Behavioral Health Technician (Part Time)
brightli · St. Peters, MO · United States · On-site
Posted Sep 22, 2026
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Job Description:
Behavioral Health Technician
Location: St. Peters, Missouri
Department: Recovery Services
Employment Type: Part-Time
✅ Starting Pay: $18.00/hour
✅ Afternoon & Evening Shifts Available (Weekdays)
✅ Paid Training & Ongoing Support
✅ Make a Meaningful Difference Every Day
✅ Gain Valuable Experience in Behavioral Health & Recovery Services
Job Summary:
Are you compassionate, dependable, and looking for meaningful work where you can make a difference every day? Join our recovery-focused team as a Behavioral Health Technician (BHT) and help individuals build healthier lives while working in a supportive, team-oriented environment.
This position is ideal for someone who enjoys working directly with people, building positive relationships, and helping others achieve recovery goals. As a Behavioral Health Technician, you'll play an important role in providing structure, encouragement, and support to individuals receiving substance use disorder treatment services.
Your primary responsibilities will include facilitating educational and recovery-focused groups, assisting with client transportation, conducting urine drug screens (UAs), and helping maintain a safe, therapeutic environment. You'll work alongside counselors, nurses, and other behavioral health professionals while gaining valuable hands-on experience in the behavioral health field.
This is an excellent opportunity for individuals interested in building a career in behavioral health, counseling, social work, psychology, healthcare, nursing, human services, or recovery services.
What the Behavioral Health Technician Role Offers...
Starting pay of $18.00/hour
Paid training and ongoing support to help you succeed and grow in the role
Valuable hands-on experience in behavioral health and substance use disorder recovery services
Employee Assistance Program – 24/7 counseling services, legal assistance, and financial consultation for you and your household at no cost
Mileage Reimbursement – Company paid for work-related travel when applicable
Employee Discounts – Hotels, theme parks, attractions, college tuition, and more
Workplace Culture – An environment cultivating employee wellbeing, valuing each individual's humanity, and actively promoting a healthy, joyful workforce
Career Growth Opportunities – Build foundational experience that can open doors to future careers in behavioral health, counseling, social work, nursing, psychology, and human services
What You'll Do
As a Behavioral Health Technician, you will help create a safe, structured, and supportive environment for individuals receiving substance use disorder treatment services. No two days are exactly alike, and you'll have the opportunity to make a positive impact throughout each shift.
How You'll Make a Difference...
Facilitate recovery-focused groups, educational sessions, and structured client activities
Conduct urine drug screens (UAs) and support related program…