Behavioral Technician – Hybrid AM/PM Shifts

About Us

VIVE Adolescent Care is a Joint Commission Accredited inpatient acute stabilization facility serving youth in crisis. Our mission is to provide short-term, individualized, and compassionate care to adolescents and their families during mental health emergencies.

We treat youth struggling with:

• Suicidal ideation

• Depression

• Anxiety

• Self-harm or harm to others

• Drug addiction or overdose

• Other mental health crises

Job Summary

We are seeking caring, dependable individuals to join our team as Behavioral Technicians. In this role, you'll provide direct care, help maintain safety, and support youth as they stabilize and begin their healing journey.

This is an active, hands-on role that requires patience, teamwork, and the ability to remain calm and supportive in challenging situations. New hires receive training and supervised shadow shifts to help prepare them for their responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a safe and structured environment for youth.

• Supervise and engage with patients during daily routines and activities.

• Help youth follow the daily program schedule.

• Provide guidance and support with hygiene and daily living routines.

• Support youth through challenging behaviors using approved de-escalation techniques and facility procedures.

• Document observations, behaviors, and incidents accurately using the facility's electronic systems.

• Provide compassionate support while maintaining consistent expectations and professional boundaries.

• Communicate patient needs, concerns, and safety issues to team members and supervisors.

• Complete required training and demonstrate readiness before working independently.

Qualifications

• Must be 19 years or older.

• High school diploma or GED required.

• Must complete and pass a pre-employment drug screen and background check before starting orientation.

• Ability to remain calm, set clear boundaries, and respond compassionately under pressure.

• Strong communication skills and a willingness to learn.

• Dependability and the ability to work as part of a team.

• Experience in behavioral or mental health settings preferred.

Schedule

• Hybrid schedule: A combination of AM and PM shifts

• AM shift: 7:00 AM–3:00 PM

• PM shift: 3:00 PM–11:00 PM

• Must be available to work both shift times based on the assigned schedule

• 8-hour shifts

• Full-time and part-time positions available

• Weekend and holiday availability will be required

Compensation & Benefits

• Pay: $17.00–$19.00 per hour, starting at $17.00.

• Retention bonus: $1,000 for eligible full-time employees after 90 days of employment. Eligibility requirements will be provided during the hiring process.

• Job type: Full-time or part-time

Benefits for eligible full-time employees include:

• 401(k)

• Health insurance

• Dental insurance

• Vision insurance

• Paid time off (PTO)

Work Location

St. George, UT — In person

Join Our Mission

If you're passionate about mental health, work well in a busy team environment, and want to make a difference in the lives of adolescents, we want to meet you.

Apply today and become part of a team that's providing hope, exceeding expectations, and changing lives.