Behavioral Health Technician Jobs in Kentucky
Behavioral Health Technician jobs in Kentucky are concentrated in residential treatment facilities, community mental health centers, and inpatient psychiatric and substance use disorder programs, with steady demand from entry-level roles through senior direct support positions. Louisville, Lexington, and Bowling Green lead hiring activity, anchored by large employers such as Seven Counties Services, Centerstone, and Baptist Health. The most consistently active specialties are substance use disorder support, crisis stabilization, and autism and developmental disability services. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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PERKS & PAY
- Non-Independently Licensed Pay – Up to an annual salary of $60,000 for full-time. This position is also eligible for monthly incentives based on monthly billable hours.
- Independently Licensed Pay – Up to an annual salary of $75,000 for full-time. This position is also eligible for monthly incentives based on monthly billable hours
- Potential for up to 12% annual contingency bonus
- Generous plan for paid time off (PTO) (Up to 16 days the first year)
- 10 Paid Holidays
- Individual and family insurance coverage: Various medical, vision, and dental plans to choose from
- HSA Employer match up to $1000, depending on plan
- 401(k) with employer match
- Professional Development
- FREE Supervision!
- Potential eligibility for student loan forgiveness through the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program
QUALIFICATIONS
- Master’s Degree or above in a clinical field of study related to behavioral health from an accredited institution. Licensed independently or willingness to obtain independent licensure while under supervision,
- Relevant education, training, experience, knowledge, and expertise to meet the needs of clients through individual, family, and group therapy, including but not limited to addressing trauma and promoting recovery of children with serious emotional disturbance and/or adults with serious mental illness.
- Knowledge of Housing First principles, trauma-informed care, homeless services systems, and housing resources preferred.
- Valid driver's license and ability to travel throughout the service area required.
- Ability to provide services in community and non-traditional treatment settings.
- Experience working with individuals experiencing homelessness, serious mental illness, substance use disorders, and/or co-occurring disorders preferred.
- Experience providing community-based behavioral health services, outreach, case management, or care coordination preferred.
JOB DUTIES
- Implement and maintain the Behavioral Healthcare program's philosophy, principles, and procedures in all facets of performance related to the assigned treatment program.
- Provide services and conduct oneself in a manner consistent with the professional Code of Conduct of NorthKey Community Care.
- Conduct street outreach, community-based engagement, and therapeutic outreach activities to identify, assess, and engage individuals experiencing homelessness and housing instability.
- Complete behavioral health assessments, diagnostic evaluations, treatment plans, and reassessments promptly and in accordance with organizational standards.
- Provide individual, family, and group therapy; crisis intervention; counseling; psychoeducation; and other clinically appropriate behavioral health services.
- Utilize evidence-based and trauma-informed practices to address mental health, substance use, co-occurring disorders, and barriers to recovery and housing stability.
- Engage clients in a structured, collaborative relationship that promotes recovery, empowerment, self-determination, and self-management of behavioral health conditions.
- Develop person-centered treatment plans based on client-identified needs, diagnoses, strengths, and recovery goals.
- Address trauma and promote recovery for adults with serious mental illness, substance use disorders, and co-occurring conditions.
- Collaborate with shelters, housing providers, healthcare organizations, social service agencies, and other community partners to support client recovery, stability, and housing outcomes.
- Participate in interdisciplinary staffing, care coordination, and case consultation meetings to identify needs, address service gaps, and coordinate appropriate services and referrals.
- Assist clients in accessing benefits, entitlements, healthcare, housing resources, and other community supports necessary to achieve treatment and recovery goals.
- Participate in SOAR-related efforts and collaborate with team members to support eligible clients in applying for SSI/SSDI and other benefits.
- Provide services in office, community, shelter, residential, and other field-based settings as clinically appropriate. Identify and address risks that may contribute to psychiatric hospitalization, emergency department utilization, continued homelessness, or loss of community functioning.
- Complete documentation, treatment records, and billing requirements accurately and within established timeframes.
- Participate in ongoing training and professional development activities related to behavioral health treatment, homelessness, outreach engagement, housing interventions, and care coordination, including traveling to training throughout the state as needed.
- Contribute to a culture of safety and quality by using data to support decision-making, improve services, and ensure positive outcomes.
- Other duties as assigned.
- Adhere responsibly to all NorthKey policies and procedures.
- Adhere to confidentiality in all matters pertaining to client information.
