Behavioral Health Technician (BHT) - Assistant Supervisor
Embark Behavioral Health
·Sep 21, 2026
- Salary
- $22+
- Location
- Woodland Hills, CA, US
- Workplace
- Onsite
- Type
- Full-time
- Department
- IT
- Education
- Associate
- Closing date
- Today
- Source
- iCIMS
Description
Overview
Location: 21051 Warner Center Ln, STE 105 Woodland Hills, CA 91367 (On-site)
Schedule: Wednesday - Friday 2pm - 10:30pm and Saturday 9am - 10:30pm
Pay: $22.00 Per Hour
Ready to make a real impact in the lives of adolescents and young adults? We're looking for a compassionate, hands-on leader to join our team as a Behavioral Health Technician (BHT) - Assistant Supervisor! In this role, you’ll be at the heart of our treatment team—building meaningful connections, guiding daily routines, and supporting the development of essential life and social skills.
If you're passionate about mental health, thrive in a team environment, and want to be a positive force in someone’s healing journey, we’d love to meet you!
Responsibilities
- Ensure the safety, supervision, and overall well-being of young adults ages 18-25 in a residential treatment setting while supporting daily living skills and emotional wellness.
- Build therapeutic relationships, provide mentorship, and promote independence, accountability, and personal growth.
- Support medication administration, documentation, drug testing procedures, and compliance with residential treatment protocols.
- Utilize crisis intervention, behavioral redirection, and de-escalation techniques to maintain a safe and therapeutic environment.
- Complete accurate documentation, incident reports, and client records in accordance with organizational and regulatory standards.
- Assist with staff training, onboarding, and day-to-day leadership support while collaborating with clinical and operations teams to achieve positive client outcomes.
- Maintain a clean, organized residential environment and provide transportation for client appointments, activities, and program-related needs.
Qualifications
- Associate's Degree or higher in Psychology, Sociology, Human Services, Social Work, Behavioral Health, or a related field.
- Previous experience in a Behavioral Health Technician (BHT), Mental Health Technician, Residential Counselor, Direct Care, or leadership capacity.
- Experience supporting individuals with behavioral health, mental health, substance use, or co-occurring disorders.
- Valid California Driver's License with a clean driving record and ability to transport clients safely.
- Ability to successfully pass a TB screening and all required pre-employment clearances.
- Willingness to obtain and maintain CPR/First Aid Certification.
- Ability to meet immunization requirements, including annual influenza vaccination, as required by policy.
- Ability to work evenings, weekends, holidays, and participate in an on-call rotation as needed.
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.
OPI 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.
OPI 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.
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