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, Education, and Non-Profit & Social Services, with employers like RHA Health Services, UPMC, and MaineHealth hiring at this level now.
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Location Address:
8300 Constitution Ave NE Albuquerque, NM 87110-7613
Compensation Pay Range:
Minimum Offer $16.37 Maximum Offer $24.89
Summary
Build your Career. Make a Difference. Presbyterian is hiring a skilled Behavioral Health Tech. This position provides direct patient care, primarily those tasks requiring less technical nursing skills, under the direction of a Behavioral Health Specialist or registered nurse. How you grow, learn and thrive matters here.
- Educational and career development options, including tuition and certification reimbursement, scholarship opportunities
- Staff Safety (a wearable badge that allows nurses to quickly and discreetly call for help when safety is a concern)
- Differentials for night/weekend shifts, higher education, certifications and various lead roles (for eligible positions)
- Malpractice liability insurance
- Loan forgiveness through the New Mexico Higher Education Department
- EPIC electronic charting system
Type of Opportunity: Full time
FTE: 0.90
Job Exempt: No
Work Shift: 12 Hour Nights (United States of America)
Responsibilities:
The ideal candidate will bring specialized training or hands-on experience in direct patient care, demonstrating a strong foundation in clinical support and a commitment to compassionate service.
- Works as part of an interdisciplinary team to support patients with behavioral health conditions including substance use, PTSD, suicidal or homicidal ideation, mental instability, and trauma.
- Observes and documents patient mood, behavior, and interactions; completes rounds and precautionary checks; reports concerns to nursing staff.
- Assists patients with activities of daily living and performs delegated care tasks under the direction of a licensed nurse.
- Maintains a clean, organized, safe, and well-stocked patient care environment.
Qualifications
- Specialized training in basic patient care preferred (e.g. CNA, MA, military medical training, NA, NT, nursing student who has completed skills labs or has at least 6 months experience in direct patient care)
- High School Diploma or GED
- BLS Required at the time of Hire
We're all about well-being, starting with yours.
Presbyterian employees have access to a fun, engaging and unique wellness program, including free on-site and community-based gyms, nutrition coaching and classes, mindfulness and meditation resources, wellness challenges and more.
Learn more about our employee benefits.
About Presbyterian Healthcare Services
Presbyterian exists to improve the health of patients, members, and the communities we serve. We are locally owned, not-for-profit healthcare system of nine hospitals, a statewide health plan and a growing multi-specialty medical group. Founded in New Mexico in 1908, we are the state's largest private employer with nearly 14,000 employees - including more than 1600 providers and nearly 4,700 nurses.
Our health plan serves more than 580,000 members statewide and offers Medicare Advantage, Medicaid (Centennial Care) and Commercial health plans.
AA/EOE/VET/DISABLED. PHS is a drug-free and tobacco-free employer with smoke free campuses.
Compensation Disclaimer
The compensation range for this role takes into account a wide range of factors, including but not limited to experience and training, internal equity, and other business and organizational needs.
We're Determined to Support New Mexico's Well-Being | Presbyterian Healthcare Services
Location Address:
8300 Constitution Ave NE Albuquerque, NM 87110-7613
Compensation Pay Range:
Minimum Offer $16.37 Maximum Offer $24.89
Summary
Build your Career. Make a Difference. Presbyterian is hiring a skilled Behavioral Health Tech. This position provides direct patient care, primarily those tasks requiring less technical nursing skills, under the direction of a Behavioral Health Specialist or registered nurse. How you grow, learn and thrive matters here.
- Educational and career development options, including tuition and certification reimbursement, scholarship opportunities
- Staff Safety (a wearable badge that allows nurses to quickly and discreetly call for help when safety is a concern)
- Differentials for night/weekend shifts, higher education, certifications and various lead roles (for eligible positions)
- Malpractice liability insurance
- Loan forgiveness through the New Mexico Higher Education Department
- EPIC electronic charting system
Type of Opportunity: Full time
FTE: 0.90
Job Exempt: No
Work Shift: 12 Hour Nights (United States of America)
Responsibilities:
The ideal candidate will bring specialized training or hands-on experience in direct patient care, demonstrating a strong foundation in clinical support and a commitment to compassionate service.
- Works as part of an interdisciplinary team to support patients with behavioral health conditions including substance use, PTSD, suicidal or homicidal ideation, mental instability, and trauma.
- Observes and documents patient mood, behavior, and interactions; completes rounds and precautionary checks; reports concerns to nursing staff.
- Assists patients with activities of daily living and performs delegated care tasks under the direction of a licensed nurse.
- Maintains a clean, organized, safe, and well-stocked patient care environment.
Qualifications
- Specialized training in basic patient care preferred (e.g. CNA, MA, military medical training, NA, NT, nursing student who has completed skills labs or has at least 6 months experience in direct patient care)
- High School Diploma or GED
- BLS Required at the time of Hire
We're all about well-being, starting with yours.
Presbyterian employees have access to a fun, engaging and unique wellness program, including free on-site and community-based gyms, nutrition coaching and classes, mindfulness and meditation resources, wellness challenges and more.
Learn more about our employee benefits.
About Presbyterian Healthcare Services
Presbyterian exists to improve the health of patients, members, and the communities we serve. We are locally owned, not-for-profit healthcare system of nine hospitals, a statewide health plan and a growing multi-specialty medical group. Founded in New Mexico in 1908, we are the state's largest private employer with nearly 14,000 employees - including more than 1600 providers and nearly 4,700 nurses.
Our health plan serves more than 580,000 members statewide and offers Medicare Advantage, Medicaid (Centennial Care) and Commercial health plans.
AA/EOE/VET/DISABLED. PHS is a drug-free and tobacco-free employer with smoke free campuses.
Compensation Disclaimer
The compensation range for this role takes into account a wide range of factors, including but not limited to experience and training, internal equity, and other business and organizational needs.
We're Determined to Support New Mexico's Well-Being | Presbyterian Healthcare Services
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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 RHA Health Services, UPMC, and MaineHealth, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 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 10% of entry level behavioral health technician openings are remote or hybrid as of August 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, Education, and Non-Profit & Social Services, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 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.