Join a Team That Changes Lives
At Muir Wood, we believe every teen holds the capacity for resilience and transformation—and we’re looking for people who share that belief. If you’re drawn to meaningful work that makes a lasting difference for adolescents and their families, you’ve found your place.
Our team of therapists, clinicians, care coordinators, recovery counselors, and administrative staff work together in a truly integrated, collaborative environment where every role contributes to treatment. Here, you’ll be supported in your professional growth, valued for your expertise, and surrounded by colleagues who are equally committed to compassionate, evidence-based care.
We offer competitive benefits, ongoing development opportunities, and a purpose-driven culture that keeps people engaged and growing. Most importantly, you’ll end each day knowing your work helped a teen find their footing and a family begin to heal.
Please take a look at the job postings below and follow the application links.
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Northern California
Description
$23–$25/hour | Full-Time, Part-Time & Per Diem | Petaluma, CA
Day, Evening, Overnight & Weekend Shifts | Shift Differentials Available
About the Role:
Support teens ages 12–17 in our residential mental health and recovery program. This is a direct care and mentorship role—ideal for people passionate about youth development, psychology, or counseling. You'll work alongside therapists and licensed clinicians, providing daily therapeutic support, skills coaching, and supervision. No medical or clinical license required—we provide full training.
Why Join Us:
- Direct care role—not a clinical or medical technician position
- Meaningful work helping teens and families heal
- Full training provided—no prior experience needed
- Career path in behavioral health, counseling, or human services
- Supportive team alongside therapists, nurses, and educators
What You'll Do:
- Provide therapeutic support and skills coaching under direction of licensed clinicians
- Support daily therapeutic programming and client engagement
- Support residents through daily routines: meals, activities, and recreation
- Monitor resident safety and provide one-on-one support when needed
- Use de-escalation techniques during emotional or challenging moments
- Communicate with clinical staff about resident progress during shift handoffs
- Transport residents to appointments and outings (clean CA license required)
- Document behaviors and observations per program requirements
- Administer medications per physician orders (training and certification provided)
Requirements
What We're Looking For:
Must Have:
- High school diploma or GED
- Valid CA driver's license with clean record
- First Aid/CPR certified (or willing to obtain)
- Calm, patient, and reliable—teens depend on consistent support
Preferred:
- Coursework or degree in psychology, social work, counseling, or related field
- Experience working with teens, in residential settings, or mental health programs
About Muir Wood:
We provide trauma-informed, relationship-centered residential treatment for teens ages 12–17 struggling with mental health and substance use challenges. Join a team committed to clinical excellence, compassion, and collaboration.
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.
Central California
Job Type:
Full-timeDescription
With 17 facilities in Northern, Central, and Southern California, Muir Wood is a residential and outpatient treatment program designed for teen boys and girls, ages 12-17, with mental health and substance use disorders. In our safe, comfortable, and structured environments, our compassionate clinicians help teens explore and process sensitive issues while learning to manage their lives in productive ways. We provide high-quality Joint Commission-accredited residential treatment, creating an environment where teens and their families feel cared-for, valued, and engaged. Our academic program is accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC). We are in-network with Anthem, Aetna, Cigna, Kaiser Permanente, MHN, Magellan, Halcyon, and Optum, making our exceptional brand of teen treatment accessible to as many families as possible. Our guiding philosophy emphasizes kindness and compassion over confrontation and control.
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.
The schedule for this position will be 7:00am-3:00pm Sunday- Thursday
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 (80026)(E)(I)(A);and up to date information in resident charts.
- Collaborate with the Care Coordinator 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.
Qualifications:
- High school diploma or GED required
- Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology preferred
- Experience working with adolescents in a residential setting
- Experience in a leadership role
- TB required, Health screen, CPR and First aid required
Benefits:
- Medical/Dental/Vision
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
- 401k + Match
- PTO/Sick Pay
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Employee Discount Marketplace
Scheduled Shift:
7am-3pm, Tuesday-Saturday, Makena Campus
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.
Description
$23–$24/hour | Full-Time, Part-Time & Per Diem | Petaluma, CA
Day, Evening, Overnight & Weekend Shifts | Shift Differentials Available
Muir Wood Teen Treatment is hiring full-time Behavioral Health Technicians to work directly with adolescents in our residential mental health treatment and recovery programs in Clovis, CA.
This is an entry-level role with full training provided. Ideal for people passionate about helping teens and/or interested in a career in psychology, social work, nursing, counseling, education, or human services. No prior healthcare experience required.
This Role is Great For:
- People seeking meaningful work as a residential counselor or care coordinator for teens
- Anyone interested in mental health, youth development, or recovery-focused care
- Recent college graduates/students exploring careers in related fields
- Those looking for entry-level roles with hands-on training and growth opportunities
About Us:
Muir Wood helps teens ages 12-17 struggling with mental health and substance use challenges. We provide residential treatment in safe, structured environments where adolescents can heal and build healthy coping skills.
Our team includes therapists, educators, medical staff, and direct care professionals who all work together to support each teen's recovery.
What You'll Actually Do Each Day:
In this role (internally referred to as a "Care Coordinator"), you're a key part of our residential treatment team. This is hands-on work with teens in a 24/7 residential setting.
Daily Responsibilities:
- Supervise and support teens through daily routines: meals, chores, hygiene, recreation, and structured activities
- Monitor client safety, including one-on-one observation of clients at risk for self-harm, leaving the program (AMA), or eating disorder behaviors
- Manage crisis situations using de-escalation techniques, notify clinical staff immediately of safety concerns
- Conduct intake procedures, including searching belongings and securing contraband, medications, and prohibited items
- Administer and supervise medications per physician orders (training provided, state certification required)
- Conduct drug screening (urinalysis collection) as directed by clinical leadership
- Transport clients in company vehicles to appointments, activities, and outings (clean driving record required)
- Document behaviors and incidents thoroughly and accurately per legal and licensing requirements
- Communicate with therapists and counselors about client behaviors, progress and concerns during shift handoff
- Conduct safety checks of the facility, lead fire drills, and follow emergency protocols
Requirements
Requirements
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
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?
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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.