Behavioral Health Technician Jobs in North Dakota
Behavioral Health Technician jobs in North Dakota are steadily active, concentrated in inpatient psychiatric units, residential treatment facilities, and community mental health centers serving both urban and rural populations at entry through senior-support levels. Most openings are in Fargo, Bismarck, and Grand Forks, where large employers like Sanford Health, Essentia Health, and CHI St. Alexius Health maintain behavioral health programs. The most consistent demand is for technicians with crisis intervention, substance use disorder support, and autism spectrum experience. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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Summary of Work
This position serves to ensure quality and effective behavioral and mental health care is being provided to residents of the North Dakota Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation, through the provision of assessment, individual treatment, and group programming services.
Duties and Tasks
Interview clients to collect information necessary to evaluate the need for services.
Analyze information obtained through records, testing, consultative reports, and related professional sources to appraise interests, aptitudes, abilities, and related characteristics; participate as a member of a triage team to develop and maintain treatment and rehabilitative plans for each client.
Provide direct case management, counseling or psychotherapy and addressing problems of a complex nature to individual, family, and group clients.
Provide individual skills work or individual therapy to clients as assigned.
Coordinate or facilitate appropriate therapeutic services to clients through the use of community service providers.
Serve as a therapist to high-risk clients such as sex offenders, potentially violent, and/or severely mentally ill.
Aid clients in utilizing offered programs and applying the skills learned to affect successful transition into the community.
Observe and monitor client behavior to determine effectiveness of counseling techniques.
Consult with other staff members involved with the client to assess treatment and rehabilitation plan progress.
Provide ongoing recommendations regarding client treatment and rehabilitation plans.
Prepare and maintain case records for each client according to appropriate reporting guidelines.
Work with community caseworkers to assist in rehabilitation of the client within the family or group setting; assist with family assessment, goal setting, and training to facilitate achievement of family goals.
Provide training, evaluation, or supervision of other staff and/or students in the counseling field as needed.
Serve as a liaison or reference/coordinator for children/families for necessary community services; monitor services for continued applicability.
Minimum Qualifications
Behavioral Health Specialist is required to have a master's degree in Social Work, Addiction Counseling, Counseling, Psychology, Criminal Justice, Sociology, or a closely related human services field. Preference will be given to those who are licensed mental health providers.
Behavioral Health Professional requires a bachelor's degree in Social Work, Addiction Counseling, Psychology, Criminal Justice, Sociology, or a closely related human services field. Preference will be given to those who are licensed mental health providers.
Requires a valid driver's license and must successfully complete standard background, criminal record check, and drug screening.
About Team ND
"Far and away the best prize life offers is the chance to work hard at work worth doing." - Theodore Roosevelt
More than 7,500 talented, hard-working people across sixty-three agencies have come together as Team North Dakota. At Team ND, we are driven to succeed through gratitude, humility, curiosity and courage. Our purpose is to empower people, improve lives, and inspire success. Join us in being legendary.
Total Rewards: The State of North Dakota is committed to providing team members with a strong and competitive rewards package that support you, your health and your family.
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Application Procedures
All applications for open DOCR positions must be made via the Careers site. Paper submissions will not be accepted. Application materials must be received by 11:59 PM on the closing date listed above. All potential applicants must attach and/or upload the following documents:
- Cover Letter
- Resume
- Transcripts
Application materials must clearly explain how experience and education are related to the minimum qualifications and job duties.
Applicants who are residents of ND and eligible to claim veteran's preference must upload a Form DD214. Claims for disabled veteran's preference must include a current statement of disabled status from the Veteran's Affairs Office.
Contact Lexi Archambault at amarchambault@nd.gov, 701-667-1411, or TTY 800-366-6888 for more information or assistance in the application or interview process.
Equal Employment Opportunity
The State of North Dakota and this hiring agency do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex (including sexual orientation and gender identity), genetics, religion, age or disability in employment or the provisions of services and complies with the provisions of the North Dakota Human Rights Act.
As an employer, the State of North Dakota prohibits smoking in all places of state employment in accordance with N.D.C.C. Sect. 23-12-10.
Summary of Work
This position serves to ensure quality and effective behavioral and mental health care is being provided to residents of the North Dakota Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation, through the provision of assessment, individual treatment, and group programming services.
Duties and Tasks
Interview clients to collect information necessary to evaluate the need for services.
Analyze information obtained through records, testing, consultative reports, and related professional sources to appraise interests, aptitudes, abilities, and related characteristics; participate as a member of a triage team to develop and maintain treatment and rehabilitative plans for each client.
Provide direct case management, counseling or psychotherapy and addressing problems of a complex nature to individual, family, and group clients.
Provide individual skills work or individual therapy to clients as assigned.
Coordinate or facilitate appropriate therapeutic services to clients through the use of community service providers.
Serve as a therapist to high-risk clients such as sex offenders, potentially violent, and/or severely mentally ill.
Aid clients in utilizing offered programs and applying the skills learned to affect successful transition into the community.
Observe and monitor client behavior to determine effectiveness of counseling techniques.
Consult with other staff members involved with the client to assess treatment and rehabilitation plan progress.
Provide ongoing recommendations regarding client treatment and rehabilitation plans.
