Job Description

Position Title: Behavioral Health Technician (BHT) / Behavioral Health Counselor (BHC)

Location: Glendale, AZ

Employment Type: Full Time (Friday–Sunday | 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM) OR (M-Fri 10am-6pm)

Work Setting: Residential Behavioral Health Program – Adolescents

Compensation: $20 - $25 / hr

Benefits: Medical / Dental / Vision, PTO & Sick Time, 401k W/ Match, Gym/Yoga Membership, Professional Development Assistance & More!

Why This Role Matters

Our residential program in Glendale provides 24/7 care for adolescents who need a safe, structured, and supportive living environment. As a BHT/BHC, you are essential to creating stability, reinforcing treatment goals, and supporting youth through their recovery journey.

Position Overview

The Behavioral Health Technician / Behavioral Health Counselor provides direct supervision, therapeutic support, and daily structure to adolescent residents. This role focuses on maintaining a safe and recovery-oriented milieu while supporting clinical programming and daily living activities.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise adolescent residents and support daily routines and structured activities
• Maintain a safe, supportive, and therapeutic residential environment
• Observe, document, and report client behaviors and incidents accurately
• Assist with daily living needs including hygiene, meals, and health monitoring
• Conduct drug screenings in accordance with program protocols
• Participate in therapeutic and recreational programming
• Collaborate closely with clinical, medical, and leadership teams
• Maintain professional boundaries, confidentiality, and respectful communication
• Uphold health, safety, and cleanliness standards within the residence
• Perform additional duties as needed to support client care and program operations

Qualifications & Requirements

• Minimum of 6 months of experience in behavioral health (1–2 years preferred)
• High school diploma or GED required
• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Experience working with adolescents in residential or care-based settings preferred
• Strong communication and documentation skills
• Must pass required background checks
• Possess or be eligible for a Level One Fingerprint Clearance Card

Ready to Apply?

If you’re passionate about making a difference in adolescent residential behavioral health and value structure, teamwork, and consistency, we encourage you to apply. Please submit your Resume or CV . Cover letters and references are welcome but not required.

Requirements

• Minimum of 6 months of experience in behavioral health (1–2 years preferred)
• High school diploma or GED required
• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Experience working with adolescents in residential or care-based settings preferred
• Strong communication and documentation skills
• Must pass required background checks
• Possess or be eligible for a Level One Fingerprint Clearance Card

Benefits

Medical / Dental / Vision, PTO & Sick Time, 401k W/ Match, Gym/Yoga Membership, Professional Development Assistance & More!

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