Mid Level Lead Behavioral Health Technician Jobs
Mid level lead behavioral health technician jobs go to professionals ready to take full ownership of client caseloads, guide junior technicians through protocols, and make clinical support decisions with minimal supervisor input. Most openings are on-site positions across Healthcare & Medical Services, Technology & Software, and Education, with employers like Great Lakes Bay Health Centers, Inova Health, and Alexander Youth Network hiring at this level now.
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INTRODUCTION
Children’s is one of the nation’s leading children’s hospitals. No matter the role, every member of our team is an essential part of our mission to make kids better today and healthier tomorrow. We’re committed to putting you first, and that commitment is at the heart of our company culture: People first. Children always. Find your next career opportunity and make a difference doing what you love at Children’s.
Job Description
The Behavioral & Mental Health Therapist will participate in a model of care centered around integrated, multidisciplinary services, with seamless collaborations with psychiatry, psychology, social work, medical specialties, and other behavioral and mental health disciplines.
WORK SHIFT
- Work Day(s): Friday, Monday, Thursday, Tuesday, Wednesday
- Shift Start Time: 8:00 AM
- Shift End Time: 5:00 PM
- Worker Sub-Type: Regular
Experience
- 3 years supervised experience with providing intake evaluations and regularly scheduled therapy services for children and adolescents within a medical setting or behavioral mental health facility
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience with Unified protocol, CBT, ACT, DBT, TF-CBT, PCIT, and/or Solution-Focused Therapy
- Experience with children & adolescents with co-occurring medical issues
Education
- Master’s degree in social work, mental health counseling, or marriage and family therapy from an accredited university
CERTIFICATION SUMMARY
- An unrestricted license in the state of Georgia (LCSW, LMFT, LPC)
- For Children’s at Hughes Spalding, LCSW certification is required
- BLS or PALS certification
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
- Ability to work as part of interdisciplinary team
- Strong interpersonal skills with patients, teammates, and leadership
- Knowledge of evidence-based, age-appropriate treatment and practice
- Ability to remain calm and manage verbal/physical responses in stressful situations
- Flexibility to adapt to changes in behavioral mental programs and procedures
- Developed cultural humility and ability to work with diverse populations
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
Patient Care
- Provide evidence-based and effective delivery of services (e.g., assessments, consultation, and therapy) appropriate to the patient’s specific needs and severity level of disability or impairment, and make referrals as needed.
- Gather and integrate information from all available sources, including client self-reports, reports from family members, guardian(s), documented medical records, treatment history, etc.
- Conduct crisis and safety planning with patients and coordinate transfers to higher levels of care as needed.
- Maintain a therapeutic relationship with patient and family.
- Respect and incorporate aspects of patient’s and family’s identity in care.
- Include family/caregiver participation in all phases of the patient’s program while communicating at the patient/family level of understanding.
- Communicate with support and operational staff effectively to ensure patient continuity of care.
- Assess client satisfaction and participate in program evaluation as needed.
- Generate flexible solutions to potential barriers in patient care to benefit patients.
Administration
- Complete notes in electronic medical record within time guidelines, including diagnostic coding, screenings, and treatment plans.
- Bill appropriately for services in accordance with regulations set forth by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services.
- Participate in team meetings and case consultations (as needed).
- Seek additional evidence-based training associated with role.
Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, citizenship, age, veteran status, disability or any other characteristic covered by applicable law.
PRIMARY LOCATION ADDRESS
1777-1797 Northeast Expressway
JOB FAMILY
Behavioral Health
INTRODUCTION
Children’s is one of the nation’s leading children’s hospitals. No matter the role, every member of our team is an essential part of our mission to make kids better today and healthier tomorrow. We’re committed to putting you first, and that commitment is at the heart of our company culture: People first. Children always. Find your next career opportunity and make a difference doing what you love at Children’s.
Job Description
The Behavioral & Mental Health Therapist will participate in a model of care centered around integrated, multidisciplinary services, with seamless collaborations with psychiatry, psychology, social work, medical specialties, and other behavioral and mental health disciplines.