- Maximize efficiency and effective use of time in maintaining accurate and punctual time reporting.
- Attend internal meetings relating to responsibilities and duties.
- Maintain a professional and business-like manner in dealing with all internal staff, Board members, state and governmental staff, sub-contractors, and vendors of NorthKey.
- Represent NorthKey in a professionally appropriate manner
NORTHKEY COMMUNITY CARE - COMPANY OVERVIEW
Since 1966, NorthKey Community Care (NorthKey) has provided quality, evidence-based mental health, substance use, and developmental disabilities services to the Northern Kentucky region with the commitment to providing the right service, at the right time, and in the right place. With multiple convenient locations throughout the Northern Kentucky region (Kenton, Boone, Campbell, Grant, Carroll, Gallatin, Pendleton, and Owen counties), NorthKey offers a wide array of mental health, substance use, and developmental disabilities services unparalleled in the region. Join our team to help us fulfill our mission of Transforming Lives and Communities Through Excellence in Mental Health, Substance Use, and Developmental Disabilities Services!
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PERKS & PAY
- Non-Independently Licensed Pay – Up to an annual salary of $60,000 for full-time. This position is also eligible for monthly incentives based on monthly billable hours.
- Independently Licensed Pay – Up to an annual salary of $75,000 for full-time. This position is also eligible for monthly incentives based on monthly billable hours
- Potential for up to 12% annual contingency bonus
- Generous plan for paid time off (PTO) (Up to 16 days the first year)
- 10 Paid Holidays
- Individual and family insurance coverage: Various medical, vision, and dental plans to choose from
- HSA Employer match up to $1000, depending on plan
- 401(k) with employer match
- Professional Development
- FREE Supervision!
- Potential eligibility for student loan forgiveness through the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program
QUALIFICATIONS
- Master’s Degree or above in a clinical field of study related to behavioral health from an accredited institution. Licensed independently or willingness to obtain independent licensure while under supervision,
- Relevant education, training, experience, knowledge, and expertise to meet the needs of clients through individual, family, and group therapy, including but not limited to addressing trauma and promoting recovery of children with serious emotional disturbance and/or adults with serious mental illness.
- Knowledge of Housing First principles, trauma-informed care, homeless services systems, and housing resources preferred.
- Valid driver's license and ability to travel throughout the service area required.
- Ability to provide services in community and non-traditional treatment settings.
- Experience working with individuals experiencing homelessness, serious mental illness, substance use disorders, and/or co-occurring disorders preferred.
- Experience providing community-based behavioral health services, outreach, case management, or care coordination preferred.
JOB DUTIES
- Implement and maintain the Behavioral Healthcare program's philosophy, principles, and procedures in all facets of performance related to the assigned treatment program.
- Provide services and conduct oneself in a manner consistent with the professional Code of Conduct of NorthKey Community Care.
- Conduct street outreach, community-based engagement, and therapeutic outreach activities to identify, assess, and engage individuals experiencing homelessness and housing instability.
- Complete behavioral health assessments, diagnostic evaluations, treatment plans, and reassessments promptly and in accordance with organizational standards.
- Provide individual, family, and group therapy; crisis intervention; counseling; psychoeducation; and other clinically appropriate behavioral health services.
- Utilize evidence-based and trauma-informed practices to address mental health, substance use, co-occurring disorders, and barriers to recovery and housing stability.
- Engage clients in a structured, collaborative relationship that promotes recovery, empowerment, self-determination, and self-management of behavioral health conditions.
- Develop person-centered treatment plans based on client-identified needs, diagnoses, strengths, and recovery goals.
- Address trauma and promote recovery for adults with serious mental illness, substance use disorders, and co-occurring conditions.
- Collaborate with shelters, housing providers, healthcare organizations, social service agencies, and other community partners to support client recovery, stability, and housing outcomes.
- Participate in interdisciplinary staffing, care coordination, and case consultation meetings to identify needs, address service gaps, and coordinate appropriate services and referrals.
- Assist clients in accessing benefits, entitlements, healthcare, housing resources, and other community supports necessary to achieve treatment and recovery goals.
- Participate in SOAR-related efforts and collaborate with team members to support eligible clients in applying for SSI/SSDI and other benefits.
- Provide services in office, community, shelter, residential, and other field-based settings as clinically appropriate. Identify and address risks that may contribute to psychiatric hospitalization, emergency department utilization, continued homelessness, or loss of community functioning.
