Behavioral Health Associate

Overview

 

Hourly Pay Rate: $17.00 to $20.00 per hour

Schedule: Full-time day, evening, and overnight shifts available

Location: Southern Utah programs, including Washington (Sunrise Program) and Hurricane.

 

We’re hiring Behavioral Health Associates to support adolescents in our Southern Utah residential treatment programs. This role provides hands-on support with daily routines, emotional regulation, life skills, safety, and structured programming. Candidates will interview for our Southern Utah programs as a whole and may train at one location before being assigned to the program that is the best fit based on experience, schedule, program need, and onboarding support.

Responsibilities

• Support adolescents in residential treatment through daily routines, activities, meals, groups, and skill-building.

• Work across our Southern Utah programs, with training and primary placement based on candidate fit, program need, and onboarding support.

• Help maintain a safe, structured environment through supervision, prevention, de-escalation, and approved crisis response.

• Partner with therapists and treatment teams to support each student’s treatment goals.

• Complete accurate documentation and communicate important updates to the team.

• Assist with light housekeeping and meal preparation to help maintain a clean, supportive home environment.

Qualifications

• Basic Requirements: Must be 21+ with a high school diploma or equivalent, valid driver’s license, and clean driving record.
• Safety & Certification: Able to pass a Utah State background check and obtain a Food Handler’s Permit before starting.
• Crisis Readiness: Trained or willing to be trained in CPR, First Aid, and safe restraint techniques.
• De-escalation Skills: Confident in managing and calming agitated or combative students.
• Relationship Builder: Strong communication skills and the ability to form healthy, supportive connections.
• Positive Role Model: Committed to teaching and modeling strong values and respectful behavior.
• Long-Term Commitment: Willing to commit to a minimum of 8 months in a structured, team-based environment.

Preferred Experience:

• Behavioral health
• Youth work
• Residential treatment
• Direct care
• Psychology, social work, behavioral science, or related studies

Benefits

• Access to an established Mastery Program that offers professional and financial opportunities for professional growth.
• 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.

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. #EBOTHR