Behavioral Health Technician
Listed compensation
$16-$18/hr
Listing transparency2 of 6 stated
Ask the employer about the work setting, call expectations and weekend coverage.
- Employment & setting
- Full-Time
- Call expectations
- Not specified
- Weekends
- Not specified
Job Description
Behavioral Health Technician (BHT)
Making a Difference. Changing Lives. Renaissance Recovery Tennessee.
Why You'll Love This Role
If you're passionate about mental health, addiction recovery, and helping people rebuild their lives, this is more than a job-it's purpose-driven. As a Behavioral Health Technician, you'll be on the front lines of recovery, providing hands-on support in a professional, compassionate treatment environment.
What You'll Do
- Support clients through recovery using observe & report care
- Complete client intakes and documentation in EMR/EHR systems
- Conduct urine drug screens (UA) and BAC testing
- Enforce facility rules while maintaining dignity and respect
- Monitor client behavior and respond calmly to crises
- Communicate daily with clinical leadership
- Help keep the facility organized, safe, and welcoming
What We're Looking For
- High school diploma or GED
- Experience in behavioral health, mental health, or substance abuse treatment (preferred, not required)
- CPR & First Aid certified (or willing to obtain)
- Strong communication and documentation skills
- Calm under pressure, dependable, and compassionate
Why Join Renaissance Recovery Tennessee?
Meaningful work that changes lives Supportive leadership and team culture Hands-on clinical experience Professional, structured treatment environment Opportunity to grow in behavioral health and addiction services
- Apply Now
- Email your resume to HR@RR-TN.com
Key Responsibilities
The Behavioral Health Technician provides hands-on support to clients, including monitoring behavior, conducting drug screens, and managing crisis situations. They are also responsible for maintaining accurate documentation in EMR/EHR systems and ensuring the facility remains safe and organized.
Requirements
Candidates must possess a high school diploma or GED and demonstrate strong communication and documentation skills. Certification in CPR and First Aid is required or must be obtained upon hiring.
Qualifications
- Education
- Professional certificate or licensure
Key Skills
Behavioral Health Career Context
Of the 40 active Behavioral Health listings this role was benchmarked against, 45% have no call, 55% require no weekends.
Behavioral Health pay on WeekdayDoc is up 1.9% vs. the prior quarter (through Aug 2026).
The cost-of-living index for Tennessee is 91.9 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$35k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $38k in an average-cost state. 58.6% of Tennessee clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
Location & Logistics
Tennessee has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states. At the posted ~$35k midpoint, that is roughly $1k–$2k a year versus a typical 4–7% state rate.
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Listing-based score
Living in Nashville
- Typical 3-bedroom home value
- $413k
- Typical market rent
- $1,834/mo
- Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
- 96.3
- State income tax
- None
Sources & methodology
Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026), Zillow market rents (Aug 2026).
BEA 2024 · Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.
City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.