, sex trafficking, substance use, and other significant adversity. The ideal candidate has a genuine desire to support vulnerable young women and help them build healthier, safer futures while maintaining strong professional boundaries, consistency, and accountability.

Experience working with youth, behavioral health, trauma, or other vulnerable populations is valued. Specialized training is provided to staff working with youth who have experienced sexual exploitation.

Behavioral Health Technician Responsibilities

• Maintain the safety, security, and therapeutic structure of the residential environment.
• Provide active supervision and accountability of youth throughout the shift.

Teach, coach, and supervise activities of daily living, including morning and bedtime routine, hygiene, housekeeping, meals, and personal organization.

Supervise and facilitate life-skills activities and community-based outings designed to promote independence and successful community reintegration.

Support youth during recreational activities, intramurals, sports, academics, extracurricular activities, and approved on- and off-campus activities.

Help youth practice appropriate social skills, communication, problem-solving, decision-making, and other independent living skills.

Observe peer culture and identify patterns of behavior that may indicate progress, regression, conflict, unsafe relationships, bullying, or other concerns.

Observe individual behavior over time and recognize progress toward treatment goals.

Follow and implement individualized treatment plans, behavioral interventions, safety plans, and program expectations.

Reinforce appropriate behavior through consistent coaching, positive reinforcement, redirection, and accountability.

Establish healthy, professional relationships with youth while maintaining appropriate boundaries and avoiding favoritism or over-involvement.

• Recognize escalating behaviors and intervene at the appropriate level to maintain safety and security.
• Utilize trauma-informed, de-escalation and crisis intervention techniques.
• Effectively communicate with youth and members of the multidisciplinary team, both verbally and in writing.
• Accurately document behavioral observations, incidents, interventions, and other relevant information.
• Report safety concerns, suspected abuse or exploitation, boundary concerns, and significant behavioral changes through appropriate channels.
• Maintain confidentiality and protect the privacy, dignity, and safety of youth.
• Participate in staff meetings, trainings, supervision, and other professional development activities.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and therapeutic residential environment.
• Support clinical programming and therapeutic activities as directed by clinical and residential leadership.
• Follow all MMYTC policies, procedures, licensing requirements, and safety protocols.
• Behavioral Health Technician- Specialized Residential Services Qualifications:
• Must be at least 21 years old.
• Must be able to pass a thorough background check and obtain a Level 1 Fingerprint Clearance Card.

Education/Experience: Bachelor's degree in a field related to behavioral health OR an associate's degree and at least two years of full-time behavioral health work experience OR a high school diploma/high school equivalency diploma and four years of full-time behavioral health work experience.

• Experience working with youth and/or in behavioral health settings preferred.
• Strong professional boundaries and appropriate judgment when working with adolescents.
• Ability to remain calm, consistent, and professional during challenging behaviors.
• Strong communication, observation, and teamwork skills.
• Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary treatment environment.

A genuine interest in supporting adolescent girls who have experienced trauma, adversity, and other significant life challenges.

About Mingus Mountain Youth Treatment Center

Residential Behavioral Health | Adolescent Treatment | Trauma-Informed Care | Arizona Nonprofit Mingus Mountain Youth Treatment Center (MMYTC) is a nonprofit residential behavioral health treatment center serving adolescents with serious emotional, behavioral, and substance use disorders.

Located in Arizona, we provide structured, trauma-informed, and clinically sophisticated care for youth who require intensive therapeutic support.

MMYTC staff routinely treat vulnerable youth who have survived abuse, neglect and exploitation in their communities, which provides a unique opportunity for staff to provide life-saving care.

Our multidisciplinary team includes licensed therapists, behavioral health technicians, nurses, case managers, educators, and direct care professionals who work together to create safe, therapeutic environments where youth can stabilize, heal, and build lifelong skills.

Why Work at MMYTC?

If you’re looking for meaningful work in behavioral health, residential treatment, youth services, or mental health care, MMYTC offers the opportunity to make a direct and lasting impact.

We Are Committed To

v Trauma-informed, strengths-based treatment approaches v Collaborative, team-oriented clinical care v Professional growth and internal advancement v Ethical, mission-driven nonprofit service v A safe, structured residential environment Whether you are an experienced licensed clinician (LCSW, LPC, LMFT), behavioral health technician, psychiatric nurse, case manager, special education teacher, or entry-level direct care staff, you’ll be part of a team that values compassion, accountability, and excellence.

Our Clinical Model

Our Evidence-based Programming Integrates

v Individual, group, and family therapy v Psychiatric evaluation and medication management v Substance use disorder treatment v Specialized care for youth who are survivors of sexual exploitation v Skills development and behavior management v Accredited educational services v Discharge planning and community reintegration We serve adolescents with complex trauma histories, mood disorders, behavioral disorders, co-occurring substance use, and other mental health diagnoses requiring 24/7 therapeutic support.

Our Workplace Culture

At MMYTC, we recognize that strong outcomes for youth begin with supported, empowered staff.

We emphasize: v Clear leadership communication v Clinical supervision and mentorship v Ongoing training and certification opportunities v Team collaboration across residential, clinical, and education departments v A mission-driven culture focused on safety and growth MMYTC believes that responsible organizations support the physical, psychological, emotional and moral needs of their staff, including through providing comprehensive employee benefit options.

We are proud to provide competitive and affordable employee benefits that are customizable to each employee’s needs.

Join Our Team

If you are passionate about adolescent behavioral health, residential treatment, trauma-informed care, and making a difference in Arizona communities, we invite you to explore career opportunities at Mingus Mountain Youth Treatment Center. Together, we help youth build resilience, restore stability, and create brighter futures.

Work Location: In person