Behavioral Health Technician (BHT) - Day shift
Embark Behavioral Health
Summary
Join OPI as a Behavioral Health Technician (BHT) and help create a safe, stable, and supportive environment for young adults receiving residential behavioral health services. Based in Woodland Hills, California, you will provide overnight supervision, complete wellness and safety checks, respond to resident needs, and maintain accurate documentation for the treatment team.
Job description
This position is ideal for someone with experience in mental health or residential treatment who is dependable, observant, and comfortable working with a dynamic team.
Responsibilities
- Build trusting relationships with residents, offering mentorship and guidance to foster personal growth, emotional regulation, and independence.
- Complete scheduled wellness and safety checks while monitoring resident behavior and well-being.
- Respond to resident needs, behavioral concerns, and crisis situations in accordance with established procedures.
- Maintain a safe, calm, and structured residential environment throughout the shift.
- Complete accurate and timely shift notes, observation logs, and incident documentation.
- Communicate relevant resident updates and concerns to the treatment team and incoming staff.
- Maintain resident confidentiality and follow OPI policies, safety standards, and privacy requirements.
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent required; bachelor's degree in psychology, social work, counseling, or a related field preferred.
- Two years of experience in residential treatment, mental health, behavioral health, or a related setting preferred.
- Ability to remain attentive, exercise sound judgment, and respond appropriately to overnight resident needs.
- Valid driver's license and driving record that meets company insurance requirements.
- Availability to work overnight shifts, including weekends and holidays, as scheduled.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent required
- Bachelor's degree in psychology, social work, counseling, or related field preferred
- Two years of experience in residential treatment, mental health, behavioral health, or related setting preferred
- Ability to remain attentive, exercise sound judgment, and respond appropriately to overnight resident needs
- Valid driver's license and driving record meeting company insurance requirements
- Availability to work overnight shifts, including weekends and holidays
Benefits
- Professional Growth Opportunities
- Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
- Paid Parental Leave
- Life & Disability Coverage
- 401(k) with Company Match
- PTO & Holidays
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Company overview
Embark Behavioral Health is a leading national network of behavioral health treatment centers specializing in comprehensive mental health care for adolescents and young adults. Founded in 1995 and headquartered in Chandler, Arizona, the organization operates more than 30 outpatient centers and residential treatment programs across the United States. Embark offers a full continuum of evidence-based services including wilderness therapy, residential treatment centers, partial hospitalization programs, intensive outpatient programs, and virtual counseling. The company is distinguished by its bold mission to reverse the trends of adolescent and young adult anxiety, depression, and suicide by 2028. With over 25 years of specialized experience, Embark utilizes innovative therapeutic approaches like their CASA framework (Commitment, Acceptance, Security, and Attunement) to build healing bonds with patients and families. The organization serves thousands of clients annually through its nationwide network, providing personalized treatment plans for conditions including anxiety, depression, eating disorders, substance use, and trauma-related disorders. Embark accepts most major insurance plans and maintains accreditation from organizations including The Joint Commission, demonstrating its commitment to quality care standards.