Behavioral Health Tech
Listed compensation
$18-$20/hr
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- Employment & setting
- Full-Time
- Call expectations
- Not specified
- Weekends
- Includes weekends
Job description
Join White Sands Treatment Center of Tampa LLC as a Behavioral Health Technician – 3 Weeks PTO, Weekends Required in Plant City, FL, US.
Benefits & Compensation
- Pay rate: $20/hour.
- Health Insurance (Medical, Dental, Vision)
- 3 Weeks PTO
- Paid Holidays
- 401(k) Retirement Plan
- Life Insurance
- Short-term and Long-term Disability
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Work Schedule
- Full-Time position.
- Weekend coverage may be required.
Apply to join White Sands Treatment Center of Tampa LLC as a Behavioral Health Technician – 3 Weeks PTO, Weekends Required.
Key Responsibilities
The Behavioral Health Technician provides essential support to patients in residential treatment by conducting rounds, supervising activities, and ensuring a safe environment. They also assist with admissions, maintain accurate clinical documentation, and facilitate patient transportation.
Requirements
Candidates must have a high school diploma or GED, with a bachelor's degree in psychology or human services preferred. At least one year of related experience, current CPR certification, and a valid Florida driver's license are required.
Qualifications
- Education
- Bachelor degree
Key Skills
Behavioral Health Career Context
Of the 40 active Behavioral Health listings this role was benchmarked against, 38% have no call, 33% require no weekends.
Behavioral Health pay on WeekdayDoc is up 4.0% vs. the prior quarter (through Aug 2026).
The cost-of-living index for Florida is 103.4 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$40k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $38k in an average-cost state. 58.1% of Florida clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
Location & Logistics
Florida has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states. At the posted ~$40k midpoint, that is roughly $2k–$3k a year versus a typical 4–7% state rate.
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- Includes weekends