Full-Time

Mental Health Technician

Updated on 8/19/2026

Sandstone Care

Sandstone Care

201-500 employees

Youth-focused mental health and addiction treatment

Compensation Overview

$19 - $20.50/hr

Cascade-Chipita Park, CO, USA

In Person

Staff must work scheduled shifts, including weekends and holidays, at a 24/7 facility.

Bachelor's, Associate's

Category
Medical, Clinical & Veterinary (1)
Required Skills
CPR

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Requirements
  • A high school diploma or equivalent is required.
  • Two years of college education or one year of human services experience is required.
  • A minimum of 1-3 years of experience in a behavioral health setting is required, preferably with adolescents.
  • Candidates must pass a comprehensive background check covering criminal records and motor vehicle reports.
  • A valid driver's license and clean driving history are required.
  • Staff must be able to drive a company 15-passenger van to transport clients to and from programming activities as needed.
  • Staff must work scheduled shifts at a 24/7 facility, including weekends and holidays and regardless of weather conditions.
Responsibilities
  • Monitor and guide clients during therapeutic and recreational activities.
  • Facilitate skill-building exercises and support clients in achieving treatment goals.
  • Respond to incidents and use de-escalation techniques to maintain a calm environment.
  • Collaborate with clinical and operational teams to ensure consistent care delivery.
  • Maintain accurate records of client behavior and promptly report significant changes.
  • Ensure compliance with state and federal regulations regarding confidentiality and client safety.
  • Use a trauma-informed, compassionate approach to support clients with behavioral health challenges.
Desired Qualifications
  • An associate's or bachelor's degree in psychology or behavioral health is preferred.
  • Experience working with adolescents in a behavioral health setting is preferred.
  • CPR certification is strongly preferred, or candidates should be able to obtain certification within 30 days of employment.

Sandstone Care provides mental health and substance use treatment for adolescents and young adults (ages 13–30) through a full continuum of care, including medical detox, residential treatment centers (RTCs), Partial Hospitalization Programs (PHP), and Intensive Outpatient Programs (IOP) across Colorado, Maryland, Virginia, and Illinois. Treatments are individualized and evidence-based, using therapies such as CBT and DBT, with academic and vocational support, family involvement, and access to telehealth. The company differentiates itself with an age-specific focus that addresses developmental needs and works with major insurers, supported by a strategic relations team to expand access. The goal is to help teens and young adults achieve sustained recovery and wellbeing.

Company Size

201-500

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Denver, Colorado

Founded

2015

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Virginia Beach outpatient opened in 2026, expanding access across Hampton Roads.
  • Sandstone expanded to ages 18-35 in January 2026, widening addressable demand.
  • Headcount reached about 480 in March 2026, showing continued hiring despite leadership turnover.

What critics are saying

  • Brad Owens and Mike Frisbie exited in March 2026, signaling board-level instability.
  • Revenue depends on insurance reimbursement; Virginia Beach pricing still lists $18,000-$24,000 monthly.
  • Any licensing, abuse, or fair-housing case at residential sites can destroy referral trust.

What makes Sandstone Care unique

  • Sandstone Care targets 13-35-year-olds with age-specific behavioral care across multiple states.
  • Its continuum spans detox, residential, PHP, IOP, telehealth, and family therapy.
  • Vistria-backed platform gives capital and operating discipline versus local treatment operators.

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Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

401(k) Company Match

Unlimited Paid Time Off

Mental Health Support

Growth & Insights and Company News

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EIN News
Jun 5th, 2024
Sandstone Care to Open New Outpatient Center in Virginia Beach, VA

Sandstone Care to open new outpatient center in Virginia Beach, VA.

Axios
Jul 21st, 2022
The Vistria Group invests into Sandstone Care

Vistria Group quietly invested in Sandstone Care, a provider of behavioral health care for young people.