Mental Health Technician Jobs in Birmingham, AL
Mental Health Technician jobs in Birmingham are concentrated in the Southside medical corridor, Downtown, and the Hoover and Bessemer suburbs, across inpatient psychiatric facilities, community behavioral health centers, and residential treatment programs. Employers hiring right now include Alabama Clinical Schools, Jefferson Blount St Clair Mental Health Authority, and NOCD. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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$3,000.00 Sign-On Bonus
Shift: Varied . M-F and every other weekend(Schedule is subject to change)
Alabama Clinical Schools is a Residential Treatment Facility that provides treatment for adolescent males, ages 9-18. Alabama Clinical Schools has been a Residential Behavioral Healthcare provider in the Birmingham area for over 20 years. Our treatment services range from intensive residential treatment for males ages 9-18 to therapeutic foster care for males and females of all ages. Our mission is simple: to enrich lives of at-risk youth and their families by delivering quality behavioral and educational services while fostering a safe transition to the community.
Much more available online at: www.alabamaclinicalschools.com
Responsibilities
He/she provides direct care to residents with psychiatric disorders, to ensure their safety and well-being. MHA’s have the primary responsibility for ensuring the resident’s safety on the unit utilizing a therapeutic approach to all tasks including assistance with daily activities, facilitation of groups and other duties as assigned by Group Leader, Assistant Group Leader, or Shift Supervisor.
Benefits for MHA's include:
- Challenging and rewarding work environment
- Competitive Compensation & Generous Paid Time Off
- Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plans
- 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan
- SoFi Student Loan Refinancing Program
- Career development opportunities within UHS and its 300+ Subsidiaries!
EEO Statement:
One of the nation’s largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, Universal Health Services, Inc. has built an impressive record of achievement and performance. Growing steadily since its inception into an esteemed Fortune 500 corporation, annual revenues were $11.6 billion in 2020. In 2021, UHS was again recognized as one of the World’s Most Admired Companies by Fortune; in 2020, ranked #281 on the Fortune 500; and listed #330 in Forbes ranking of U.S.’ Largest Public Companies. Headquartered in King of Prussia, PA, UHS has 89,000 employees and through its subsidiaries operates 26 acute care hospitals, 334 behavioral health facilities, 39 outpatient facilities and ambulatory care access points, an insurance offering, a physician network and various related services located in 38 U.S. states, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico and the United Kingdom.
Notice:
All UHS subsidiaries are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. UHS subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers and as such, openly support and fully commit to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion and compensation of individuals without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. We believe that diversity and inclusion among our teammates is critical to our success.
Qualifications
- Bachelors or Associates degree in psychology, social work, education, criminal justice, or other related mental health field preferred.
- Detailed and organized with strong documentation skills
- Able to safely monitor residents and perform physical management techniques and crisis intervention.
- Experience in a residential mental/behavioral health setting strongly preferred.
- Successfully pass background screen (includes criminal history, Child Abuse and Neglect Registry, and ABI/FBI fingerprint check) and drug testing
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible schedule
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Ability to Commute:
- Birmingham, AL 35210 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Birmingham, AL 35210: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
$3,000.00 Sign-On Bonus
Shift: Varied . M-F and every other weekend(Schedule is subject to change)
Alabama Clinical Schools is a Residential Treatment Facility that provides treatment for adolescent males, ages 9-18. Alabama Clinical Schools has been a Residential Behavioral Healthcare provider in the Birmingham area for over 20 years. Our treatment services range from intensive residential treatment for males ages 9-18 to therapeutic foster care for males and females of all ages. Our mission is simple: to enrich lives of at-risk youth and their families by delivering quality behavioral and educational services while fostering a safe transition to the community.
Much more available online at: www.alabamaclinicalschools.com
Responsibilities
He/she provides direct care to residents with psychiatric disorders, to ensure their safety and well-being. MHA’s have the primary responsibility for ensuring the resident’s safety on the unit utilizing a therapeutic approach to all tasks including assistance with daily activities, facilitation of groups and other duties as assigned by Group Leader, Assistant Group Leader, or Shift Supervisor.
Benefits for MHA's include:
- Challenging and rewarding work environment
- Competitive Compensation & Generous Paid Time Off
- Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plans
- 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan
- SoFi Student Loan Refinancing Program
- Career development opportunities within UHS and its 300+ Subsidiaries!
EEO Statement:
One of the nation’s largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, Universal Health Services, Inc. has built an impressive record of achievement and performance. Growing steadily since its inception into an esteemed Fortune 500 corporation, annual revenues were $11.6 billion in 2020. In 2021, UHS was again recognized as one of the World’s Most Admired Companies by Fortune; in 2020, ranked #281 on the Fortune 500; and listed #330 in Forbes ranking of U.S.’ Largest Public Companies. Headquartered in King of Prussia, PA, UHS has 89,000 employees and through its subsidiaries operates 26 acute care hospitals, 334 behavioral health facilities, 39 outpatient facilities and ambulatory care access points, an insurance offering, a physician network and various related services located in 38 U.S. states, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico and the United Kingdom.
Notice:
All UHS subsidiaries are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. UHS subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers and as such, openly support and fully commit to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion and compensation of individuals without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. We believe that diversity and inclusion among our teammates is critical to our success.
Qualifications
- Bachelors or Associates degree in psychology, social work, education, criminal justice, or other related mental health field preferred.
- Detailed and organized with strong documentation skills
- Able to safely monitor residents and perform physical management techniques and crisis intervention.
- Experience in a residential mental/behavioral health setting strongly preferred.
- Successfully pass background screen (includes criminal history, Child Abuse and Neglect Registry, and ABI/FBI fingerprint check) and drug testing
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible schedule
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Ability to Commute:
- Birmingham, AL 35210 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Birmingham, AL 35210: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
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Who's Hiring
- Alabama Clinical Schools11
- Jefferson Blount St Clair Mental Health Authority11J
- NOCD4
- FIRSTCLASS HEALTHCARE4
- FIRST CLASS HEALTHCARE4F
Mental Health Technician Jobs in Birmingham: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a mental health technician job in Birmingham?
The strongest path into Birmingham's mental health technician market is targeting the city's inpatient psychiatric hospitals and residential treatment centers, particularly those anchored in the Southside and UAB medical district. Behavioral health nonprofits and community mental health centers across Jefferson County also hire steadily. Candidates with CPI or crisis intervention training and any hands-on patient care experience stand out most in this market.
Which companies hire mental health technicians in Birmingham?
Birmingham mental health technician roles are posted by Alabama Clinical Schools, Jefferson Blount St Clair Mental Health Authority, and NOCD and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. The local hiring mix leans heavily toward hospital systems, freestanding psychiatric facilities, and county-contracted behavioral health agencies serving the greater Jefferson County area.
Are there remote mental health technician jobs in Birmingham?
Yes, though remote work is limited for this role given its hands-on, patient-facing nature. About 61% of mental health technician openings tied to Birmingham are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, with most of those being care coordination, crisis line support, or administrative supervision roles rather than direct floor or residential care positions.
How can I get a mental health technician job in Birmingham with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry point in Birmingham is applying to residential treatment facilities and community behavioral health agencies in Jefferson County, which regularly hire candidates with a high school diploma and a willingness to complete on-the-job training. Roles like psychiatric aide or behavioral health technician often serve as the direct stepping stone, and Birmingham-area facilities near UAB frequently consider candidates enrolled in health or psychology programs.
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