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Sunshine Behavioral Health
Dodgeville, Wisconsin

1st Shift Behavioral Health Technician (BHT)

Behavioral Health TechIncludes weekendsNo nightsFull-Time

Listed compensation

$17-$22.5/hr

The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed

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Job Description

Be the First Step in Someone's Recovery Journey

At Wood Violet Recovery, recovery isn't just what we do - it's why we exist.

As a residential treatment center serving adults struggling with substance use and co-occurring mental health disorders, we provide a safe, supportive environment where clients can begin rebuilding their lives. Every day, our team has the opportunity to make a meaningful impact, and we're looking for compassionate, dependable individuals to join us as Behavioral Health Technicians.

Whether you're exploring a career in behavioral health, human services, psychology, social work, nursing, or addiction treatment - or you're simply passionate about helping others - this role offers an opportunity to make a difference while gaining valuable experience in the behavioral health field.

Schedule: Currently hiring for:

  • 1st shift: 6:30am - 3:00pm
  • Sunday through Thursday
  • Tuesday through Saturday

Some weekend and holiday availability is required.

What You'll Do

As a Behavioral Health Technician, you'll play a vital role in supporting clients throughout their recovery journey. No two days are exactly alike.

Responsibilities Include

  • Welcoming new clients and assisting with the intake process, including facility tours, paperwork, and orientation.
  • Providing transportation to appointments, airports, community outings, and other approved activities.
  • Conducting routine wellness checks and obtaining vital signs.
  • Monitoring client safety and maintaining a therapeutic environment.
  • Documenting observations, interactions, and client progress accurately and timely.
  • Supporting clients through challenging moments with professionalism, empathy, and respect.
  • Assisting with recreational activities, community events, and engagement opportunities.
  • Collaborating with nursing, clinical, and operations teams to ensure exceptional client care.
  • Responding appropriately during emergencies and following established safety procedures.

What We're Looking For

We want our team to be dependable, compassionate, and comfortable working with people from diverse backgrounds.

Requirements

  • High School Diploma or equivalent.
  • At least 18 years of age.
  • Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.
  • The ability to pass a background check and drug screen.
  • CPR/First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain).

Preferred

  • Strong communication and de-escalation skills.
  • Experience working in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
  • Experience in behavioral health, addiction treatment, healthcare, social services, customer service, or related fields.

Benefits & More

  • Comprehensive Health Coverage: Medical, dental, and vision insurance available after just 60 days of employment!
  • Retirement Planning: 401k with a 3% company match to help you invest in your future.
  • Paid Time Off: Enjoy paid sick time, holiday pay, and PTO that starts accruing on your first day!
  • Free Daily Meal: One complimentary meal per shift from our on-site (gourmet) cafeteria!
  • Supportive Team Culture: Join a collaborative and compassionate work environment where your contributions are valued.
  • Quarterly Bonus Opportunity: Receive a percentage of your quarterly earnings as a bonus based on company performance!

At Wood Violet Recovery, we believe in the power of people—and that includes our team. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and are committed to building a diverse, inclusive environment for all.

6:30am-3:00pm

Key Responsibilities

The Behavioral Health Technician supports clients in a residential treatment setting by assisting with intakes, monitoring vital signs, and ensuring a safe, therapeutic environment. They also provide transportation for clients and collaborate with clinical teams to document progress and respond to emergencies.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure

Key Skills

Substance use supportIntake processingDocumentationCrisis interventionPatient safetyTherapeutic environment maintenanceTeam collaboration

Behavioral Health Career Context

Of the 40 active Behavioral Health listings this role was benchmarked against, 3% are remote, 55% have no call, 40% require no weekends.

Behavioral Health pay on WeekdayDoc is up 13.6% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).

The cost-of-living index for Wisconsin is 94.1 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$41k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $44k in an average-cost state. 60.7% of Wisconsin clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Top Behavioral Health Tech Jobs

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Salary Distribution24 jobs · 14 employers

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Annual compensation range

Work-Life Balance Distribution24 jobs · 14 employers

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$26.91-$28.58/hr
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Work-life snapshot

median 1.5this job 5.1
Better work-life than 70% of Behavioral Health listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 1,290 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

  • No nights
  • Includes weekends

Living in Dodgeville

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$314k
Median resident rent
$999/mo
Residents’ average commute
30 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
97.3
State income tax
Up to 7.7%
Sources & methodology

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

BEA 2024 · Madison, WI metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

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

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About Sunshine Behavioral Health

Medical Practices
Denver, Colorado
51-200 employees

Benefits & Perks

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance (after 60 days)
401k with 3% company match
Paid sick time
Holiday pay
PTO accruing from first day
Free daily meal
Quarterly bonus opportunity