Empowering vulnerable populations through compassionate support and dedicated care lies at the heart of a meaningful career as a mental health caregiver or behavioral health technician (BHT). As the need for qualified, big-hearted professionals in residential settings continues rising across Maricopa County, Orion Homes has stepped up efforts to bring on new team members.
Orion strives to create warm, welcoming environments in our group homes throughout metro Phoenix, where our residents feel holistically seen, heard, and cared for. Cultivating these therapeutic spaces starts with hiring incredibly empathetic and responsible caregivers who feel satisfied and appreciated.
Orion offers competitive starting salaries from $30,160 - $34,320, plus stellar benefits and training for full or part-time BHTs, caregivers, and managers who share our passion for uplifting others.
Why Pursue Mental Health Careers with Orion?
In addition to lucrative compensation, given the meaningful nature of the work, Orion Home positions provide the following:
- Flexible Scheduling – Full-time, part-time, per diem, day, evening, and overnight shifts enable caregivers to accommodate studies, childcare, or other commitments while serving residents. For those requiring adaptable schedules—whether you're a parent aligning your day with your child's schooling or a student juggling nursing or social work coursework—these roles offer ideal shift options to meet those needs. Having caregivers choose shifts compatible with their lifestyle results in greater staff satisfaction, leading to lower turnover and employees better able to focus caregiving energy productively during shifts.
- Paid Time Off – Given the emotional weight of caregiving, paid days off empower mental regrouping and prevent fatigue.
- Valuable Training – Extensive on-the-job training around de-escalation, counseling, disabilities care, etc., bolsters capabilities over time. Shadowing opportunities allow new caregivers to learn directly from seasoned mentors before working solo shifts.
- Staff Bonding – Regular caregiver outings and events enable connecting with fellow empathetic, caring team members. Potlucks, happy hours, caregiver appreciation events, and recreational activities further relationships between those united by compassion.
- Making an Impact – Improving marginalized residents’ health, confidence, life skills, and more delivers immense intrinsic rewards. Many caregivers share that despite the job's challenges, few careers offer the emotional satisfaction of empowering personal transformations firsthand.
Join Orion’s Mission of Empowerment
Does facilitating personal growth, confidence, and contentment for marginalized groups align with your values? Ready to launch a promising and progressive mental health career backed by competitive salaries and supportive leadership? Submit an application with Orion Homes today to transform lives countywide as a direct care professional while feeling genuinely appreciated through stellar benefits and fair compensation yourself!
