Behavioral Health Technician Jobs in Maine
Behavioral Health Technician jobs in Maine are in steady demand, concentrated in community mental health centers, residential treatment facilities, and hospital behavioral health units, with openings for entry-level aides through senior direct-support roles. Portland, Bangor, and Augusta drive the most hiring activity, anchored by employers like MaineHealth, Acadia Hospital, and Sweetser. The most sought-after specialties are crisis intervention, substance use disorder support, and autism spectrum services. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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Northern Light Acadia Hospital in Bangor, Maine is seeking a full-time Neuropsychologist to join our established and highly regarded Developmental Psychology Assessment Services team. This is an exceptional opportunity to practice within a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment dedicated to providing comprehensive neuropsychological assessment and consultation services across the lifespan. In this role, you will work closely with colleagues in neurology, psychiatry, primary care, and other specialties in both outpatient and inpatient settings.
Position Highlights:
- Flexible scheduling options with a four- or five-day work week, totaling 40 hours/week
- Opportunity to work with your preferred patient population and age range; clinic serves patients from 2.5 to 100 years of age
- Collaborate with adult psychiatry and family medicine residents as well as medical students
- Strong referral network and close partnerships with primary care, neurology, and psychiatry teams
- Teaching and research opportunities are available for candidates interested in academic involvement and professional development
- Supportive practice environment that values clinical excellence, collegiality, and work/life balance
Compensation Information:
- $109,366.40-$168,979.20 annual base salary.
- The compensation range listed reflects the range Northern Light Health anticipates relying on in setting the wages for the position. The range may not necessarily include all additional compensation elements available, including but not limited to call pay, leadership stipends, etc.
Why Join Northern Light Acadia Hospital?
- Comprehensive benefits including generous paid time off, employer-matched retirement plan, and much more
- Outstanding student loan reimbursement program designed to support long-term financial wellness
- Sign-on bonus and relocation assistance available
- Annual CEU allowance to support ongoing professional growth
- Flexible schedule options to promote an excellent work-life balance
- Collegial, team-based environment within a respected behavioral health organization
Northern Light Acadia Hospital is an acute care, regional psychiatric teaching hospital that is the hub of a comprehensive behavioral health service line within Northern Light Health. We serve communities throughout the state and provide inpatient and outpatient behavioral health care for children, teens, and adults while specializing in the treatment of mental illness and substance use disorders. In addition, we offer innovative programming in the form of behavioral health home, integrated behavioral healthcare in primary care practices, general hospital psychiatry, and an extensive telepsychiatry network. We are the only New England partner for the Hazelden Betty Ford Foundation.
For more information, please contact:
Kayla Rodriguez, CPRP
ProviderCareers@northernlight.org
Call 207.973.5358 or text Neuropsychologist to 207.560.0133
Northern Light Acadia Hospital in Bangor, Maine is seeking a full-time Neuropsychologist to join our established and highly regarded Developmental Psychology Assessment Services team. This is an exceptional opportunity to practice within a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment dedicated to providing comprehensive neuropsychological assessment and consultation services across the lifespan. In this role, you will work closely with colleagues in neurology, psychiatry, primary care, and other specialties in both outpatient and inpatient settings.
Position Highlights:
- Flexible scheduling options with a four- or five-day work week, totaling 40 hours/week
- Opportunity to work with your preferred patient population and age range; clinic serves patients from 2.5 to 100 years of age
- Collaborate with adult psychiatry and family medicine residents as well as medical students
- Strong referral network and close partnerships with primary care, neurology, and psychiatry teams
- Teaching and research opportunities are available for candidates interested in academic involvement and professional development
- Supportive practice environment that values clinical excellence, collegiality, and work/life balance
Compensation Information:
- $109,366.40-$168,979.20 annual base salary.
- The compensation range listed reflects the range Northern Light Health anticipates relying on in setting the wages for the position. The range may not necessarily include all additional compensation elements available, including but not limited to call pay, leadership stipends, etc.
