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Pyramid Healthcare
Bowie, Maryland

Behavioral Health Technician Lead Overnight

Behavioral Health TechIncludes weekendsFull-Time

Listed compensation

$15/hr + shift differentials

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Job Description

Pyramid Healthcare is dedicated to offering the highest quality of care to those we serve. A focus on client-focused care establishes our family of brands as respected leaders in addiction treatment, mental health recovery and eating disorder treatment modalities.

Pyramid Healthcare offers comprehensive behavioral healthcare defined by supportive environments that offer patients the strength they need to overcome life’s challenges. We offer behavioral healthcare services – psychiatry, addiction recovery, mental disorder treatment, etc. – that allow clients at all stages of recovery or rehabilitation to reclaim health and well-being.

  • Behavioral Health Technician Lead — Overnight
  • Location: Prince George County Facility 3000 Lottsford Vista Road, Bowie, MD
  • Pay: $15.00/hour + applicable overnight shift differentials

Make a Meaningful Difference Every Night

Pyramid Healthcare is seeking a dependable and compassionate Behavioral Health Technician Lead to support our overnight team at the Prince George County Facility. This leadership role is ideal for someone who enjoys helping others, guiding team members, and creating a safe, structured, and supportive environment for clients in treatment.

As a BHT Lead, you will help coordinate overnight operations, support Behavioral Health Technicians, respond to client needs, and assist with maintaining a high standard of care.

Why Join Pyramid Healthcare?

Pyramid Healthcare offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support employees’ health, wellness, financial well-being, and professional growth, including:

  • Competitive Pay with Shift Differentials – Earn $15.00/hour before applicable overnight shift differentials.
  • Career Advancement Opportunities – Grow your career through internal promotion opportunities and professional development.
  • First Stop Health – Eligible employees have access to virtual Urgent Care, Primary Care, and Mental Health services at no cost.
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – Confidential support services, including up to four free counseling sessions per person, per issue.
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match – Eligible employees are automatically enrolled at 6% of pay. Pyramid matches 100% of the first 1% contributed and 50% of the next 5%, for a potential employer match of up to 3.5%.
  • UKG Wallet – Gain access to up to 50% of earned wages before payday, providing greater financial flexibility when needed.
  • Employee Discounts – Enjoy discounts on a variety of products, services, and memberships.
  • Bonus Opportunities – Additional earning opportunities may be available based on role and program needs.

What You’ll Do

  • Assist with training and onboarding new Behavioral Health Technicians.
  • Delegate tasks and provide direction to BHT staff during assigned shifts.
  • Assist with creating and maintaining staff, holiday, and outreach schedules.
  • Provide coverage during days, nights, weekends, and holidays based on program needs.
  • Verify client leave passes and monitor clients’ treatment plans while on pass.
  • Check clients in and out as necessary.
  • Conduct breathalyzer and urinalysis testing as required.
  • Participate in peer support consultations.
  • Provide crisis intervention and respond appropriately to client needs.
  • Maintain accurate documentation and communicate important updates to the treatment team.
  • Help ensure a safe, clean, and orderly treatment environment.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

What You’ll Bring

  • High school diploma or equivalent required.
  • Valid driver’s license required.
  • Behavioral health or healthcare experience preferred.
  • Previous leadership, training, or supervisory experience preferred.
  • Current CPR, AED, and First Aid certification preferred.

Employment Requirements

Selected candidates must successfully complete a criminal background check, drug screening, and any required state-mandated clearances. Employment is contingent upon meeting all screening requirements in accordance with federal, state, and accrediting-body regulations.

Join Our Team

If you are compassionate, dependable, and ready to take the next step in your behavioral healthcare career, we invite you to apply for the Behavioral Health Technician Lead — Overnight position today!

Pyramid CORE Values

We are committed and proud to live our CORE values and use them to inspire those around us. Our employees are expected to align with these values, behaviors, and standards.

We are held accountable for upholding these CORE Values: INTEGRITY is striving to be honest, transparent, and ethical when dealing with clients, staff, and the community. DEDICATION is demonstrating an unwavering commitment to always provide exceptional care and support to those we serve is needed daily.

COLLABORATION is a steadfast, team-focused approach; working together to achieve excellence. PASSION is genuine, compelling, and relentless desire to improve lives and support Pyramid Healthcare’s mission.

Total Rewards for Full-Time Positions

  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
  • Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Life Insurance
  • Paid Time Off
  • 401(k) with Company Match
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Employee Recognition Programs
  • Referral Bonus opportunities
  • And More!

Want to Know More?

To learn more about Pyramid Healthcare, and how you can achieve personal and professional growth, visit us at: bit. ly.

Pyramid Healthcare, Inc. is proud of its diverse workforce, and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Key Responsibilities

The Behavioral Health Technician Lead oversees overnight operations, coordinates staff, and ensures a safe and structured environment for clients. They are responsible for crisis intervention, maintaining accurate documentation, and supporting the treatment team in delivering high-quality care.

Requirements

Candidates must possess a high school diploma or equivalent and a valid driver's license. Previous experience in behavioral health or healthcare, along with leadership or supervisory experience, is preferred.

Certifications

CPR (preferred)

Key Skills

Team leadershipStaff trainingBreathalyzer testingClient monitoringSchedulingMental health supportSafety compliance

Behavioral Health Career Context

Of the 40 active Behavioral Health listings this role was benchmarked against, 57% have no call, 48% require no weekends.

Behavioral Health pay on WeekdayDoc is down 11.6% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).

The cost-of-living index for Maryland is 105.0 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$31k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $30k in an average-cost state. 62.9% of Maryland clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

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Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks13 jobs · 10 employers

401k / retirement match
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CME allowance
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Sign-on bonus
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Work-life snapshot

median 1.5this job 1.5
Better work-life than 50% of Behavioral Health listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 1,279 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

  • Includes weekends

Living in Bowie

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$459k
Typical market rent
$2,522/mo
Residents’ average commute
35 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
108.9
State income tax
Up to 5.8%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026), Zillow market rents (Aug 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

BEA 2024 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.

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About Pyramid Healthcare

Hospitals and Health Care
Duncansville, Pennsylvania
1,001-5,000 employees

Benefits & Perks

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
Flexible Spending Accounts
Life Insurance
Paid Time Off
401(k) with Company Match
Tuition Reimbursement
Employee Recognition Programs
Referral Bonus opportunities