Behavioral Health Technician - Part-Time
Odyssey House Inc.·Salt Lake City, Utah
Odyssey House Inc.·Salt Lake City, Utah
The technician facilitates skills groups, documents services, and maintains client safety while coordinating care with clinical staff. They also provide direct support, accompany clients on outings, and manage daily schedules and headcounts.
Odyssey House is seeking a Part-Time Behavioral Health Technician!
Odyssey House is a highly regarded non-profit organization dedicated to improving the lives of individuals experiencing mental health and addiction issues. As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in our community and in the lives of our clients.
We understand the importance of gaining experience in the social work and addiction field, which is why we provide comprehensive training and support to help you expand your knowledge and skills. Our flexible schedules are designed to accommodate your school and family life while allowing you to make a meaningful contribution to our organization and clients.
As a critical member of our team, you will have the opportunity to work with clients and assist them in achieving their treatment goals.
At Odyssey House, we prioritize promoting from within, which means our organization has opportunities for growth and advancement.
Join us and experience the deeply rewarding work of helping people in need.
Together, we can make a positive impact on the lives of our clients and our community.
Job Location: Salt Lake City
Starting at $17.00 per hour (+ $1 shift differential for overnight shifts from 9 PM to 9 AM)
In your day-to-day work, you will have the opportunity to get to know clients one-on-one in a deep and meaningful way. You will provide them with individualized attention and support to help them achieve their treatment goals. You will work with clients to help them understand their healthy and unhealthy behaviors and develop therapeutic interventions that are tailored to their specific needs. Your role will involve holding clients accountable for their treatment goals and rewarding them for their excellent work. By working closely with clients and helping them to make positive changes in their lives, you will be making a significant and meaningful contribution to our organization and to the lives of those we serve.
Passion for Community Service and helping others to realize their own potential. Communication Skills to problem solve directly with clients 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.
Each employee is expected to clearly understand roles and responsibilities regarding the following: Specific job position, time management, personnel file requirements, client record system, incident reporting, mandatory training requirements, maintaining proper client boundaries, and individual rights of clients and staff.
Ability to lift up to 15 lbs., drive (or adequate alternate transportation), sit for prolonged periods, and perform light to moderate physical activity at times.
Employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of 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 valid Utah driver’s license.
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.
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Market context
Behavioral health openings in Utah often reflect steady demand for staff who can support clients in structured, high-acuity settings. These roles can be competitive because employers usually look for reliability, a valid driver’s license, age 21+, and comfort responding to behavioral outbursts, along with passing background and drug screenings. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save research time, then confirm you can meet the screening and response expectations before applying.
