3rd Shift Behavioral Health Technician (BHT)
Listed compensation
$17-$21.5/hr
The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed
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Job Description
Be the the Calm Presence That Helps Recovery Continue Through the Night
Recovery doesn't stop when the sun goes down - and neither do we.
At Wood Violet Recovery, our overnight team provides a safe, supportive environment for adults receiving residential treatment for substance use and co-occurring mental health disorders. As a 3rd Shift Behavioral Health Technician, you'll play an important role in helping clients feel safe, supported, and cared for throughout the night.
Whether you're starting a career in behavioral health or looking for meaningful work where you can make a difference, this is an opportunity to be part of a compassionate team dedicated to changing lives!
Schedule: Currently hiring for:
- 3rd shift: 10:30pm - 7:00am
- Sunday through Thursday
What You'll Do
As an Overnight Behavioral Health Technician, you'll help ensure our clients remain safe, comfortable, and supported throughout the night while preparing the facility for the day ahead.
Responsibilities Include
- Monitoring the facility and conducting routine client safety and wellness checks.
- Maintaining a calm, therapeutic environment during overnight hours.
- Responding appropriately to client needs, emergencies, and crisis situations.
Documenting observations, safety checks, and client interactions accurately and timely.
- Completing light housekeeping and organizational tasks to prepare the facility for the morning shift.
- Assisting with early morning client routines as needed.
- Providing transportation for approved appointments when necessary.
- Collaborating with nursing, clinical, and operations teams to ensure continuity of care.
- Supporting clients with professionalism, empathy, dignity, and respect.
What We're Looking For
We want team members who are dependable, observant, compassionate, and comfortable working independently while remaining part of a collaborative care team.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or equivalent.
- At least 18 years of age.
- Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.
- The ability to pass a background check and drug screen.
- CPR/First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain).
Preferred
- Strong communication and de-escalation skills.
- Experience working in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
- Experience in behavioral health, addiction treatment, healthcare, social services, customer service, or related fields.
Benefits & More
- Comprehensive Health Coverage: Medical, dental, and vision insurance available after just 60 days of employment!
- Retirement Planning: 401k with a 3% company match to help you invest in your future.
- Paid Time Off: Enjoy paid sick time, holiday pay, and PTO that starts accruing on your first day!
- Free Daily Meal: One complimentary meal per shift from our on-site (gourmet) cafeteria!
- Supportive Team Culture: Join a collaborative and compassionate work environment where your contributions are valued.
- Quarterly Bonus Opportunity: Receive a percentage of your quarterly earnings as a bonus based on company performance!
At Wood Violet Recovery, we believe in the power of people—and that includes our team. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and are committed to building a diverse, inclusive environment for all.
10:30pm-7:00am
Key Responsibilities
The Behavioral Health Technician monitors the facility and ensures client safety and wellness throughout the overnight shift. They also provide support, document interactions, and perform light housekeeping to prepare the facility for the day.
Key Skills
Healthcare Professional Career Context
The cost-of-living index for Wisconsin is 94.1 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$40k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $43k in an average-cost state. 60.7% of Wisconsin clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
Of the 40 active healthcare listings this role was benchmarked against, 73% have no call, 43% require no weekends.
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Listed pay | $35k–$45k | healthcare median $42k (middle half $37k–$48k)683 comparable listings, Oct 2026 |
| Cost-of-living adjusted pay | ~$43k in purchasing power | Wisconsin index 94.1 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| healthcare listings in Wisconsin | 31 active | 1,728 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 73% no call · 43% no weekends40 benchmarked listings |
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