Pays $18.11-$27.17/hr — $17k below the Behavioral Health Tech market median of ~$73k (6 jobs) · Above average in Behavioral Health for work-life (5.1/10, vs 1,085 in this specialty)
Behavioral Health Specialist (BHS) (BHT) - St. Mary's Hospital - Full Time - Days - Richmond, VA
About the Role
Full-time day shift Behavioral Health Specialist at St. Mary's Hospital in Richmond, VA. $18.11-$27.17/hr. Sign-on bonus up to $2,500. Benefits include 403(b), PTO, tuition assistance.
Join Bon Secours Mercy Health as a Behavioral Health Specialist (BHT) – Days, Sign-On Bonus in Richmond, Virginia.
Benefits & Compensation
- Pay rate: $18.11 - $27.17/hr.
- Sign-on bonus up to $2,500
- Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HSA/FSA options, life insurances, mental health resources and discounts
- Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability, backup care for children and elders
- Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support
Work Schedule
- Full-Time position.
- Day shift only - no nights.
This position offers day shifts only. Work with Bon Secours Mercy Health in Richmond, Virginia.
Key Responsibilities
The Behavioral Health Specialist provides direct patient care, including vital sign monitoring, hygiene assistance, and mobility support under professional supervision. They also act as a liaison between patients and nurses while maintaining accurate documentation and performing safety checks.
Requirements
Candidates must possess a High School Diploma or GED, with a Bachelor's degree in a related field preferred. One year of experience in a mental health or healthcare setting is preferred, along with relevant certifications like BLS, CNA, or STNA.
Qualifications
- Education
- Bachelor degree
Certifications
Key Skills
Behavioral Health Career Context
Of the 40 active Behavioral Health listings this role was benchmarked against, 30% have no call, 25% require no weekends.
The cost-of-living index for Virginia is 101.1 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$47k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $47k in an average-cost state. 61.1% of Virginia clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
Position Insights
AI ANALYSISThis role scores 5.1/10 on work-life balance for Behavioral Health Tech roles.
Career trajectory: This position offers advancement within 2-3 years. The compensation analysis shows this employer pays...
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