Behavioral Health Technician
Listed compensation
Up to $21/hr
The week · per this posting · Wednesday – Sunday
Ask the employer about the work setting, call expectations, nights and shift pattern and time off.
Job Description
About the Job
Are you passionate about helping clients discover their own sense of recovery? At Epiphany Wellness, our mission is true transformation by leading the way we reinvent and treat addiction.
We are looking for a Behavioral Health Technician who will work closely with clients to support their rehabilitation needs, providing structured and holistic support that helps clients build the skills needed to overcome, heal, and sustain long-term recovery.
Location: Hendersonville, Tennessee
Job Type: Full-time
Hourly Rate
- Up to $21 / per hour
Schedule
- 2nd Shift; Wednesday through Sunday - 4pm to 12:30am CST OR
- Split Shift; Monday through Wednesday - 4pm to 12:30am & Saturday/Sunday(s) - 8am to 4:30pm CST
What will your day look like? You will:
- Maintain a safe, structured environment for clients through regular rounds, observation, and adherence to daily/weekly schedules.
- Observe medication that is a controlled substance and ensure clients complete self-observation sheets.
- Perform urinalysis and breathalyzer testing as assigned, documenting and reporting results to the appropriate supervisor.
- Transport clients to appointments, clinical services, and activities in accordance with Epiphany’s driving policy.
- Complete accurate documentation for intakes, rounds, and shift notes, and communicate clearly through BHT chat.
- Respond to crisis situations, including SI/HI reporting, client altercations, relapse, or AMA situations, and escalate through the proper chain of command.
- Build positive, professional relationships with clients and staff, and stay flexible for schedule needs including last-minute coverage.
What You Will Need for This Position
- Minimum of 1 year in the Recovery/Substance Abuse field (preferred).
- High School Diploma or GED.
- Behavioral Health Technician Certification (preferred).
- Certified Peer Recovery Specialist (CPRS), preferred.
- CPR and Standard First Aid Certification (preferred).
- Working knowledge of 12-Step Program, AA or NA (preferred).
- Valid Driver’s License with a minimum 2-year clean driving record (required).
Who We Are
Epiphany Wellness is a state-of-the-art alcohol & drug addiction rehab and mental health rehab center. Our expert, evidence-based program offers treatment for substance abuse disorder and those with mental health issues. Our program is personalized based on the needs of each individual, and our clinical team creates custom-tailored recovery plans for each patient. Start your journey to support lasting recovery today!
Here at Epiphany Wellness, we foster an environment that encourages our team members to grow and develop their careers organically.
What We Offer
- Competitive Salary
- Comprehensive benefits package includes life, medical, dental, and vision
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Vacation and Flex benefits
- Paid Holidays
- A company culture of promotions from within, with a start-up atmosphere allowing for varied and rapid career development.
Epiphany Wellness is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.
This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. Epiphany Wellness makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.
Key Responsibilities
Maintain a safe and structured environment for clients through observation, medication monitoring, testing, transportation, and accurate documentation. Support clients through recovery, respond to crises, and communicate with staff while following organizational procedures.
Requirements
A high school diploma or GED and a valid driver's license with at least a two-year clean driving record are required. At least one year of recovery or substance abuse experience is preferred, along with relevant behavioral health, peer recovery, CPR, first aid, and 12-step program knowledge.
Certifications
Key Skills
Behavioral Health Career Context
Of the 40 active Behavioral Health listings this role was benchmarked against, 78% have no call, 48% require no weekends.
Behavioral Health pay on WeekdayDoc is down 5.7% vs. the prior quarter (through Oct 2026).
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Listed pay | $44k | Behavioral Health median $37k (middle half $34k–$38k)14 comparable listings, Nov 2026 |
| Cost-of-living adjusted pay | ~$48k in purchasing power | Tennessee index 91.9 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Behavioral Health listings in Tennessee | 29 active | 1,209 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 78% no call · 48% no weekends40 benchmarked listings |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | not stated | US healthcare professional listings: 5% state a sign-on bonus (median $3k) · 13% offer loan repayment1,000 active listings, Nov 2026 |
| New Behavioral Health listings | 821 in the last 30 days | 547 the 30 days before (+50%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Behavioral Health pay trend | −5.7% vs prior quarter | —through Oct 2026 |
Location & Logistics
Tennessee has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states. At the posted ~$44k midpoint, that is roughly $2k–$3k a year versus a typical 4–7% state rate.
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