Behavioral Health Technician (BHT) Full-time Day
Listed compensation
$17-$19/hr
The week · per this posting3-day week · 3×12s
Ask the employer about the work setting, call expectations and time off.
Job Description
- Behavioral Health Technician (BHT) Full-time Day
- Pay range: $17-$19hr
- Location: 4102 Shore Dr, Indianapolis, IN 46254
- Schedule: Day Shift | 3x12s (7a–7p) | Every other weekend rotation
- Join the Journey of Hope at Ethan's Crossing.
Ethan's Crossing was founded to honor the life of a young man lost to addiction. We aren't just a facility; we are a family system that understands and supports the lifelong journey of recovery. We are looking for Mental Health Technicians who want to provide more than just supervision—we want team members who want to provide a "serene environment" for healing.
Why You'll Love It Here
- Comprehensive Health: Multitude of medical plan options (Health Share & Vista Wellness), Dental, and Vision.
- Investment in You: Up to $15,000 in tuition reimbursement and student loan forgiveness programs.
- Work-Life Balance: Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid holidays.
- Future Planning: 401(k) with company contribution and Life Insurance.
- Peace of Mind: Accident insurance, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity coverage.
Your Impact on the Floor
As a Mental Health Technician here, you are the eyes and ears of our recovery community. You will:
- Foster a Healing Milieu: Assist in the admission process by orienting guests and securing belongings with care and respect.
- Support Daily Success: Provide assistance with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) and perform routine procedures like vital signs and accu checks.
- Ensure Safety: Maintain a "serene environment" through frequent rounding and guest observation, reporting all changes to the RN.
- Drive Positive Outcomes: Carry out specific interventions to ensure guest safety and a judge-free atmosphere.
What We're Looking For
- High school diploma or GED required.
- Must be 21 yrs or older
- Preferred STNA but not required.
- Preferred Nurses Aide.
Key Responsibilities
The Behavioral Health Technician is responsible for maintaining a safe and serene environment through frequent rounding and guest observation. They also assist with activities of daily living and perform routine clinical procedures like vital signs and accu checks.
Requirements
Candidates must have a high school diploma or GED and be at least 21 years of age. While not required, preference is given to those with STNA or Nurses Aide certifications.
Key Skills
Behavioral Health Career Context
Of the 40 active Behavioral Health listings this role was benchmarked against, 65% have no call, 40% require no weekends.
The cost-of-living index for Indiana is 93.3 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$37k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $40k in an average-cost state. 60.4% of Indiana clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
Top Behavioral Health Tech Jobs
20 matches · ranked by paySalary Distribution20 jobs · 13 employers
Annual compensation range
Benefits & Perks14 jobs · 13 employers
Share of similar jobs offering each benefit
Behavioral Health Technician at Hill (83693)
Centurion Health · Galesburg, Illinois
Behavioral Health Technician (83534)
Centurion Health · Pontiac, Illinois
Behavioral Health Technician - Bachelor's Degree in Psychology (83704)
$25/hrBehavioral Health Associate I
$20-$25/hrWork-life snapshot
Listing-based score, 0–10, across 1,276 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.
- No nights
- On-site
- Includes weekends
Living in Indianapolis city (balance)
- Typical 3-bedroom home value
- $229k
- Typical market rent
- $1,389/mo
- Residents’ average commute
- 25 min
- State income tax
- Up to 3.1%
Sources & methodology
Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026), Zillow market rents (Aug 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.
City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.