Entry Level Behavioral Health Technician Jobs
New grad behavioral health technician jobs welcome recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where a strong internship or hands-on clinical hours can matter more than a long resume. Most openings are on-site roles across Healthcare & Medical Services, Insurance, and Government & Public Sector, with employers like Optum, RHA Health Services, and Ascension hiring at this level now.
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INTRODUCTION
This posting will be used for ongoing recruitment and may close at any time. Applicant lists may be screened more than once.
ABOUT THE JOB
This position will provide inpatient treatment in the adolescent treatment center. The incumbent is responsible for all phases of treatment including assessments, individual, group and family therapy, case management and representation at legal proceedings and at the time of discharge. The position requires extensive planning, documentation, reporting and working closely with Children Youth and Families Department (CYFD) and Juvenile Justice System (JJS) providers. Incumbent will work with individuals who may exhibit violent behavior.
HOW DOES IT GET DONE?
Crisis Prevention Intervention and Trauma Informed Care are the cornerstone of treatment at Sequoyah Adolescent Treatment Center. De-escalation techniques and coping mechanisms are offered to residents and life skills are taught to assist with success upon discharge.
WHO ARE THE CUSTOMERS?
Our facility is a secure facility which serves the needs of adolescent males age 13-17 with a history of violence and aggression.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Licensure in New Mexico as an LMSW, LISW, LMHC, LMFT, LPCC, LCSW, or LPAT and one (1) year of experience as it pertains to the essential duties and responsibilities of the classification. Any combination of education from an accredited college or university in a related field above licensure requirements and/or direct experience in this occupation totaling one (1) year may substitute for the required experience.
EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS
Must possess and maintain a valid Driver's License. Pre-employment background investigation is required and is conditional pending results. Must maintain licensure in New Mexico as an LMSW, LISW, LMHC, LMFT, LPCC, LCSW, or LPAT.
WORKING CONDITIONS
Work is performed in an adolescent treatment center, with exposure to mentally and/or behaviorally challenged residents, who may exhibit unpredictable behaviors. This position may work in an office setting using related office equipment, with exposure to Visual Video Display Terminal and extensive personal computer and phone usage. Pushing, pulling, lifting and/or carrying.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
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Agency Contact Information: Yvette Fournier, (505) 222-0303, Email
For information on Statutory Requirements for this position, click the Classification Description link on the job advertisement.
BARGAINING UNIT POSITION
This position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement and all terms/conditions of that agreement apply and must be adhered to.
INTRODUCTION
This posting will be used for ongoing recruitment and may close at any time. Applicant lists may be screened more than once.
ABOUT THE JOB
This position will provide inpatient treatment in the adolescent treatment center. The incumbent is responsible for all phases of treatment including assessments, individual, group and family therapy, case management and representation at legal proceedings and at the time of discharge. The position requires extensive planning, documentation, reporting and working closely with Children Youth and Families Department (CYFD) and Juvenile Justice System (JJS) providers. Incumbent will work with individuals who may exhibit violent behavior.
HOW DOES IT GET DONE?
Crisis Prevention Intervention and Trauma Informed Care are the cornerstone of treatment at Sequoyah Adolescent Treatment Center. De-escalation techniques and coping mechanisms are offered to residents and life skills are taught to assist with success upon discharge.
WHO ARE THE CUSTOMERS?
Our facility is a secure facility which serves the needs of adolescent males age 13-17 with a history of violence and aggression.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Licensure in New Mexico as an LMSW, LISW, LMHC, LMFT, LPCC, LCSW, or LPAT and one (1) year of experience as it pertains to the essential duties and responsibilities of the classification. Any combination of education from an accredited college or university in a related field above licensure requirements and/or direct experience in this occupation totaling one (1) year may substitute for the required experience.
EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS
Must possess and maintain a valid Driver's License. Pre-employment background investigation is required and is conditional pending results. Must maintain licensure in New Mexico as an LMSW, LISW, LMHC, LMFT, LPCC, LCSW, or LPAT.
WORKING CONDITIONS
Work is performed in an adolescent treatment center, with exposure to mentally and/or behaviorally challenged residents, who may exhibit unpredictable behaviors. This position may work in an office setting using related office equipment, with exposure to Visual Video Display Terminal and extensive personal computer and phone usage. Pushing, pulling, lifting and/or carrying.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
Do you know what Total Compensation is? Click here
Agency Contact Information: Yvette Fournier, (505) 222-0303, Email
For information on Statutory Requirements for this position, click the Classification Description link on the job advertisement.
BARGAINING UNIT POSITION
This position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement and all terms/conditions of that agreement apply and must be adhered to.
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Entry Level Behavioral Health Technician Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level behavioral health technician job?
Entry level behavioral health technician employers look for candidates who have completed a relevant program in psychology, social work, or human services, along with any hands-on hours from clinical placements or volunteer work. A registered behavior technician credential or documented direct-support experience gives candidates a clear edge. Applying to residential treatment centers, outpatient clinics, and school-based programs tends to yield the most openings for candidates with little formal work history.
Which companies hire entry level behavioral health technicians?
Companies hiring entry level behavioral health technicians right now include Optum, RHA Health Services, and Ascension, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Hiring at this level comes primarily from behavioral health networks, residential care providers, and community mental health organizations that train new staff on their specific client populations and protocols.
Are there remote entry level behavioral health technician jobs?
Yes, though most roles at this level involve direct client contact and are on-site. About 16% of entry level behavioral health technician openings are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, with remote positions more common in telehealth support, crisis line assistance, and administrative coordination roles that do not require in-person care delivery.
Are these new grad behavioral health technician jobs?
Yes, the listings on this page include new grad, recent graduate, and junior behavioral health technician roles. A posting is new-grad friendly when it explicitly welcomes zero to two years of experience, counts internships or supervised clinical hours toward requirements, or accepts a portfolio of relevant coursework and volunteer work in place of full-time professional history.
Which industries hire the most entry level behavioral health technicians?
Entry Level behavioral health technician roles concentrate in Healthcare & Medical Services, Insurance, and Government & Public Sector, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. These sectors drive hiring at this level because they rely on high staff-to-client ratios and consistently bring in new graduates to fill direct-support and technician roles as experienced staff advance.