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Behavioral Health Technician

Sanford Health·Thief River Falls, Minnesota

$17 - $27/hrPart TimeOn Site0-2 yrsPosted 1 month ago
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Behavioral Health Technician · $17 - $27/hr

How this role compares

Computed from live listings

  • -23% vs. median posted rate for behavioral health roles in Thief River Falls, Minnesota ($21.50/hr)
  • 11 similar openings in the Thief River Falls area · median $21.38/hr
$16.50/hr · lowesthighest · $144/hr
this role: $16.50/hrmedian $21.50/hr

Shaded band: the middle 50% of posted behavioral health roles in Thief River Falls, Minnesota rates. This role sits in the 5th percentile.

About the role

Pay for this role is about 23% below the Thief River Falls, Minnesota median for behavioral health roles.

The Behavioral Health Technician contributes to the care and safety of psychiatric patients by assisting with daily living activities and psychosocial support. They also facilitate therapeutic groups and perform basic health care tasks under the direction of clinical staff.

Sanford Health, the largest rural health system in the United States, is dedicated to transforming the health care experience and providing access to world-class health care in America’s heartland. Work Shift: 12 Hours - Rotating Shifts (United States of America) Scheduled Weekly Hours: 18 Compensation:

Salary Range

$16.50 - $26.50 Union Position: No Department Details Come join our Behavioral Health team as a Behavioral Health Technician (BHT) utilizing a team-based approach to patient care in a fun and supportive work environment.

Our work environment embraces diversity, has creative problem solving, and will help you grow as a person in the healthcare field.

Varied 12-hour day or night shifts and every third weekend in a block schedule, with opportunities to pick up additional shifts based on scheduling needs. Differentials and premiums apply for nights, weekends, and call pay Summary Contributes to the care and safety of psychiatric patients under the direction and control of the psychiatric staff and patient orders.

Job Description

Assists in leading groups, including groups for leisure or socialization, exercise, stress management and relaxation skills, daily living skill building, and art therapy. May provide assistance with basic health care needs including daily living activities that may include, but are not limited to, bathing, toileting, grooming, dressing/undressing, obtaining and recording vital signs, and providing psychosocial support and other personal care to assigned resident. Assists the patient in transferring, repositioning, and walking using correct and appropriate transfer techniques and equipment. May completes tasks related to food preparation and dining, while creating a positive dining experience for the resident. Assists residents with meals and snacks, provides water and supplements as appropriate. May collect samples of blood and other fluids from patients after completing appropriate laboratory training. Must have good human relations and communication skills. Must be able to follow procedures and instructions given by the licensed clinical staff. Must be able to acquire a basic knowledge of patient care principles, medical terminology and equipment within the assigned service area.

Qualifications

Must have good human relations and communication skills. Must be able to follow procedures and instructions given by the licensed nurse. Must be able to acquire a basic knowledge of patient care principles, medical terminology and equipment within the assigned service area. Sanford is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet.

If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application, please call 1-877-949-5678 or send an email to talent@sanfordhealth.org.

Requirements

Candidates must possess strong human relations and communication skills and the ability to follow clinical instructions. They are expected to acquire knowledge of patient care principles, medical terminology, and equipment within the assigned service area.

  • Phlebotomy
  • Communication skills
  • Interpersonal skills
  • Patient care
  • Vital signs monitoring
  • Medical terminology
  • Patient safety
  • Stress management
  • Daily living assistance
  • Psychosocial support
  • Group facilitation
  • Transfer techniques
  • Art therapy

Benefits

  • Night shift differential
  • Weekend differential
  • Call pay

Posting details

Employment type
Part Time
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
0-2 yrs
Salary
$17 - $27/hr
Location
Thief River Falls, Minnesota
Posted
Aug 5, 2026
Application
Employer website
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Hiring organization

Sanford Health

Sanford Health is the largest rural health system in the U.S. Our organization is dedicated to transforming the health care experience and providing access to world-class health care in America’s heartland. Headquartered in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, we serve more than one...

IndustryHospitals and Health Care
TypeNonprofit
Size10,001+ employees
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Market context

Behavioral health support roles remain in demand

In Minnesota, behavioral health technician openings often reflect steady demand in treatment and recovery settings, especially where staff support daily supervision and patient engagement. These roles can be competitive because employers may prefer candidates with addiction treatment experience, a bachelor’s degree, CPR certification, and a clear background check. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to quickly compare fit, then confirm your CPR status and highlight any direct care or recovery experience in your application.

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