Pays $20-$21/hr — Behavioral Health Tech market median is ~$43k (717 jobs) · Above average in Behavioral Health for work-life (5.1/10, vs 1,071 in this specialty)
Behavioral Health Technician (3rd Shift)- BIRCH Hospital
About the Role
Full-time day shift role in Owensboro, KY. Supports youth with behavioral needs in long-term inpatient setting. $20-$21/hr.
Join River Valley Behavioral Health as a Behavioral Health Technician – BIRCH Hospital in Owensboro, Kentucky.
Benefits & Compensation
- Pay rate: $20 - $21/hr.
- Health insurance
- Dental
- Vision
- Retirement plan
- Paid time off
Work Schedule
- Full-Time position.
- Day shift only - no nights.
This position offers day shifts only. Work with River Valley Behavioral Health in Owensboro, Kentucky.
Key Responsibilities
Support youth with emotional and behavioral needs in a long-term inpatient setting by implementing individualized treatment plans. Maintain a safe, structured environment through constant monitoring, coaching on coping skills, and collaborating with a multidisciplinary clinical team.
Requirements
A High School Diploma or GED is required, with a preference for college coursework in psychology or education. One year of experience working with youth in behavioral health or residential settings is preferred.
Qualifications
- Education
- High school
Key Skills
Work-Life Balance Overview
This Behavioral Health Technician (3rd Shift)- BIRCH Hospital position at RIVER VALLEY BEHAVIORAL HEALTH includes the following lifestyle factors: no night shifts. Candidates should review the full job details to assess overall work-life fit.
Behavioral Health — healthcare professional Career Context
In Kentucky, Behavioral Health listings on WeekdayDoc pay a median of ~$78k across 25 listings, vs ~$73k nationally (4,793 listings).
Behavioral Health pay on WeekdayDoc is up 3.6% vs. the prior quarter (through Aug 2026).
Kentucky's cost-of-living index is 86.0 (US average = 100), so the posted ~$43k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $50k in an average-cost state — 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
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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