Why Join Northern Light Acadia Hospital?
- Comprehensive benefits including generous paid time off, employer-matched retirement plan, and much more
- Outstanding student loan reimbursement program designed to support long-term financial wellness
- Sign-on bonus and relocation assistance available
- Annual CEU allowance to support ongoing professional growth
- Flexible schedule options to promote an excellent work-life balance
- Collegial, team-based environment within a respected behavioral health organization
Northern Light Acadia Hospital is an acute care, regional psychiatric teaching hospital that is the hub of a comprehensive behavioral health service line within Northern Light Health. We serve communities throughout the state and provide inpatient and outpatient behavioral health care for children, teens, and adults while specializing in the treatment of mental illness and substance use disorders. In addition, we offer innovative programming in the form of behavioral health home, integrated behavioral healthcare in primary care practices, general hospital psychiatry, and an extensive telepsychiatry network. We are the only New England partner for the Hazelden Betty Ford Foundation.
For more information, please contact:
Kayla Rodriguez, CPRP
ProviderCareers@northernlight.org
Call 207.973.5358 or text Neuropsychologist to 207.560.0133
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Behavioral Health Technician Job Market in Maine
A snapshot from current Maine openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- MaineHealth27
- MaineGeneral Health4
- Brett DiNovi & Associates4
- LifeStance Health2
- Prime Healthcare Services2
Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services
What Maine Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in behavioral health technician jobs across Maine.
- High school diploma or GED recognized by a Maine educational authority
- Current CPR and first aid certification from an approved provider
- Experience supporting individuals with mental health or substance use challenges
- Ability to pass a Maine background check and fingerprinting requirement
- Familiarity with electronic health records and behavioral documentation systems
- Valid Maine driver's license and reliable transportation for community-based work
Behavioral Health Technician Jobs in Maine: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a behavioral health technician in Maine?
Maine does not require a state-issued license specific to the behavioral health technician title, but most employers require a high school diploma, a clean background check, and current CPR certification before hire. Many larger providers also expect or sponsor completion of the Community Health Worker credential offered through the Maine Primary Care Association, which strengthens candidacy for advancement. Residential and crisis settings often provide paid on-the-job training before independent patient contact.
Which companies hire behavioral health technicians in Maine?
Employers hiring behavioral health technicians in Maine right now include MaineHealth, MaineGeneral Health, and Brett DiNovi & Associates, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. Maine's community mental health and residential treatment sector is deeply network-driven, so providers like Acadia Hospital, MaineHealth Behavioral Health, and Sweetser have consistent year-round hiring pipelines across multiple county locations.
Which Maine cities have the most behavioral health technician jobs?
The cities with the most behavioral health technician openings in Maine are Westbrook, Portland, and Augusta. Portland anchors the volume as the state's most populous metro with the highest concentration of outpatient clinics and hospital-based behavioral health units, while Bangor and Augusta draw significant hiring through regional medical centers and the state government's own behavioral health programs.
Are there remote behavioral health technician jobs in Maine?
Yes, but they're rare. The behavioral health technician role is primarily hands-on and community-based, which limits remote options by nature. About 75% of behavioral health technician openings tied to Maine are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, and those positions are mostly limited to telehealth coordination, care management documentation, or administrative support functions rather than direct client care.
How can I get hired as a behavioral health technician in Maine with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying to direct-support worker or residential aide roles at community mental health agencies, which routinely hire candidates without prior clinical experience and provide paid orientation training. MaineHealth and Sweetser both run structured new-hire training programs that allow entry without a behavioral health background. Holding a current CPR card, completing a free Mental Health First Aid course, and applying to crisis line or day-program support roles are concrete steps that open the door before formal credentials are in hand.
Where can I find and apply to behavioral health technician jobs in Maine?
You can find and apply to behavioral health technician jobs in Maine on Migrate Mate, which lists current Maine openings from providers and health systems across the state. Search the listings, identify the roles that match your experience and location, and apply directly through each posting.
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