Behavioral Healthcare Specialist - Mental Health Tech (All Shifts - PER DIEM)
Listed compensation
$23-$25/hr
The week · per this posting
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Job Description
- 8-hr shifts | PER-DIEM
- AM Shift | PM Shift | NOC Shift
- Weekend availability is Mandatory!
- We have openings for Behavioral Health Technician / Behavioral Health Specialist.
- Note that this is a Per-diem position.
What We Do
Charter Oak Hospital offers compassionate and individualized treatment for mental health and substance use disorders. We believe in a patient-centric approach, where every treatment plan is tailored to meet the specific needs of each person who walks through our doors.
What You’ll Do
Our Behavioral Health Specialists make a difference in the lives of our patients. Our dedicated professionals work tirelessly to create an environment that fosters healing, growth, and long-term wellness. This position provides direct patient care to patients with emotional or psychiatric disorders, accompanies and transports patients, participates in patient treatment plans, ensure safety and well-being of these patients and other duties as assigned.
- You will learn about the world of behavioral health and develop a lasting career in healthcare.
- Join us in making a meaningful impact in the lives of those we serve!
Aurora Charter Oak Hospital has been delivering Behavioral Health Treatment Services for over 83 years. We are located on 10 acres of beautifully landscaped grounds in Covina, California. Covina is about 22 miles east of downtown Los Angeles, in the San Gabriel Valley, close to 10, 60 and 210 FWY.
EEOC Employer. Aurora Charter Oak Hospital does not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, color, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, or age in admission, treatment, or participation in its programs, services and activities, or in employment.
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Education & Experience
- High school degree, GED or equivalent required
- Registered behavioral technician (RBT) experience is a PLUS
- Healthcare experience required
- Hospital experience highly preferred – Medical Assistant, Caregiver, Nursing Assistant
- Familiarity with medical and psychological terminology
- Basic knowledge of human behavior or principles of psychology
- Ability to maintain confidential information
- Ability to maintain professional boundaries and willingness to seek supervision in this regard
- Current BLS for healthcare provider card upon hire
- Therapeutic Options™ (TOT) to be obtained prior to providing direct patient care without a preceptor
- Pay range $23 - $25
- Per-diem
- 401(k)
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
Key Responsibilities
The Behavioral Health Specialist provides direct patient care to individuals with emotional or psychiatric disorders and participates in the development of patient treatment plans. They are also responsible for ensuring patient safety, accompanying patients, and assisting with transportation as needed.
Requirements
Candidates must have a high school diploma or GED and previous healthcare experience, with hospital experience being highly preferred. A current BLS for healthcare provider card is required upon hire, and familiarity with medical or psychological terminology is expected.
Key Skills
Healthcare Administration Career Context
Of the 40 active Healthcare Administration listings this role was benchmarked against, 25% are remote, 25% have no call, 68% require no weekends.
The cost-of-living index for California is 110.7 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 63.6% of California clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Cost of living | California index 110.7 | US average = 100BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Healthcare Administration listings in California | 10 active | 117 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 25% remote · 25% no call · 68% no weekends40 benchmarked listings |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | not stated | US healthcare professional listings (all specialties): 6% state a sign-on bonus (median $3k) · 5% offer loan repayment1,000 active listings, Nov 2026 |
| Healthcare Administration pay trend | +3.2% vs prior quarter | —through Oct 2026 |
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