Behavioral Health Technician
Compensation
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- Employment & setting
- Full time
- Call expectations
- Not specified
- Weekends
- Not specified
Job Description
About Renaissance Recovery Florida
Renaissance Recovery Florida is a premier provider of behavioral health and substance use treatment, dedicated to delivering compassionate, evidence-based care. We help individuals rebuild their lives through structured support, clinical excellence, and a recovery-driven culture.
The Behavioral Health Technician (BHT) plays a vital role in direct client care and daily program operations. This position supports clients throughout their treatment experience while communicating key observations and updates to the Operations Manager and Program Director.
Key Responsibilities
- Follow Renaissance Recovery Florida policies and procedures
- Complete client intakes and documentation in EMR
- Conduct drug and alcohol testing (UA/BAC)
- Observe, monitor, and report client behavior
- Reinforce program rules and expectations
- Maintain clean and organized program spaces
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Behavioral health or substance use experience preferred
- CPR and First Aid certification required
Work Environment
- Quiet clinical setting
- Occasional lifting up to 25 lbs
- Required
Key Skills
Behavioral Health Career Context
Of the 50 active Behavioral Health listings this role was benchmarked against, 64% have no call, 42% require no weekends.
Behavioral Health pay on WeekdayDoc is down 12.9% 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)). 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.
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Living in Lantana
- Median resident rent
- $1,758/mo
- Residents’ average commute
- 23 min
- State income tax
- None
Sources & methodology
Sources: U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.
City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.