Prepare and maintain case records for each client according to appropriate reporting guidelines.
Work with community caseworkers to assist in rehabilitation of the client within the family or group setting; assist with family assessment, goal setting, and training to facilitate achievement of family goals.
Provide training, evaluation, or supervision of other staff and/or students in the counseling field as needed.
Serve as a liaison or reference/coordinator for children/families for necessary community services; monitor services for continued applicability.
Minimum Qualifications
Behavioral Health Specialist is required to have a master's degree in Social Work, Addiction Counseling, Counseling, Psychology, Criminal Justice, Sociology, or a closely related human services field. Preference will be given to those who are licensed mental health providers.
Behavioral Health Professional requires a bachelor's degree in Social Work, Addiction Counseling, Psychology, Criminal Justice, Sociology, or a closely related human services field. Preference will be given to those who are licensed mental health providers.
Requires a valid driver's license and must successfully complete standard background, criminal record check, and drug screening.
About Team ND
"Far and away the best prize life offers is the chance to work hard at work worth doing." - Theodore Roosevelt
More than 7,500 talented, hard-working people across sixty-three agencies have come together as Team North Dakota. At Team ND, we are driven to succeed through gratitude, humility, curiosity and courage. Our purpose is to empower people, improve lives, and inspire success. Join us in being legendary.
Total Rewards: The State of North Dakota is committed to providing team members with a strong and competitive rewards package that support you, your health and your family.
Considering a new position on Team ND? How does your current position stack up? Use our Total Rewards Calculator to estimate.
Application Procedures
All applications for open DOCR positions must be made via the Careers site. Paper submissions will not be accepted. Application materials must be received by 11:59 PM on the closing date listed above. All potential applicants must attach and/or upload the following documents:
- Cover Letter
- Resume
- Transcripts
Application materials must clearly explain how experience and education are related to the minimum qualifications and job duties.
Applicants who are residents of ND and eligible to claim veteran's preference must upload a Form DD214. Claims for disabled veteran's preference must include a current statement of disabled status from the Veteran's Affairs Office.
Contact Lexi Archambault at amarchambault@nd.gov, 701-667-1411, or TTY 800-366-6888 for more information or assistance in the application or interview process.
Equal Employment Opportunity
The State of North Dakota and this hiring agency do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex (including sexual orientation and gender identity), genetics, religion, age or disability in employment or the provisions of services and complies with the provisions of the North Dakota Human Rights Act.
As an employer, the State of North Dakota prohibits smoking in all places of state employment in accordance with N.D.C.C. Sect. 23-12-10.
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What North Dakota Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in behavioral health technician jobs across North Dakota.
- Active Behavioral Health Aide or Technician credential recognized by North Dakota Health and Human Services
- High school diploma or GED with completed coursework in psychology, social work, or human services
- Hands-on experience supporting individuals with mental illness, developmental disabilities, or substance use disorders
- Current CPR and first aid certification valid for clinical or residential care settings
- Ability to pass a North Dakota background check and sex offender registry screening
- Strong crisis de-escalation skills and familiarity with trauma-informed care principles
Behavioral Health Technician Jobs in North Dakota: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a behavioral health technician in North Dakota?
Most behavioral health technician positions in North Dakota require a high school diploma or equivalent plus a relevant certificate or associate degree in human services, psychology, or a related field. North Dakota does not mandate a single statewide license for this role, but employers typically require completion of a state-approved training program and a clean background check through the North Dakota Bureau of Criminal Investigation. Obtaining a Certified Psychiatric Rehabilitation Practitioner credential strengthens candidacy significantly.
Which companies hire behavioral health technicians in North Dakota?
North Dakota behavioral health technician roles are posted by Sanford Health, State of North Dakota, and Centre and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. North Dakota's integrated health systems and regional community mental health centers are among the most consistent sources of full-time openings across the state.
Which North Dakota cities have the most behavioral health technician jobs?
Fargo, Grand Forks, and Bismarck have the most behavioral health technician openings in North Dakota right now. Fargo drives the largest share of listings because of its concentration of major health systems and its role as the state's primary referral hub, while Bismarck and Grand Forks follow closely due to their regional hospital campuses and state agency offices that serve surrounding rural communities.
Are there remote behavioral health technician jobs in North Dakota?
Yes, but they're rare. Behavioral health technician work is fundamentally hands-on, requiring direct client observation and in-person intervention, so most positions require on-site presence. About 0% of behavioral health technician openings tied to North Dakota are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, and those tend to involve telehealth support coordination or administrative case documentation rather than direct care.
How can I get hired as a behavioral health technician in North Dakota with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying to residential support worker or direct support professional roles at community-based providers, which routinely hire candidates without prior clinical experience and provide on-the-job training. Employers like Sanford Health and CHI St. Alexius Health in Bismarck frequently post entry-level behavioral health aide openings that serve as stepping-stones. Completing a Mental Health First Aid certification through the North Dakota Department of Health and Human Services before applying gives candidates a concrete credential that stands out.
Where can I find and apply to behavioral health technician jobs in North Dakota?
You can find and apply to behavioral health technician jobs in North Dakota on Migrate Mate, which lists current North Dakota openings updated in real time. Search the available roles, find the ones that match your experience and location, and apply directly to each employer through the listing.
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