WORK SHIFT
- Work Day(s): Friday, Monday, Thursday, Tuesday, Wednesday
- Shift Start Time: 8:00 AM
- Shift End Time: 5:00 PM
- Worker Sub-Type: Regular
Experience
- 3 years supervised experience with providing intake evaluations and regularly scheduled therapy services for children and adolescents within a medical setting or behavioral mental health facility
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience with Unified protocol, CBT, ACT, DBT, TF-CBT, PCIT, and/or Solution-Focused Therapy
- Experience with children & adolescents with co-occurring medical issues
Education
- Master’s degree in social work, mental health counseling, or marriage and family therapy from an accredited university
CERTIFICATION SUMMARY
- An unrestricted license in the state of Georgia (LCSW, LMFT, LPC)
- For Children’s at Hughes Spalding, LCSW certification is required
- BLS or PALS certification
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
- Ability to work as part of interdisciplinary team
- Strong interpersonal skills with patients, teammates, and leadership
- Knowledge of evidence-based, age-appropriate treatment and practice
- Ability to remain calm and manage verbal/physical responses in stressful situations
- Flexibility to adapt to changes in behavioral mental programs and procedures
- Developed cultural humility and ability to work with diverse populations
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
Patient Care
- Provide evidence-based and effective delivery of services (e.g., assessments, consultation, and therapy) appropriate to the patient’s specific needs and severity level of disability or impairment, and make referrals as needed.
- Gather and integrate information from all available sources, including client self-reports, reports from family members, guardian(s), documented medical records, treatment history, etc.
- Conduct crisis and safety planning with patients and coordinate transfers to higher levels of care as needed.
- Maintain a therapeutic relationship with patient and family.
- Respect and incorporate aspects of patient’s and family’s identity in care.
- Include family/caregiver participation in all phases of the patient’s program while communicating at the patient/family level of understanding.
- Communicate with support and operational staff effectively to ensure patient continuity of care.
- Assess client satisfaction and participate in program evaluation as needed.
- Generate flexible solutions to potential barriers in patient care to benefit patients.
Administration
- Complete notes in electronic medical record within time guidelines, including diagnostic coding, screenings, and treatment plans.
- Bill appropriately for services in accordance with regulations set forth by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services.
- Participate in team meetings and case consultations (as needed).
- Seek additional evidence-based training associated with role.
Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, citizenship, age, veteran status, disability or any other characteristic covered by applicable law.
PRIMARY LOCATION ADDRESS
1777-1797 Northeast Expressway
JOB FAMILY
Behavioral Health
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Mid Level Lead Behavioral Health Technician Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a mid level lead behavioral health technician job?
Position your existing experience around leadership moments: times you trained newer staff, managed behavioral intervention plans independently, or coordinated across care teams. Highlight certifications like RBT or similar credentials, and emphasize measurable client outcomes. Applications that show you have operated beyond task execution and taken genuine ownership of cases consistently stand out to hiring managers at this level.
Which companies hire mid level lead behavioral health technicians?
Companies hiring mid level lead behavioral health technicians right now include Great Lakes Bay Health Centers, Inova Health, and Alexander Youth Network, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. At this level, hiring tends to come from residential treatment centers, school-based behavioral health programs, outpatient clinics, and home health agencies that need experienced technicians who can operate with limited direct supervision.
Are there remote mid level lead behavioral health technician jobs?
Yes, though options are more limited than in purely desk-based fields. About 7% of mid level lead behavioral health technician openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, and these roles typically involve case documentation, supervision of junior staff via telehealth, or behavioral consultation rather than direct hands-on client care. On-site and community-based positions still make up the majority of openings.
How do I move up to a mid level lead behavioral health technician role?
Moving into a mid level position happens by deliberately building depth over your first few years. That means completing advanced credentials, volunteering to mentor new hires, taking ownership of a caseload or program component, and documenting measurable outcomes in your work. Employers promoting into mid level roles look for technicians who have demonstrated consistent independent judgment and the ability to influence care quality beyond their own direct sessions.
Which industries hire the most mid level lead behavioral health technicians?
Mid Level lead behavioral health technician roles concentrate in Healthcare & Medical Services, Technology & Software, and Education, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors drive hiring at this level because they operate structured, protocol-heavy care environments where experienced technicians who can lead peers and manage complex behavioral cases reduce clinical risk and improve program consistency.