Behavioral Health Technician

Behavioral Health TechFull-Time

Listed compensation

$19-$21/hr

The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed

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Job Description

Join a Team That Changes Lives—Including Yours!

Northstar Behavioral Health Network is a team of professionals that specialize in serving those battling substance use disorders, specifically Opioid Use Disorder and Stimulant Use Disorder. Also specializing in those needing Intensive Residential Treatment Services (IRTS).

At Northstar Behavioral Health, we don’t just treat addiction—we transform lives. Our mission is to provide compassionate, expert care for individuals battling opioid and stimulant addiction through a multi-faceted treatment approach. But what truly sets us apart? Our people!

We believe in fostering a work environment where growth, community, and passion thrive. That means: Exciting Team Events – We celebrate our hardworking staff with engaging gatherings, fostering connections beyond the workplace.

Commitment to Community – From volunteering events to local engagement initiatives, we actively give back to the community we serve. Opportunities for Career Growth – With our expanding network of over 200 clients and growing, we provide the support and tools for you to thrive professionally.

A Culture of Support – Join a team that understands the importance of a workplace built on integrity, compassion, and collaboration.

Benefits

We provide a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, well-being, and financial future, including:

  • Medical Insurance
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • HSA
  • Dependent Care
  • 401k & Company match
  • Short and long term disability
  • EAP
  • Paid holidays
  • Paid Time off
  • Supportive and dedicated work environment
  • Essential duties and responsibilities include the following (other duties may be assigned):
  • Administer client medications and documents accordingly.
  • Maintain current knowledge of house and client activities.
  • Transport clients to and from appointments, intake pickups, discharge drop-offs, etc.
  • Ensure all passengers in the vehicle are compliant, safe, and non-volatile.
  • Plan work tasks to coincide with programming requirements.

Set priorities in monitoring clients, making house rounds, documentation of pertinent information and completion of other assignments.

Highly dependable and can be counted on to work independently, having the ability to work with little direction.

Maintain an up-to-date knowledge of program philosophy and policies and procedures, 245G requirements, house operations, including client rights and confidentiality.

  • Assist counselors with intake/admission procedures, orientation of new clients and co-workers.
  • Encourage clients to achieve their goals by functioning as a positive role model.
  • Participate in client recreational activities with a positive attitude.
  • Serve as a resource for clients through knowledge of services and opportunities in the community.
  • Documentation of client information in the communications log and completion of other forms.
  • Objectively document client related topics in client files and communication logs.

Be diplomatic and exhibiting sensitivity toward other staff and client’s feelings, needs, values, and opinions.

Complete clerical assignments such as faxing, copying programming materials, stocking packets/forms, typing documents in Word and updating Excel spreadsheets.

  • Assist in food preparation, and household cleaning duties as needed.
  • Adhere to attendance and absence policies.
  • Punctual in reporting for work and shift change reports.
  • Participate in rotational and/or off-shift schedules, including a holiday rotation schedule, as applicable.
  • Able to work additional hours/off-shift as needed.

Requirements

  • Valid Driver’s License with acceptable driving record
  • CPR/First Aid Certification or attain within 30 days of employment
  • Must be able to pass a background check
  • Knowledge of all MN Statutes related to providing services for the population NBHN serves, and willingness to learn, understand, and carry out regulations with integrity
  • Must understand and follow NBH's Drug and Alcohol Policy
  • Must be at least 18 years old.
  • Proficient computer skills, including knowledge in MS Office, and Google Suite programs

Key Responsibilities

The Behavioral Health Technician is responsible for administering client medications, documenting client activities, and transporting clients to appointments. They also assist with intake procedures, maintain a safe environment, and perform general household and clerical tasks.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure

Key Skills

Medication AdministrationClient MonitoringTransportationCrisis InterventionRecord KeepingClerical SupportTime ManagementComputer Literacy

Healthcare Professional Career Context

The cost-of-living index for Minnesota is 98.6 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$42k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $42k in an average-cost state. 63.4% of Minnesota clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Of the 40 active healthcare listings this role was benchmarked against, 78% have no call, 53% require no weekends.

What does the healthcare market look like in Minnesota?
MeasureThis jobMarket
Listed pay$40k–$44khealthcare median $45k (middle half $42k–$54k)23 comparable listings, Nov 2026
Cost-of-living adjusted pay~$42k in purchasing powerMinnesota index 98.6 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
healthcare listings in Minnesota25 active1,599 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 78% no call · 53% no weekends40 benchmarked listings
Sign-on & loan repaymentnot statedUS healthcare professional listings: 5% state a sign-on bonus (median $3k) · 12% offer loan repayment1,000 active listings, Nov 2026
healthcare pay trend−2.3% 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

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Salary Distribution

25 jobs · 20 employers
7
<$40k
14
$40k-50k
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$50k-60k

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks

15 jobs
401k / retirement match
100% this job
CME allowance
27%
Sign-on bonus
20%
PSLF eligible
13%
Loan repayment
7%

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Work-life snapshot

1.5/ 10
Listing-based score
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About Northstar Behavioral Health Network

Hospitals and Health Care
Maplewood, Minnesota
51-200 employees

Benefits & Perks

Medical Insurance
Dental
Vision
HSA
Dependent Care
401k & Company match
Short and long term disability
EAP

Living in Maplewood

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$332k
Typical market rent
$1,488/mo
Residents’ average commute
22 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
104.8
State income tax
Up to 9.8%
Sources & methodology

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

BEA 2024 · Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington, MN-WI metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

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