Behavioral Health Technician (75443)
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Compensation Intelligence
Industry estimates
100% below median for Correctional Mental Health in IL — negotiate
Job Description
About the Role
Join Centurion Health as a Behavioral Health Technician – M-F Schedule in United States. Job DetailsJob Location: Decatur Correctional Center - Decatur, IL 62524Position Type: Full-TimeEducation Level: Bachelor's DegreeJob Shift: DayJob Category: Medical Technician & SupportRate of Pay: $26.00 Per Hour to $27.
Key Responsibilities
- Behavioral Health Technicians, also assist in the preparation and maintenance of records and data management pertaining to the mental health treatment and scheduling of patients.
- This includes providing support for the operation of telepsychiatry services.
- Performs all duties as assigned by leadership and as directed by Centurion policy and procedure, as well as IDOC Directives, and Standard Operating Procedures.
Benefits & Compensation
- Salary: $26 - $27.61/hr
- 401(k) with employer match.
Work Schedule
- Full-Time position.
- No explicit call, weekend, or night shift information provided.
Apply to join Centurion Health as a Behavioral Health Technician – M-F Schedule.
Key Skills
Requirements
Position Insights
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Behavioral Health Technician (75443) at Centurion Health a 6.0 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the top 35% of all Correctional Mental Health physician listings evaluated on our platform. Contributing factors include no on-call duties, no weekend requirements.
This score reflects a generally positive work environment with some areas for improvement. Clinicians should evaluate scheduling and workload expectations carefully.
Correctional Mental Health — Physician Career Context
This Correctional Mental Health position at Centurion Health is open to physician candidates.
Physicians (MD/DO) are in high demand across healthcare settings, with growing interest in positions that offer sustainable schedules and reduced administrative burden.
Compensation Analysis
Stated compensation: $26.00 Per Hour.
This position also offers production-based compensation: $28 per hourly. Production bonuses can significantly increase total earnings above the stated base salary range.
Location & Logistics
This position is based in Canton, Illinois.
Why This Position Stands Out
- No on-call requirements — clinicians are completely off-duty after hours
- No weekend shifts — preserving personal and family time
- Transparent compensation ($0k–$0k)
Skills, Responsibilities & Benefits
Key skills and qualifications: Treatment Planning, Intervention Implementation, Therapeutic Support, Psychosocial Groups, Crisis Management, Social Rehabilitation, Leisure Activities, Patient Education. Candidates with experience in these areas may be especially well-suited for this Correctional Mental Health role.
Core responsibilities: The Behavioral Health Technician participates in weekly multidisciplinary treatment planning meetings and implements interventions for patients within a correctional mental health setting. Responsibilities include providing therapeutic support services, managing crises, running groups, and assisting...
Benefits package: Health insurance, Dental, Vision, Disability insurance, Life insurance, 401(k) with company match, Generous paid time off, Paid holidays. A comprehensive benefits package is an important factor in evaluating total compensation beyond base salary.
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Benefits & Perks
Work-Life Balance Score
Protective Factors (2)
No on-call (β=6.95; p<0.001 for ↓ exhaustion)
No weekends (57% ↓ work-life conflict)
Interpretation: Position shows moderate burnout protection with 2 validated protective factors.
Job Details
Employment Type
Full-time
Posted
1mo ago