Behavioral Health Technician (Full Time or Part Time)

BBH Burrell Behavioral Health; Watertown (MA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible scheduling

Paid time off

Employee benefits package

Top-notch training

Career mobility

Welcoming work culture

Job summary

Brightli is seeking a compassionate Behavioral Health Technician to support individuals on their recovery journey. You’ll work alongside clinicians and nurses to provide a safe, structured environment, help clients build skills, maintain stability, and pursue recovery goals in daily care.

We offer starting pay of $17/hour with differential shifts for evenings, overnights, and weekends, plus paid training, comprehensive benefits for full‑time staff, generous paid time off, telemedicine access,

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 2 years of responsible work experience in any industry.
• Desire to help others in recovery.
• Good communication skills and reliability.

Responsibilities

• Create a safe, structured, and supportive environment for individuals receiving care.
• Work alongside clinicians and nurses to support treatment plans.
• Help clients build skills, maintain stability, and pursue recovery goals.
• Assist with admissions, orientations, and safety procedures.
• Observe, document, and communicate client behaviors to the treatment team.

Skills

Communication

Reliability

Teamwork

Willingness to learn

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Title: Behavioral Health Technician
Location: Saint Charles, MO
Department: Recovery Services
Employment Type: Full-Time or Part-Time
Opportunities Available: Adult & Youth Programs

Are you compassionate, dependable, and looking for meaningful work where you can help others every day? As a Behavioral Health Technician (BHT), you’ll play a hands‑on role supporting individuals on their recovery journey. If you're looking for a meaningful career where you can gain valuable experience helping others, this role can be an excellent first step into the behavioral health field. This is a great opportunity for people looking to gain real‑world experience while starting or growing a career in behavioral health, human services, social work, counseling, nursing, psychology, or direct care.

What the Behavioral Health Technician Role Offers

• Starting pay of $17/hr, plus additional earnings through shift differentials for qualifying evening, overnight, and weekend shifts
• Paid training and ongoing support that equips you with the knowledge and skills needed to build a successful career in behavioral health
• Launch your career helping others while gaining hands‑on experience that can open doors to future careers in behavioral health, counseling, social work, nursing, psychology, and other helping professions
• All‑inclusive benefits package for full‑time employees working 30+ hours - Health, dental, vision, retirement, disability, life insurance, wellness program, and more
• Paid Time Off for full‑time employees working 30+ hours - 29 days per year including vacation and holiday pay
• Telemedicine for full‑time employees working 30+ hours - 24/7 phone, web, or mobile app visits for medical, behavioral health, and dermatology needs
• Employee Assistance Program for full‑time and part‑time employees - 24/7 counseling services, legal assistance, and financial consultation for you and your household at no cost
• Employee discounts - Hotels, theme parks, attractions, college tuition, and more
• Advancement opportunities through ongoing development, training, and internal career growth

What You’ll Do

As a Behavioral Health Technician, you will help create a safe, structured, and supportive environment for individuals receiving care. No two days are exactly alike. You'll work alongside clinicians, nurses, and other professionals while helping individuals build skills, maintain stability, and achieve recovery goals.

How You'll Make a Difference

• Supporting clients in daily routines and recovery-focused activities
• Helping maintain a safe, structured, and therapeutic environment
• Leading or assisting with group activities and educational sessions
• Observing, documenting, and communicating client behaviors to the treatment team
• Assisting with admissions, orientations, and safety procedures
• Responding calmly and appropriately to crisis situations
• Providing transportation support when needed
• Working closely with nurses, clinicians, and other team members to support treatment plans
• Building respectful, supportive relationships with the individuals we serve

We’re Looking For

To get started in this role, you'll need:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 2 years of responsible work experience in any industry
• A desire to help others in recovery
• Good communication skills
• Reliability and dependability
• Willingness to learn and work as part of a team
• Preferred, but not required: Experience in mental health, human services, healthcare, customer service, education, residential care, direct support, or other people-focused roles

Why You’ll Love This Role

• Flexible scheduling with full‑time or part‑time options
• Rewarding, meaningful, mission‑driven work
• Supportive team environment where you'll learn, grow, & celebrate together
• Opportunity to help people during important moments in their recovery
• Gain valuable real‑world experience while exploring future careers in behavioral health, social work, counseling, nursing, psychology, and human services
• A chance to make a real difference every day

Position Perks & Benefits

• Paid time off: full‑time employees receive an attractive time off package to balance your work and personal life
• Employee benefits package: full‑time employees receive health, dental, vision, retirement, life, & more
• Top‑notch training: initial, ongoing, comprehensive, and supportive
• Career mobility: advancement opportunities/promoting from within
• Welcoming, warm, supportive: a work culture & environment that promotes your well‑being, values you as human being, and encourages your health and happiness

Brightli Mission

Brightli is on a mission: a mission to improve client care, reduce the financial burden of community mental health centers by sharing resources, a mission to have a larger voice in advocacy to increase access to mental health and substance use care in our communities, and a mission to evolve the behavioral health industry to better meet the needs of our clients. As a behavioral and community mental health provider, we prioritize fostering a culture of belonging and connection within our workforce. We encourage applications from individuals with varied backgrounds and experiences, as we believe that a rich tapestry of perspectives strengthens our mission. If you are passionate about empowering local communities and creating an environment where everyone feels valued and supported, we invite you to join our mission-driven organization dedicated to cultivating an authentic workplace.

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

Burrell Behavioral Health is a Smoke and Tobacco Free Workplace.

Brightli Snapshot

200 locations 4 states 19 subsidiaries and/or affiliates 5k+ employees