Behavioral Health Technician BHT FT PT

Behavioral Health TechIncludes callFull-Time

Listed compensation

$17-$19/hr

The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed

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Posted 1mo ago

Job Description

Behavioral Health Technician (BHT)

Southern Live Oak Wellness (SLOW), LLC

About Us

Southern Live Oak Wellness (SLOW), LLC is an evidence-based, client-centered behavioral health organization offering PHP, Day and Evening IOP, Residential Treatment, and specialized inpatient services. We provide care across multiple levels of need in a warm, welcoming environment that meets clients where they are and empowers them to “be the great person they were always meant to be.”

Position Overview

The Behavioral Health Technician (BHT) is a vital member of the treatment team and works under the supervision of the Director of Housing and Transportation. This role is responsible for ensuring the safety, care, and well-being of clients, maintaining a supportive therapeutic environment, and accurately documenting client behaviors and progress.

This position is ideal for individuals who are passionate about mental health and want to grow within the field while making a meaningful impact in clients’ lives.

Schedule: 1st Shift: 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM

  • 2nd Shift: 3:00 PM – 11:30 PM
  • 3rd Shift: 11:00 PM – 7:30 AM

Employment Type: Full-Time

Part-Time

Compensation

  • Starting at $17.00/hour
  • Compensation is negotiable based on experience

Key Responsibilities

  • Monitor and ensure the safety and well-being of clients at all times
  • Provide direct support and supervision in a structured treatment environment
  • Assist clients with daily activities and adherence to program schedules
  • Observe and document client behaviors, mood, and progress accurately and timely
  • Support therapeutic interventions and reinforce treatment goals
  • De-escalate crisis situations using appropriate techniques and sound judgment
  • Maintain a clean, organized, and therapeutic milieu
  • Collaborate with multidisciplinary team members to support client care

Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent required (Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, Social Work, or related field preferred)

  • Previous experience in behavioral health, mental health, or healthcare setting preferred
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to remain calm and make sound decisions in high-pressure situations
  • CPR/First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain)
  • What We’re Looking For
  • Strong problem-solving skills
  • Ability to make sound decisions during crisis situations
  • A genuine passion for helping individuals in recovery
  • Interest in professional growth within the mental health field
  • Ability to thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced, and rewarding environment

Why Join SLOW?

  • Be part of a mission-driven organization making a real impact
  • Opportunity to work in a specialized eating disorder treatment setting
  • Supportive team environment with opportunities for growth and advancement
  • Meaningful, hands-on experience in behavioral health care
  • Join us in making a difference and helping individuals on their journey to recovery.

Qualifications

Education
Bachelor degree

Key Skills

Behavioral health supportCrisis de-escalationClient supervisionDocumentationSafety monitoring

Behavioral Health Career Context

Of the 40 active Behavioral Health listings this role was benchmarked against, 70% have no call, 63% require no weekends.

Behavioral Health pay on WeekdayDoc is down 1.0% vs. the prior quarter (through Oct 2026).

Behavioral Health by the numbers
MeasureThis jobMarket
Listed pay$35k–$40kBehavioral Health median $42k (middle half $37k–$47k)674 comparable listings, Nov 2026
Cost-of-living adjusted pay~$39k in purchasing powerGeorgia index 96.3 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Behavioral Health listings in Georgia22 active1,228 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 70% no call · 63% no weekends40 benchmarked listings
Sign-on & loan repaymentnot statedUS healthcare professional listings (all specialties): 4% state a sign-on bonus (median $3k) · 12% offer loan repayment1,000 active listings, Nov 2026
New Behavioral Health listings861 in the last 30 days503 the 30 days before (+71%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Behavioral Health pay trend−1.0% vs prior quarter—through Oct 2026
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index, BEA Regional Price Parities (2024); as of Nov 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

Top Behavioral Health Tech Jobs

24 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution

24 jobs · 21 employers
11
<$45k
10
$45k-55k
2
$55k-65k
1
$72k

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks

15 jobs
401k / retirement match
100%
CME allowance
33%
Sign-on bonus
13%
PSLF eligible
13%
Loan repayment
7%

Share of similar jobs offering each benefit

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$26.91-$28.58/hr
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Work-life snapshot

median 1.5this job 1.5
Below most Behavioral Health listings for work-life

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 1,195 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

  • Includes call

Living in Dunwoody

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$577k
Typical market rent
$1,754/mo
Residents’ average commute
25 min
State income tax
Up to 5.8%
Sources & methodology

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

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