Behavioral Health Technician

Behavioral Health TechFull-Time

Listed compensation

$24.72-$26.92/hr

The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed

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Posted 48m ago · Verified live

Job Description

Job Definition

The Behavioral Health Technician to provide direct service and support as part of a multi-disciplinary team working within a 24-hour, 7 day a week, 365 crisis stabilization program assessing Mental Health and Substance Use Disorders.

Educational Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent required.

Experience Required

Six months of related experience required; experience in an acute, psychiatric setting preferred.

Duties and Responsibilities

  • Greet and engage with incoming clients.
  • Assist clients around the ICSC including directing them to the locker rooms, assisting with and laundry.
  • Help clients participate in recreational activities.
  • Provide a clean, safe, and comfortable environment by assisting in cleanup after client's treatment rooms and recreational areas.
  • Ensure the health and safety of staff and clients in emergency situations.

Assess situations to determine importance, urgency/risks, and make clear decisions which are timely and in the best interests of the organization.

Facilitate sharing of data with the individuals to whom it applies to facilitate partnered decision-making and to keep clients informed of progress

Complete QI Training during onboarding and participate in QI refresher training as needed.

Ability to cultivate a culture of inclusion for all employees that respects their individual strengths, views and experiences. A Culture that makes better decisions, drives innovation, and delivers better business results.

Adherence to all safety protocols and procedures to ensure a safe working environment for all employees. Demonstrate a commitment to maintaining a safe work environment by following established safety guidelines.

Health and Safety Awareness: Include any relevant knowledge or experience regarding health and safety protocols to ensure a safe work environment for all employees.

Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

We offer an attractive and competitive benefits package for full time employees which includes but not limited to:

  • Medical
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • $0 Deductible Platinum Plus Medical Insurance Plan - 90% Employer Provided Benefit
  • Flexible Spending Account
  • 403(b) retirement plan
  • Long Term and Short Term Disability
  • Legal Plan
  • Dependent Care Expense Account
  • Life Insurance/Supplemental Life Insurance
  • Pet Insurance
  • HRA
  • Training programs including a Mentorship program
  • Employees may be eligible for Federal/Public Student Loan Forgiveness
  • Career growth and Promotional opportunities
  • Employee Perks and Discounts to Broadway shows and more
  • 5 Personal Days, 10-20 Vacation Days, 12 Sick Days, 12 Company Paid Holidays-yearly and so much more
  • If interested please apply via this ad or fax your resume to HR DIRECTOR, CAROL OTERO at 516-396-0553.
  • CN Guidance & Counseling Services, inspires and catalyzes recovery for people living with mental health and substance use conditions through innovative and person-centered integrated clinical treatment, counseling, housing, and support services.
  • Awarded Newsday/Dan papers Top Long Island Work Place 2019-2025, 7 years in a row.
  • Every job and every team at our agency plays a role in helping other Long Islanders live healthy and fulfilling lives.
  • Engage your passion and CHOOSE a career & employer where you can use your vital energy to make a difference.

It is the policy of CN Guidance and Counseling Services, Inc. to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, marital status, citizenship, national origin, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. CN Guidance and Counseling Services, Inc. prohibits any such discrimination or harassment.'

Key Responsibilities

Welcome and support clients in a 24/7 crisis stabilization program, assisting with daily needs, laundry, recreational activities, and maintaining clean, safe treatment and recreation areas. Assess urgency and risks, respond to emergencies, share relevant progress information with clients, and participate in quality improvement and safety practices.

Requirements

A high school diploma or equivalent and at least six months of related experience are required; experience in an acute psychiatric setting is preferred. The role also requires sound judgment in urgent situations, commitment to health and safety, and the ability to contribute to an inclusive, multidisciplinary team.

Key Skills

Client EngagementDirect Client SupportMental Health SupportSubstance Use Disorder SupportRisk AssessmentEmergency ResponseRecreational Activity SupportLaundry AssistanceEnvironmental CleaningData Sharing

Behavioral Health Career Context

Of the 40 active Behavioral Health listings this role was benchmarked against, 3% are remote, 63% have no call, 45% require no weekends.

Behavioral Health pay on WeekdayDoc is down 3.0% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).

The cost-of-living index for New York is 107.9 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$54k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $50k in an average-cost state. 64.6% of New York clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

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Annual compensation range

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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 1,305 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

Living in Hicksville

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$788k
Typical market rent
$3,805/mo
Residents’ average commute
34 min
State income tax
Up to 10.9%
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.

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About CN Guidance and Counseling Services

Mental Health Care
Hicksville, New York
51-200 employees

Benefits & Perks

Medical
Dental
Vision
$0 Deductible Platinum Plus Medical Insurance Plan - 90% Employer Provided Benefit
Flexible Spending Account
403(b) retirement plan
Long Term and Short Term Disability
Legal Plan