Shift Supervisor - Behavioral Health Technician

Description

$26-$27/hr  ~  Full-Time  ~  Swing Shift

$1.00 - $5.00/hour differential pay for evenings and weekends 

About Muir Wood Teen Treatment

Muir Wood Teen Treatment is a leading provider of residential and outpatient behavioral healthcare for teens ages 12–17. With programs in Sonoma County, Clovis, and Riverside, we specialize in treating primary mental health and co-occurring substance use disorders.

Our trauma-informed, relationship-centered approach combines evidence-based clinical care, accredited academics, and family involvement—creating environments where teens and families can heal together.

Every teammate plays an important role in that mission. Whether you work directly with clients or support our programs behind the scenes, your compassion, presence, and professionalism help create hope and lasting change for the families we serve.

The Shift Supervisor is the point person during the designated shift and is responsible for the supervision of the Care Coordinators and clients. The Shift Supervisor is responsible for planning, organizing, developing and directing the Care Coordinators in accordance with policies and procedures, current federal, state and local standards, guidelines and regulations governing our facility to assure that our facility is maintained in a safe and comfortable manner.

Requirements

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

• Weekly checks of all documentation, physical plant, resident room, bathroom supplies, medical supplies, and all aspects of resident charting.
• Responsible for clients' personal property (cash record, surety bond (lic402), personal property list, loans to minor documentation;and up to date information in resident charts.
• Collaborate with the Clinical Operations Manager to ensure that the program is adequately and appropriately staffed.
• Familiarize Care Coordinator with procedures, location, and use of documents, paperwork, and resident charts.
• Fully understand and maintain policies regarding professional ethics, including appropriate boundaries and patient confidentiality.
• Participate in training and meets agency and licensure expectations related to training.
• Monitor documents according to company and HIPPA policies.
• Facilitate clients’ daily activities in residential settings including assistance with daily activities, chores supervision, assistance with meal service, laundry, etc.
• Transport clients to and from necessary appointments.
• Conduct introduction/check-in/discharges to/from Muir Wood with new residents including search of all items prior to admittance and lock up of contraband and medications.
• Work actively with clients who may be at risk for AMA including one-to-one counseling, notification of assigned Counselor and immediate notification to the Clinical Director when residents vocalize ideations about leaving the residential program.  
• Actively participate in intervening with staff in milieu to troubleshoot and improve proper use of behavioral intervention techniques specified in the behavioral intervention plans.
• Provide documentation of services as required by applicable law and regulation, and other duties as assigned to facilitate program success and the ability of residents to benefit from programming.
• Professionally, ethically, and compassionately relate to clients and peers at all times.
• Attend meetings as scheduled.
• Execute additional duties as assigned by manager or Clinical Director.

 Must Have:

• High school diploma or GED
• Valid California driver's license with clean driving record (you'll transport teens regularly)
• First Aid/CPR certified or willing to obtain immediately upon hire
• Ability to remain calm and professional during emotional or challenging client behaviors
• Comfortable  setting boundaries with teens while maintaining a supportive, caring relationship
• Reliable and accountable—teens depend on consistent staffing
• Genuine passion for helping adolescents during difficult times

Preferred (But Not Required):

• Bachelor's degree or coursework in psychology, counseling, sociology, or a related field
• Experience working with teens in residential settings, mental health programs, or youth support roles
• Knowledge of adolescent development, trauma, or substance use recovery

Benefits:

• Medical/Dental/Vision 
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• 401k + Match
• PTO/Sick Pay
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Employee Discount Marketplace

 Why Join Our Team

• Meaningful work: Make a real difference in the lives of teens and families
• Full training provided: No healthcare experience required—we teach you everything
• Career growth: Gain hands-on experience for careers in psychology, social work, nursing, counseling, or education
• Supportive team: Work alongside therapists, nurses, and educators in a collaborative environment
• Beautiful setting: Our Petaluma campus offers a nature-rich, therapeutic environment

Related Searches: This role is also known as: Behavioral Health Technician, Residential Counselor, Mental Health Technician, Youth Counselor, Recovery Coach, Direct Care Staff, Mental Health Aide, Youth Support Specialist

Ready to Apply? Join Muir Wood and help teens heal. Apply today! Muir Wood Teen Treatment is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
 

Muir Wood Adolescent & Family Services provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.