Highlights
In this essential role, you’ll support preteens ages 10–17 in a safe, structured, and trauma-informed environment, helping them grow through experiential learning, animal-assisted activities, academic support, and emotional skill-building. Associates or bachelor's in human services, psychology, criminal justice or minimum of 2 years' experience working in Human Services, preferred.
Numbers & Facts
| Location | Bend, Oregon |
| Job Type | Part-time |
| Industry | Healthcare Services |
| Salary | $21–$23 Per Hour |
| Company Size | 1,500 to 1,999 employees |
| Website | https://www.embarkbh.com/about-embark-behavioral-health/ |
Description
Overview:
Hourly Pay: $21.00 – $23.00, DOE
Schedule: On-Call / As Needed (Flexible Hours)
Location: 63140 Dickey Rd, Bend, OR 97701
Embark Behavioral Health in Bend, Oregon is hiring compassionate, purpose-driven Behavioral Health Technician's to join our team. In this essential role, you’ll support preteens ages 10–17 in a safe, structured, and trauma-informed environment, helping them grow through experiential learning, animal-assisted activities, academic support, and emotional skill-building.
We encourage applicants with backgrounds in mental health, behavioral health, RBT, EMS, EMT, or crisis response to apply - your skills translate seamlessly into a nurturing, relationship‑based healing environment for pre‑teen and adolescent youth. If you’re looking to make a meaningful difference while using your clinical, crisis, or support experience in a more holistic residential setting, we invite you to join our team at our premier treatment center.
Whether you're experienced in mental health, residential care, youth services, or simply passionate about making a difference, we welcome your unique perspective and dedication.
Responsibilities:- Ensure client safety and emotional well-being through active supervision and documentation
- Maintain structure and boundaries to foster a supportive environment
- Respond to crises using de-escalation techniques and trauma-informed care
- Assist with academic tasks and daily routines
- Participate in recreational and therapeutic activities (arts, crafts, sports, nature walks)
- Support residential upkeep, animal care, and occasional meal service
- Age: 21+ years of age or older
- Education: High school diploma or equivalent G.E.D required. Associates or bachelor's in human services, psychology, criminal justice or minimum of 2 years' experience working in Human Services, preferred.
- Skills: Quick decision-making skills and a growth mindset with a focus on Embarks core values.
- Experience: Min of 1 year of experience working with adolescent populations is preferred
- Driver's License: Must possess and maintain a valid Oregon Driver’s License with a clean driving record and meet company insurability requirements.
- Certifications: CPR and First Aid certification preferred, will provide training
- Background Checks: Must pass pre-employment drug screen and federal and state background check in concordance with Oregon state laws.
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – Free, confidential support for life’s challenges.
Embark 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.
Embark 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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About Company
On a Mission: Our Big Hairy Audacious Goal
Our big hairy audacious goal is to lead the way in driving teen and young adult anxiety, depression, and suicide from the all-time highs of today to all-time lows by 2028. We’re Glad You’re Here! Embark Behavioral Health is a leading nationwide network of outpatient centers and residential programs offering premier mental health treatment for preteens, teens, and young adults. Our ever-growing locations are part of a continuum of care that provides a range of services built from over 25 years of specialization in serving youth.
Five key differentiators set Embark apart from other behavioral health care providers.
- We offer a robust continuum of care that provides different levels of service and programming based on an individual’s changing needs, from virtual counseling to residential services.
- We have a deep legacy of over 25 years serving youths, focused on preteens, teens, and young adults.
- We collect thousands of data points and share feedback with families so we can adjust treatment in real time to improve results.
- We treat the entire family using an evidence-based and relationship-focused approach.
- We offer the highest levels of quality care and safety standards, with all programs accredited by The Joint Commission.