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Embark Behavioral Health

Behavioral Health Associate PRN

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What they do

A Mental Health Assistant provides basic care and assistance with daily activities to patients with mental illnesses or cognitive disabilities. Helps patients dress and eat, monitors patients' well-being, and restrains patients if they become physically violent. Works in hospitals or mental health care facilities.

$38,194 / year median in Utah

+20% projected growth

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Job Description

Overview:
Hourly Pay Rate:
$18.00 to $20.00 per hour
Location:
65 N 1150 Hurricane, Utah 84737 (On-site)
PRN Shift Options:
Minimum 2 shifts required per month, any day of the week
AM:
7:00am
  • 5:00pm
PM:
1:00pm
  • 11:00pm As a PRN Behavioral Health Associate , you'll provide hands-on support to adolescent boys ages 12-17 through daily routines, emotional regulation, life skills, safety, and structured programming. Embark at Hurricane
  • Stabilization and Assessment is a residential treatment center that provides a nurturing, home-like atmosphere for highly acute adolescent males and their families.
We specialize in addressing complex issues such as traumatic stress, family dynamics, relationship challenges, and mental health concerns, all with a focus on family-centered healing.
Responsibilities:
Support adolescents in residential treatment through daily routines, activities, meals, groups, and skill-building. Help maintain a safe, structured environment through supervision, prevention, de-escalation, and approved crisis response. Build rapport with clients while upholding boundaries, creating a safe and respectful environment. 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.