Behavioral Health Technician

Behavioral Health TechFull-Time/Part-Time

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Salary Range: $15.00 /hr

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Job Description

Job Details: Job Location: SJ Franklin - Franklin, OH, Position Type: Full-Time/Part-Time, Education Level: High School, Salary Range: $15.00 - $15.00Hourly, Job Shift: Any, Are you looking for a career where you can make a difference in the lives of individuals in recovery for mental health and substance use disorders?

Do you thrive in a healthy and collaborative work environment where you can grow personally and professionally? JOIN OUR TEAM of dedicated professionals in fostering hope and transforming lives.

We are seeking dedicated Behavioral Health Technicians to support individuals in a residential substance use treatment facility. This role involves providing direct care, monitoring and assisting with daily living skills while ensuring a safe and structured environment.

The ideal candidate will be patient, empathetic and committed to helping individuals struggling with substance use achieve long-term recovery. Develop a career dedicated to connection, compassion, and community. Community Health Alliance is an employer that offers career opportunities with purpose.

At Community Health Alliance our employees are our greatest asset so we offer a full benefit program designed to support you and your family.

We are proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees: Affordable medical, dental and vision insurance Company paid Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA) Generous paid time off (PTO) & paid holidays Retirement plan with company match – up to 6% (full and part-time) Career ladder – opportunities for professional growth Apprenticeship Program to obtain Associate's degree and LCDCII Company paid life insurance Duties and Responsibilities: Provide care and support to individuals while maintaining a structured, therapeutic and safe environment for clients Monitor and assist with self-administration of medication, ensuring compliance to policies and procedures Support and reinforce treatment goals, engaging clients in healthy routines and recovery-focused activities Observe and document client behavior, reporting concerns to clinical staff as needed Assist with coordination of care as needed Monitor program schedules and ensure clients are engaged in required programming Facilitate daily living skills groups and structured recovery oriented activities Assist clients in working through crisis situations Perform administrative office tasks Qualifications: High School Diploma or equivalent required Valid Driver's License and Insurable driving record Reliable transportation Experience in behavioral health, substance use treatment or related field is preferred, but not required (on-the-job training provided) Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment Ability to maintain appropriate professional boundaries and adhere to confidentiality regulations Capable of strict adherence to policies and procedures Ability to treat clients with dignity and respect Competently communicates effectively verbally and in writing Proficient with Microsoft 365 applications, including Office Suite, Outlook and Teams Adept at learning and navigating electronic health record systems Ability to pass background checks and drug screen as required by federal and state regulations Community Health Alliance is a leader providing the highest industry standards for health and human services.

Our agencies of Sojourner Recovery Services and TLC offer a complete continuum of mental health and substance use treatment services. We equip our clients with the resources, services, and tools they need to achieve their goals and reach their highest personal potential.

Community Health Alliance is proud to play a key role in helping individuals achieve a brighter and healthier future. Through innovation, integration, and collaboration of our agencies, the Community Health Alliance strengthens and empowers the individuals, families, and communities we serve.

Community Health Alliance is a drug testing Equal Opportunity Employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Key Responsibilities

The Behavioral Health Technician provides direct care and support to individuals in a residential treatment facility while maintaining a safe and structured environment. Responsibilities include monitoring medication administration, documenting client behavior, and facilitating recovery-oriented activities.

Requirements

Candidates must have a high school diploma or equivalent and a valid driver's license with an insurable driving record. Experience in behavioral health or substance use treatment is preferred but not required as on-the-job training is provided.

Key Skills

Crisis interventionDocumentationClient monitoringElectronic health recordsTeam collaborationCommunicationDaily living skills support

Behavioral Health Career Context

Of the 40 active Behavioral Health listings this role was benchmarked against, 57% have no call, 38% require no weekends.

Behavioral Health pay on WeekdayDoc is down 6.5% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).

The cost-of-living index for Ohio is 92.8 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$28k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $30k in an average-cost state. 61.3% of Ohio clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

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Work-Life Balance Distribution25 jobs · 15 employers

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Work-life snapshot

median 1.5this job 1.5
Better work-life than 50% of Behavioral Health listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 1,269 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

Living in Franklin

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$261k
Typical market rent
$1,259/mo
Residents’ average commute
23 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
95.4
State income tax
Up to 4%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026), Zillow market rents (Aug 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

BEA 2024 · Cincinnati, OH-KY-IN metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.

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About Community Health Alliance-Ohio

Mental Health Care
Hamilton, Ohio
51-200 employees

Benefits & Perks

Affordable medical, dental and vision insurance
Company paid Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA)
Generous paid time off (PTO) & paid holidays
Retirement plan with company match – up to 6%
Career ladder – opportunities for professional growth
Apprenticeship Program to obtain Associate's degree and LCDCII
Company paid life insurance