Behavioral Health Technician - Adolescent Program - Multiple Openings

$23–$25/hour | Full-Time, Part-Time & Per Diem | Petaluma, CA

Day, Evening, Overnight & Weekend Shifts | Shift Differentials Available

About the Role:

Support teens ages 12–17 in our residential mental health and recovery program. This is a direct care and mentorship role—ideal for people passionate about youth development, psychology, or counseling. You'll work alongside therapists and licensed clinicians, providing daily therapeutic support, skills coaching, and supervision. No medical or clinical license required—we provide full training.

Why Join Us:

• Direct care role—not a clinical or medical technician position
• Meaningful work helping teens and families heal
• Full training provided—no prior experience needed
• Career path in behavioral health, counseling, or human services
• Supportive team alongside therapists, nurses, and educators

What You'll Do:

• Provide therapeutic support and skills coaching under direction of licensed clinicians
• Support daily therapeutic programming and client engagement
• Support residents through daily routines: meals, activities, and recreation
• Monitor resident safety and provide one-on-one support when needed
• Use de-escalation techniques during emotional or challenging moments
• Communicate with clinical staff about resident progress during shift handoffs
• Transport residents to appointments and outings (clean CA license required)
• Document behaviors and observations per program requirements
• Administer medications per physician orders (training and certification provided)