Behavioral Health Technician Jobs in Seattle, WA
Behavioral Health Technician jobs in Seattle are in strong demand, concentrated in Capitol Hill, First Hill, and the Rainier Valley across community mental health centers, residential treatment programs, and hospital systems. Employers hiring right now include The Emily Program, DESC, and LiveWell Homecare Agency. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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Our vision is a world of peaceful relationships with food, weight, and body image, where everyone with an eating disorder can experience recovery. We believe that exceptional, individualized care leads to lasting recovery from eating disorders. That's why our teams are comprised of compassionate, dedicated professionals from a variety of backgrounds who collaborate to provide the very best evidence-based care for our clients at all levels of care.
Position Overview
The Behavioral Health Technician supports the residential and inpatient milieu by facilitating therapeutic activity groups, assisting clients in acquiring skills to manage their eating disorder, maintaining a recovery-oriented environment, and providing general support and assistance.
Compensation Range:
- Behavioral Health Technician: $22.00 - $28.00
Final compensation offered will be within pay range based on qualifications/experience met for position.
Schedule
- Full Time - 32 hours/week
- Night Shift -11:30pm - 7:30am
- Saturday availability required
How Behavioral Health Technicians Empower Recovery:
- Facilitates therapeutic activity groups which may include art activities, music, journaling, mindfulness, relaxation, games etc.)
- Participates in therapeutic supported meals and snacks
- Provides milieu support including escorting clients to on-site provider appointments
- Ability to engage, coach, and support residents as needed
- Participates in scheduled supervision and seeks supervision when needed
- Completes clinical documentation in compliance with The Emily Program and Veritas Collaborative policies and regulatory standards
- Maintains at all times the confidentiality of former and current clients' protected health information, as directed by state and federal law, and Emily Program and Veritas Collaborative policy. Additionally, maintain confidentiality in any position with access to employee personal information.
- Maintains at all times the confidentiality of proprietary information, which includes but is not limited to, trade secrets, sensitive company information, and generally any company information not made available to the public.
- Completes all assigned mandatory trainings
- Performs additional duties as assigned
Qualifications
Education Qualifications:
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- Associate degree or higher or at least 2 years of healthcare experience in a similar position/ related field preferred. (i.e. Paraprofessional, Mental Health Technician, Behavior Specialist, Recovery Coach).
- Bachelor's degree in psychology, social work, behavioral health, or a related field; a relevant certification or licensure preferred.
Professional Qualifications:
- This is an entry-level position; however, 6+ months of direct client care / milieu experience in a mental/behavioral health or healthcare setting, particularly with eating disorders is preferred.
- Completion of Preceptor Program preferred.
Other Qualifications:
- Employees at Residential sites must have a valid driver's license and be authorized to drive.
- Employees at Residential are required to have a current Basic Life Support certification within 30 days of hire.
- Employees at Residential sites are required to have a current First Aid certification within 30 days of hire.
- Employees at Residential site in Washington are required to have a Washington State Department of Health Food Handler permit within 30 days of hire.
What we offer:
Employee Benefits: We understand the importance of a well-rounded benefits package. That's why we're dedicated to providing a range of plans to meet your needs.
For full-time employees, we offer:
- HSA and PPO insurance with HSA or FSA options (Blue Cross Blue Shield)
- Dental insurance (Delta Dental)
- Vision insurance (EyeMed)
- Short-term and long-term disability insurance
- Company-paid life insurance
- 401(k) plan available two months after start date
- Company 401(k) matching for up to 50% of your contribution, up to 6% of your compensation
Paid time off is a crucial part of maintaining work and life balance. Our generous PTO plan accrues annually and begins with your first whole pay period. Eligible employees enjoy seven paid holidays and one floating holiday in addition to their regular PTO.
Our vision is a world of peaceful relationships with food, weight, and body image, where everyone with an eating disorder can experience recovery. We believe that exceptional, individualized care leads to lasting recovery from eating disorders. That's why our teams are comprised of compassionate, dedicated professionals from a variety of backgrounds who collaborate to provide the very best evidence-based care for our clients at all levels of care.
Position Overview
The Behavioral Health Technician supports the residential and inpatient milieu by facilitating therapeutic activity groups, assisting clients in acquiring skills to manage their eating disorder, maintaining a recovery-oriented environment, and providing general support and assistance.
Compensation Range:
- Behavioral Health Technician: $22.00 - $28.00
Final compensation offered will be within pay range based on qualifications/experience met for position.