- Complete documentation, treatment records, and billing requirements accurately and within established timeframes.
- Participate in ongoing training and professional development activities related to behavioral health treatment, homelessness, outreach engagement, housing interventions, and care coordination, including traveling to training throughout the state as needed.
- Contribute to a culture of safety and quality by using data to support decision-making, improve services, and ensure positive outcomes.
- Other duties as assigned.
- Adhere responsibly to all NorthKey policies and procedures.
- Adhere to confidentiality in all matters pertaining to client information.
- Maximize efficiency and effective use of time in maintaining accurate and punctual time reporting.
- Attend internal meetings relating to responsibilities and duties.
- Maintain a professional and business-like manner in dealing with all internal staff, Board members, state and governmental staff, sub-contractors, and vendors of NorthKey.
- Represent NorthKey in a professionally appropriate manner
NORTHKEY COMMUNITY CARE - COMPANY OVERVIEW
Since 1966, NorthKey Community Care (NorthKey) has provided quality, evidence-based mental health, substance use, and developmental disabilities services to the Northern Kentucky region with the commitment to providing the right service, at the right time, and in the right place. With multiple convenient locations throughout the Northern Kentucky region (Kenton, Boone, Campbell, Grant, Carroll, Gallatin, Pendleton, and Owen counties), NorthKey offers a wide array of mental health, substance use, and developmental disabilities services unparalleled in the region. Join our team to help us fulfill our mission of Transforming Lives and Communities Through Excellence in Mental Health, Substance Use, and Developmental Disabilities Services!
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What Kentucky Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in behavioral health technician jobs across Kentucky.
- High school diploma or GED recognized by the Kentucky Department of Education
- Current CPR and first aid certification from an accredited provider
- Experience working in a behavioral health, psychiatric, or human services setting
- Ability to pass a Kentucky Cabinet for Health and Family Services background check
- Familiarity with crisis intervention techniques such as CPI or verbal de-escalation
- Valid Kentucky driver's license for roles requiring community-based client transport
Behavioral Health Technician Jobs in Kentucky: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a behavioral health technician in Kentucky?
A high school diploma or equivalent is the baseline requirement, and most Kentucky employers also require CPR certification before your start date. Kentucky does not issue a state license specifically for behavioral health technicians, but many employers require or prefer candidates to complete a registered behavior technician credential through the Behavior Analyst Certification Board. Community mental health centers often provide on-the-job training aligned with Kentucky's Cabinet for Health and Family Services standards.
Which companies hire behavioral health technicians in Kentucky?
Employers hiring behavioral health technicians in Kentucky right now include Humana, Mercy Health, and Lumera Healthcare, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Kentucky's network of regional community mental health centers, state-operated psychiatric facilities, and nonprofit residential providers makes up a large share of consistent long-term hiring across the state.
Which Kentucky cities have the most behavioral health technician jobs?
Paducah, Louisville, and Lexington have the most behavioral health technician openings in Kentucky. Louisville drives the largest share because it is home to the state's biggest hospital systems and a dense cluster of community mental health and residential treatment organizations, while Lexington and other cities with major university medical centers or state psychiatric hospital campuses generate steady demand in their own right.
Are there remote behavioral health technician jobs in Kentucky?
Yes, but they're rare. The core duties of a behavioral health technician involve direct, in-person support with clients in residential, clinical, or community settings, which limits remote options significantly. About 20% of behavioral health technician openings tied to Kentucky are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, and the positions that do qualify for remote work are typically limited to telehealth coordination, administrative case support, or training roles rather than direct client care.
How can I get hired as a behavioral health technician in Kentucky with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying to direct support professional or mental health associate roles at Kentucky community mental health centers, which routinely hire candidates without prior clinical experience and provide structured onboarding and paid training. Organizations such as Seven Counties Services and Comprehend in northeastern Kentucky run new-hire orientation programs that cover de-escalation, documentation, and state compliance requirements. Completing a registered behavior technician course before applying, even without the formal credential, gives candidates a clear edge over other entry-level applicants.
Where can I find and apply to behavioral health technician jobs in Kentucky?
You can find and apply to behavioral health technician jobs in Kentucky on Migrate Mate, which lists current Kentucky openings from employers actively hiring right now. Search the listings to find roles that match your experience, location preference, and specialty area, then apply directly to the ones that fit.
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