Behavioral Health Tech

Behavioral Health TechIncludes weekendsFull-Time

Listed compensation

$20-$22/hr

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Job Description

SeaView Community Services is seeking a dependable and compassionate Behavioral Health Technician (BHT) to support adults receiving services in our Adult Mental Health Residential Program.

The BHT provides direct support, supervision, skill-building, and encouragement to residents as they work toward greater stability, independence, and recovery. SeaView’s Adult Mental Health Residential Facility is a small, 7-bed program located in a peaceful wooded setting above the lagoon in Seward.

The home-like environment provides adults experiencing mental health challenges with a safe, structured, and supportive place to build stability, strengthen daily living skills, and work toward greater independence.

Staff provide 24-hour support in a setting that emphasizes recovery, wellness, community connection, and individualized care.

Essential Duties

  • Provide direct supervision and support to residents in a safe, structured environment.
  • Assist residents with daily living skills, routines, community activities, and treatment goals.
  • Build professional, supportive relationships while maintaining appropriate boundaries.
  • Observe and report changes in resident behavior, functioning, or safety concerns.
  • Support residents during periods of emotional distress using trauma-informed and de-escalation approaches.
  • Assist with transportation, activities, and medication-related processes as assigned and trained.
  • Complete accurate and timely documentation in the electronic health record.
  • Maintain a clean, safe, and therapeutic residential environment.
  • Participate in staff meetings, training, and supervision.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Why Seaview?

SeaView Community Services has served Seward and surrounding communities since 1972. We offer meaningful work, professional development, and opportunities to build a career in behavioral health while making a direct difference in the lives of the people we serve.

SCHEDULE: Residential services operate 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Positions may include day, evening, overnight, weekend, and holiday shifts.

Temporary Housing

Temporary Housing is available for this role. Please inquire within interview.

Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent.
  • Ability to work effectively with adults experiencing behavioral health challenges.
  • Strong communication, teamwork, and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to remain calm and professional in stressful situations.
  • Ability to complete required documentation and use basic computer systems.
  • Ability to successfully complete required background checks and training.
  • Valid driver's license and ability to meet SeaView driving requirements.

Key Responsibilities

The Behavioral Health Technician provides direct support, supervision, and skill-building to residents in a mental health residential program. They are responsible for documenting resident progress, assisting with daily living activities, and maintaining a safe, therapeutic environment.

Key Skills

Behavioral health supportCrisis de-escalationTrauma-informed careMedication assistanceSafety monitoringDaily living skills supportProfessional boundaries

Behavioral Health Career Context

Of the 40 active Behavioral Health listings this role was benchmarked against, 3% are remote, 55% have no call, 48% require no weekends.

Behavioral Health pay on WeekdayDoc is up 6.1% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).

The cost-of-living index for Alaska is 102.4 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$44k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $43k in an average-cost state. 58.9% of Alaska clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Location & Logistics

Alaska has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states. At the posted ~$44k midpoint, that is roughly $2k–$3k a year versus a typical 4–7% state rate.

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Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks15 jobs · 12 employers

401k / retirement match
100%
CME allowance
40%
Sign-on bonus
7%

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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 1,281 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

  • Includes weekends

Living in Seward

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$403k
Median resident rent
$1,132/mo
Residents’ average commute
12 min
State income tax
None
Sources & methodology

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

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

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About Seaview Community Services

Mental Health Care
Seward, Alaska
11-50 employees

Benefits & Perks

Temporary Housing Available