Behavioral Health Technician (BHT) 7P-7A
Compensation
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Job Description
About Compassion Behavioral Health (CBH)
Compassion Behavioral Health is a leading provider of behavioral healthcare services, offering residential mental health and substance use treatment. Our mission is centered on delivering excellence in care through a collaborative, team-oriented environment. We empower our staff to make a meaningful impact while maintaining a strong commitment to our patients, colleagues, physicians, and community partners.
Position Overview
We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Behavioral Health Technician (BHT) to join our team at our Residential Treatment Center in Hollywood, FL.
Our residential level of care provides 24/7 structured, live-in treatment for adults experiencing mental health and substance use disorders. Patients receive intensive clinical support in a safe, therapeutic environment designed to promote stability, recovery, and long-term success.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide direct care, supervision, and support to patients in a residential setting
- Monitor and document patient behaviors and progress
- Assist in the implementation of individualized treatment plans
- Utilize de-escalation techniques and crisis intervention when necessary
- Build positive, therapeutic relationships with patients and team members
- Maintain a safe and structured environment for all patients
- Act as a liaison between patients and the clinical team
- Participate actively as a member of the interdisciplinary treatment team
- Model appropriate professional behavior and maintain healthy boundaries
- Support a positive peer culture through reinforcement and engagement
Qualifications
- Experience working with the mental health and/or substance use population required
- Must have a valid and clear driver’s license
- Must be able to pass a Level II Background Screening
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to remain calm and professional in high-stress situations
- Schedule Requirements
- 12-hour shifts: 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM
- Weekend availability is required
Why Join CBH?
At CBH, you will be part of a mission-driven organization where your contributions truly matter. Our team is committed to delivering compassionate care and supporting one another in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.
If you’re passionate about helping others and want to make a difference in behavioral health, we encourage you to apply. compassionbehavioralhealth.com
Key Skills
Behavioral Health Career Context
Of the 50 active Behavioral Health listings this role was benchmarked against, 80% have no call, 40% require no weekends.
Behavioral Health pay on WeekdayDoc is down 7.1% vs. the prior quarter (through Oct 2026).
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Listed pay | not listed | Behavioral Health median $37k (middle half $35k–$40k)38 comparable listings, Nov 2026 |
| Cost of living | Florida index 103.4 | US average = 100BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Behavioral Health listings in Florida | 90 active | 1,230 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 80% no call · 40% no weekends50 benchmarked listings |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | not stated | Florida healthcare professional listings: 7% state a sign-on bonus · 7% offer loan repayment128 active listings, Nov 2026 |
| New Behavioral Health listings | 847 in the last 30 days | 531 the 30 days before (+60%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Behavioral Health pay trend | −7.1% vs prior quarter | —through Oct 2026 |
Location & Logistics
Florida has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states.
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