Behavioral Health Technician

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Behavioral Health Technician at Comprehensive Life Resources a 2.0 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as below average. This places the position in the average range of all Behavioral Health physician listings evaluated on our platform.

Candidates should carefully assess workload expectations and scheduling demands before applying.

This Behavioral Health position at Comprehensive Life Resources is open to physician candidates.

Physicians (MD/DO) are in high demand across healthcare settings, with growing interest in positions that offer sustainable schedules and reduced administrative burden.

Stated compensation: $20.34 - $27.75/hr.

This position also offers production-based compensation: $28 per hourly. Production bonuses can significantly increase total earnings above the stated base salary range.

This position is based in Tacoma, Washington.

Washington has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states. For a physician earning $300k, the absence of state income tax can represent $15k–$30k or more in annual savings.

Key skills and qualifications: Behavioral health, Crisis de-escalation, Patient supervision, Documentation, Therapeutic milieu, Mental health support, Communication, Interpersonal skills. Candidates with experience in these areas may be especially well-suited for this Behavioral Health role.

Core responsibilities: The Behavioral Health Technician ensures the safety and supervision of youth in a residential treatment setting through proactive interaction and support. They facilitate group activities, assist with daily living tasks, and maintain effective communication within a multidisciplinary team.

Benefits package: Medical, Dental, and Vision with 100% paid premiums for employees, 11 paid holidays, 403(b)-retirement plan, Life Insurance, Long term Disability, Employee Assistance Program, Mileage reimbursement, Tuition Assistance. A comprehensive benefits package is an important factor in evaluating total compensation beyond base salary.