Behavioral Health Technician (BHT)
Listed compensation
$18.50/hr
The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed
Ask the employer about the work setting, call expectations, nights and shift pattern and time off.
Job Description
Behavioral Health Technician
Located in PRESCOTT VALLEY, ARIZONA
$2,000 Signing Bonus AND Retention Bonus!!!
Salary: $18.50 base salary + $2-$3 shift differential
Shifts Available
7am-3pm AND 3pm-11pm + weekend availability
Behavioral Health Technician Perks
- Competitive and Affordable Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
- 401K
Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) including holidays and birthday Paid Parental Leave Tuition Reimbursement DailyPay- access a portion of your base wages in advance And More!
Behavioral Health Technician Qualifications
- Must be at least 21 years old.
- Must be able to pass a thorough background check, and obtain a Level 1 Fingerprint Clearance Card.
- Education/Experience: High school diploma or GED required, plus a minimum of two (2) years of combined education and/or relevant experience in human services, behavioral health, social services, or a related field.
- Experience working with youth and/or in behavioral health settings preferred.
Behavioral Health Technician Responsibilities
- Maintain safety, accountability and security of campus.
- Teach, coach and supervise students in activities of daily living including morning, bedtime and overnight procedures, hygiene and cleanliness, housekeeping, meals, intramurals, sports, academics, and extracurricular activities both on and off campus.
- Observe the peer culture for patterns of behavior indicating progress or regression in the program.
- Observe individual student behavior over time and recognize progress towards treatment goals.
- Effectively communicate, both written and orally.
- Follow and implement individual treatment plans for all students.
- Recognize escalating behaviors and intervene at the appropriate level to ensure safety and security.
About Mingus Mountain Youth Treatment Center
Residential Behavioral Health | Adolescent Treatment | Trauma-Informed Care | Arizona Nonprofit Mingus Mountain Youth Treatment Center (MMYTC) is a nonprofit residential behavioral health treatment center serving adolescents with serious emotional, behavioral, and substance use disorders.
Located in Arizona, we provide structured, trauma-informed, and clinically sophisticated care for youth who require intensive therapeutic support.
MMYTC staff routinely treat vulnerable youth who have survived abuse, neglect and exploitation in their communities, which provides a unique opportunity for staff to provide life-saving care.
Our multidisciplinary team includes licensed therapists, behavioral health technicians, nurses, case managers, educators, and direct care professionals who work together to create safe, therapeutic environments where youth can stabilize, heal, and build lifelong skills.
Why Work at MMYTC?
If you’re looking for meaningful work in behavioral health, residential treatment, youth services, or mental health care, MMYTC offers the opportunity to make a direct and lasting impact.
We Are Committed To
v Trauma-informed, strengths-based treatment approaches v Collaborative, team-oriented clinical care v Professional growth and internal advancement v Ethical, mission-driven nonprofit service v A safe, structured residential environment Whether you are an experienced licensed clinician (LCSW, LPC, LMFT), behavioral health technician, psychiatric nurse, case manager, special education teacher, or entry-level direct care staff, you’ll be part of a team that values compassion, accountability, and excellence.
Our Clinical Model
Our Evidence-based Programming Integrates
v Individual, group, and family therapy v Psychiatric evaluation and medication management v Substance use disorder treatment v Specialized care for youth who are survivors of sexual exploitation v Skills development and behavior management v Accredited educational services v Discharge planning and community reintegration We serve adolescents with complex trauma histories, mood disorders, behavioral disorders, co-occurring substance use, and other mental health diagnoses requiring 24/7 therapeutic support.
Our Workplace Culture
At MMYTC, we recognize that strong outcomes for youth begin with supported, empowered staff.
We emphasize: v Clear leadership communication v Clinical supervision and mentorship v Ongoing training and certification opportunities v Team collaboration across residential, clinical, and education departments v A mission-driven culture focused on safety and growth MMYTC believes that responsible organizations support the physical, psychological, emotional and moral needs of their staff, including through providing comprehensive employee benefit options.
We are proud to provide competitive and affordable employee benefits that are customizable to each employee’s needs.
Join Our Team
If you are passionate about adolescent behavioral health, residential treatment, trauma-informed care, and making a difference in Arizona communities, we invite you to explore career opportunities at Mingus Mountain Youth Treatment Center. Together, we help youth build resilience, restore stability, and create brighter futures.
Key Responsibilities
The Behavioral Health Technician maintains campus safety and security while supervising students in daily living activities. They also observe student behavior to track progress toward treatment goals and implement individual treatment plans.
Requirements
Candidates must be at least 21 years old and possess a high school diploma or GED. A minimum of two years of education or relevant experience in human services or behavioral health is required, along with a Level 1 Fingerprint Clearance Card.
Qualifications
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Key Skills
Behavioral Health Career Context
Of the 40 active Behavioral Health listings this role was benchmarked against, 70% have no call, 43% require no weekends.
Behavioral Health pay on WeekdayDoc is down 5.0% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Listed pay | $40k | Behavioral Health median $41k (middle half $37k–$49k)34 comparable listings, Oct 2026 |
| Cost-of-living adjusted pay | ~$39k in purchasing power | Arizona index 100.7 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Behavioral Health listings in Arizona | 86 active | 1,328 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 70% no call · 43% no weekends40 benchmarked listings |
| Behavioral Health pay trend | −5.0% vs prior quarter | —through Sep 2026 |
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