Behavioral Health Technician - Boarding Home

Summary

Odyssey House is a highly regarded non-profit organization dedicated to improving the lives of individuals experiencing mental health and addiction issues. As a Full-Time Behavioral Health Technician, you will have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in our community and in the lives of our residents.

Job Location

West Valley-Midvale

Pay

Starting at $18.00 per hour (+ $1 shift differential for overnight shifts from 9 PM to 9 AM)

Full-Time Benefits Include:

• $9,000/year tuition eligibility
• Paid continuing education/training opportunities
• Monthly incentives and awards
• Casual dress and atmosphere
• Health insurance: medical, dental, vision, FSA, long & short-term disability
• Competitive 403b match after 1 year
• Accrue up to 34 paid days off annually
• Wellness perk: convert ½ of unused sick time to vacation at year-end
• Sabbatical program after 5 years of service (we pay you to take a vacation!)
• On-demand pay – access earned wages early (conditions apply)
• Extra time off & gift packages for employees after 90 days
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for mental health and more

Odyssey House’s Core Values

• Integrity (I) – We do what is best for the clients and community. Always
• Wholeheartedness (W) – We are sincere in our commitment towards a better life for all.
• Connection (C) – We seek opportunities to engage with one another.
• Personal Growth (G) – We are curious about how to be better versions of ourselves.

Core Responsibilities

• Accurately document services
• Maintain healthy boundaries
• Ensure resident safety
• Cooking
• Cleaning
• Attending staff meetings
• Trainings
• Maintaining the daily schedule
• Completing headcounts and shift check-off lists as needed

Day in the Life

In your day-to-day work, you will have the opportunity to get to know residents one-on-one in a deep and meaningful way. You will provide them with individualized attention and support to help them achieve their goals. You will work with residents to help them understand their healthy and unhealthy behaviors and develop and use coping skills. Your role will involve holding residents accountable for their life goals and rewarding them for their excellent work. By working closely with residents and helping them make positive changes in their lives, you will make a significant and meaningful contribution to our organization and to the lives of those we serve.

Candidate Qualities

• Passion for Community Service and helping others to realize their own potential.
• Communication Skills to problem-solve directly with residents and other staff.
• Reliability to fill their support staff shifts and deliver on position responsibilities.
• Self-starter qualities to independently address issues and needs in our organization's community.
• Teachable - Willingness to learn and grow in their position.

Must-Have Requirements

• Care about people
• Willingness to learn
• Must be willing to distribute medications to clients
• Must be eligible to work in the USA
• Receive flu shot, TB test, and COVID-19 vaccine (spiritual and medical waivers available)

Physical Demands of the Job

• Ability to lift up to 15 lbs.
• Sit for prolonged periods
• Perform light to moderate physical activity at times

Pre-Employment Requirements

• Required pre-employment screenings, which may include background checks, fingerprinting, applicable sex offender registry screenings for Adult Residential roles, and other position-related verifications.
• Roles requiring driving are subject to a Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) review and a valid Utah driver’s license.

EEOC Statement

Odyssey House is an equal-opportunity employer. All aspects of employment, including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.