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Behavioral Health Technician (BHT), PRN - BH Adult
About the Role
PRN behavioral health tech. 12-hour shifts. Flexible schedule. Support patients in a multidisciplinary team. Free parking.
Join Lifepoint Health as a Behavioral Health Technician (BHT), PRN - BH Adult in Paris, Kentucky.
Requirements
- Nursing Assistant Certificate (SRNA/CNA) preferred.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required within 30 days of hire.
- Handle with Care certification required within 7 days of hire.
- More about Centerpoint – Paris.
Benefits & Compensation
- Financial Protection & PTO: Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.
- Financial & Career Growth: Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
- Employee Well-being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
- Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.
Work Schedule
- Per Diem position.
- No explicit call, weekend, or night shift information provided.
Apply to join Lifepoint Health as a Behavioral Health Technician (BHT), PRN - BH Adult.
Key Responsibilities
The Behavioral Health Technician assists RNs in providing optimal patient care through close monitoring, safety assurance, and support of daily living activities. They are responsible for implementing treatment plans, managing behavioral crises, and documenting patient progress.
Qualifications
- Education
- Professional certificate or licensure
Certifications
Key Skills
Psychiatry Career Context
In Kentucky, Psychiatry listings on WeekdayDoc pay a median of ~$282k across 45 listings, vs ~$233k nationally (5,806 listings).
Kentucky's cost-of-living index is 86.0 (US average = 100) — Kentucky ranks #9 of 50 for clinician purchasing power. 61.6% of Kentucky clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
Position Insights
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