Schedule
- Full Time - 32 hours/week
- Night Shift -11:30pm - 7:30am
- Saturday availability required
How Behavioral Health Technicians Empower Recovery:
- Facilitates therapeutic activity groups which may include art activities, music, journaling, mindfulness, relaxation, games etc.)
- Participates in therapeutic supported meals and snacks
- Provides milieu support including escorting clients to on-site provider appointments
- Ability to engage, coach, and support residents as needed
- Participates in scheduled supervision and seeks supervision when needed
- Completes clinical documentation in compliance with The Emily Program and Veritas Collaborative policies and regulatory standards
- Maintains at all times the confidentiality of former and current clients' protected health information, as directed by state and federal law, and Emily Program and Veritas Collaborative policy. Additionally, maintain confidentiality in any position with access to employee personal information.
- Maintains at all times the confidentiality of proprietary information, which includes but is not limited to, trade secrets, sensitive company information, and generally any company information not made available to the public.
- Completes all assigned mandatory trainings
- Performs additional duties as assigned
Qualifications
Education Qualifications:
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- Associate degree or higher or at least 2 years of healthcare experience in a similar position/ related field preferred. (i.e. Paraprofessional, Mental Health Technician, Behavior Specialist, Recovery Coach).
- Bachelor's degree in psychology, social work, behavioral health, or a related field; a relevant certification or licensure preferred.
Professional Qualifications:
- This is an entry-level position; however, 6+ months of direct client care / milieu experience in a mental/behavioral health or healthcare setting, particularly with eating disorders is preferred.
- Completion of Preceptor Program preferred.
Other Qualifications:
- Employees at Residential sites must have a valid driver's license and be authorized to drive.
- Employees at Residential are required to have a current Basic Life Support certification within 30 days of hire.
- Employees at Residential sites are required to have a current First Aid certification within 30 days of hire.
- Employees at Residential site in Washington are required to have a Washington State Department of Health Food Handler permit within 30 days of hire.
What we offer:
Employee Benefits: We understand the importance of a well-rounded benefits package. That's why we're dedicated to providing a range of plans to meet your needs.
For full-time employees, we offer:
- HSA and PPO insurance with HSA or FSA options (Blue Cross Blue Shield)
- Dental insurance (Delta Dental)
- Vision insurance (EyeMed)
- Short-term and long-term disability insurance
- Company-paid life insurance
- 401(k) plan available two months after start date
- Company 401(k) matching for up to 50% of your contribution, up to 6% of your compensation
Paid time off is a crucial part of maintaining work and life balance. Our generous PTO plan accrues annually and begins with your first whole pay period. Eligible employees enjoy seven paid holidays and one floating holiday in addition to their regular PTO.
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Who's Hiring
- The Emily Program23
- DESC16
- LiveWell Homecare Agency16L
- King County, WA8
- OCD Anxiety Centers8
Behavioral Health Technician Jobs in Seattle: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a behavioral health technician job in Seattle?
Seattle's strongest hiring happens inside its dense cluster of community mental health agencies, substance use treatment centers, and hospital-affiliated behavioral health units, particularly in First Hill, Capitol Hill, and South Seattle. Candidates who hold a Certified Nursing Assistant credential, Mental Health Technician certification, or documented crisis intervention training move to the front of the line. Bilingual skills, especially in Spanish, Somali, or Vietnamese, are a genuine advantage given Seattle's patient populations.
Which companies hire behavioral health technicians in Seattle?
Employers hiring behavioral health technicians in Seattle right now include The Emily Program, DESC, and LiveWell Homecare Agency, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Seattle's hiring is spread across nonprofit community health organizations, large integrated health systems, and privately operated residential treatment facilities serving both youth and adult populations.
Are there remote behavioral health technician jobs in Seattle?
Yes, but only for a narrow slice of the role, since most behavioral health technician work is hands-on and requires physical presence with clients. About 100% of behavioral health technician openings tied to Seattle are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, and those positions tend to be in care coordination, telehealth support, or administrative case management rather than direct patient care.
How can I get a behavioral health technician job in Seattle with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry point in Seattle is applying for psychiatric aide or mental health associate roles at one of the city's hospital systems or residential group homes, where on-the-job training is standard. Community mental health centers in South Seattle and the Central District regularly hire candidates who have completed a basic CNA program or volunteer experience in crisis services. A CPR certification and a clean background check are typically the baseline requirements.
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