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Bridgeton, Missouri

Behavioral Health Technician

Behavioral Health TechIncludes weekendsFull-Time

Listed compensation

$15-$19/hr

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Job Description

  • Job Location: Engage Wellness Bridgeton, MO - Bridgeton, MO
  • Salary Range: $15.00 - $19.00, Behavioral Health Technician (BHT)
  • Location: Bridgeton, MO
  • Company: Engage Wellness MO
  • Employment Type: Full-Time & Part-Time - 12:30pm-9pm
  • Compensation: Hourly (based on experience) About Engage Wellness Engage Wellness is a growing behavioral health organization dedicated to providing high-quality care to individuals struggling with mental health and substance use disorders

Our mission is to support recovery through compassionate, evidence-based treatment in a structured and supportive environment. Position Overview The Behavioral Health Technician (BHT) plays a vital role in supporting clients throughout their treatment journey. This position is responsible for monitoring client safety, facilitating daily activities, and providing direct support to ensure a therapeutic and structured environment.

Key

Responsibilities

Monitor and document client behavior, safety, and progress throughout shifts Provide direct supervision and support to clients in a residential or outpatient setting Assist with daily activities, including meals, hygiene, and structured programming Facilitate or support group sessions and recreational activities as needed Conduct routine room checks and ensure compliance with program rules Maintain accurate and timely documentation in accordance with company policies Communicate effectively with clinical staff regarding client status and concerns De-escalate situations and support clients in crisis when necessary Ensure a safe, clean, and organized environment at all times

Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent required Previous experience in behavioral health, mental health, or substance abuse treatment strongly preferred CPR/First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain) Strong interpersonal and communication skills Ability to remain calm and professional in high-stress situations Basic computer skills for documentation

Schedule

Full-time and part-time positions available Flexible scheduling, including evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed 12:30pm-9pm Benefits (Full-Time Employees) Competitive hourly pay Health, dental, and vision insurance Paid time off (PTO) and sick time 401(k) with company match Opportunities for growth and advancement Ongoing training and professional development Qualifications:

Key Responsibilities

The Behavioral Health Technician monitors client safety and behavior while facilitating daily activities and structured programming. They also provide direct support to clients and maintain accurate documentation in accordance with company policies.

Requirements

Candidates must have a high school diploma or equivalent and possess strong interpersonal and communication skills. Previous experience in behavioral health or substance abuse treatment is strongly preferred, along with CPR/First Aid certification.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure

Certifications

CPR (preferred)

Key Skills

Mental health supportClient safety monitoringCrisis de-escalationInterpersonal skillsGroup facilitationRecreational activity support

Behavioral Health Career Context

Of the 40 active Behavioral Health listings this role was benchmarked against, 80% have no call, 57% require no weekends.

Behavioral Health pay on WeekdayDoc is down 8.5% vs. the prior quarter (through Oct 2026).

Behavioral Health by the numbers
MeasureThis jobMarket
Listed pay$31k–$40kBehavioral Health median $44k (middle half $39k–$45k)23 comparable listings, Nov 2026
Cost-of-living adjusted pay~$39k in purchasing powerMissouri index 90.8 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Behavioral Health listings in Missouri61 active1,207 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 80% no call · 57% no weekends40 benchmarked listings
Sign-on & loan repaymentnot statedUS healthcare professional listings (all specialties): 5% state a sign-on bonus (median $2k) · 11% offer loan repayment1,000 active listings, Nov 2026
New Behavioral Health listings819 in the last 30 days472 the 30 days before (+74%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Behavioral Health pay trend−8.5% vs prior quarter—through Oct 2026
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index, BEA Regional Price Parities (2024); as of Nov 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

Top Behavioral Health Tech Jobs

24 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution

24 jobs · 20 employers
6
<$40k
7
$40k-45k
7
$45k-50k
2
$52k
2
$55k+

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks

14 jobs
401k / retirement match
100% this job
Loan repayment
21%
CME allowance
21%
Sign-on bonus
14%
PSLF eligible
14%

Share of similar jobs offering each benefit

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$26.91-$28.58/hr
#2

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$23-$27/hr
#3

Behavioral Health Technician

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Work-life snapshot

median 1.5this job 1.5
Below most Behavioral Health listings for work-life

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 1,204 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

  • Includes weekends
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Health and Human Services

Benefits & Perks

Health, dental, and vision insurance
Paid time off (PTO) and sick time
401(k) with company match
Opportunities for growth and advancement
Ongoing training and professional development

Living in Bridgeton

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$279k
Median resident rent
$1,172/mo
Residents’ average commute
21 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
95.1
State income tax
Up to 5.3%
Sources & methodology

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

BEA 2024 · St. Louis, MO-IL metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

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