Behavioral Health Tech
Compensation
Pay not disclosed
- Employment & setting
- Per Diem
- Call expectations
- Not specified
- Weekends
- Includes weekends
Job description
Join Community Health Systems Professional Services Corporation as a Behavioral Health Tech – PRN Nights in Birmingham, Alabama, United States. Why You’ll Love Working Here: * Future Security – 401(k) with employer matching to help you build long-term financial stability. * Role: Behavioral Health Tech
Benefits & Compensation
- 401(k) with employer matching
Work Schedule
- Per Diem position.
- Weekend coverage may be required.
Apply to join Community Health Systems Professional Services Corporation as a Behavioral Health Tech – PRN Nights.
Key Responsibilities
The Behavioral Health Technician provides direct patient care and support by implementing treatment plans and monitoring patient behavior in a clinical setting. They ensure a safe environment, assist with daily activities, and collaborate with the healthcare team to address patient needs.
Requirements
Candidates must have 0-2 years of experience in a behavioral or mental health setting and possess strong observation and de-escalation skills. Required certifications include BCLS and de-escalation training, which must be obtained within 30 days of hire.
Qualifications
- Education
- Professional certificate or licensure
Certifications
Key Skills
Behavioral Health Career Context
Of the 50 active Behavioral Health listings this role was benchmarked against, 50% have no call, 32% require no weekends.
Behavioral Health pay on WeekdayDoc is down 4.8% vs. the prior quarter (through Aug 2026).
The cost-of-living index for Alabama is 88.8 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 60.3% of Alabama clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
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