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Behavioral Health Technician

Lifepoint Health·Russellville, Arkansas

Full TimeOn Site0-2 yrsPosted 12 days ago
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Behavioral Health Technician

How this role compares

Computed from live listings

  • 54 similar openings in the Russellville area
  • 4 days median time this employer’s postings stay open (last 90 days)

About the role

The Behavioral Health Technician assists patients with daily living activities and provides direct patient care, including diagnostic procedures and therapeutic interventions. They also observe patient behavior, report changes to nursing staff, and perform crisis intervention to maintain a safe environment.

Saint Mary's Regional Health System - 1808 W Main St, Russellville, AR 72801

Behavioral Health Technician

Job Type: Full Time

Schedule: Various Shifts

Your experience matters

Saint Mary’s Regional Medical Center is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As a Behavioral Health Technician joining our team, you're embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier ®. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.

More About Our Team

Our unit fosters a positive, patient-centered environment that is built on teamwork, compassion, and clear communication.

Staff members support one another, creating a culture where collaboration is valued, and everyone works together to provide safe, high-quality care.

How you'll contribute

A Behavioral Health Technician who excels in this role

Assists patients with performing activities of daily living.

Provides or assists with providing direct patient care, diagnostic procedures and therapeutic interventions.

Observes and records patient behavior and activities. Reports any changes in physical, mental or emotional condition to nursing staff and suggests modifications to the treatment plan.

Provides crisis intervention with incoming calls and on the unit to maintain safety.

Review and comply with LifePoint Code of Conduct and all relevant Company and Division policies and procedures.

Why join us

We believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient care. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers:

Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees.

Financial Protection & PTO: Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.

Financial & Career Growth: Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.

Employee Well-being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).

Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

What we're looking for

Education

  • High
  • School
  • Diploma or equivalent
  • Required
  • License: CNA Preferred

Experience

6 months in a mental health/psychiatric position.

Certifications

Basic Life Support (BLS) Must have within 45 days of hire; Handle with Care (HWC) Mush have within 45 days of hire

Connect with a Recruiter

Have questions? Please contact Tiffany Williams by emailing Tiffany.Williams1@LPNT.NET [Tiffany.Williams1@LPNT.NET]

More about Saint Mary’s Regional Health System

Saint Mary’s Regional Health System offers community focused healthcare services in Russellville; AR. Saint Mary’s 170-bed acute care hospital is a Level III Trauma Center and offers a variety of inpatient and outpatient services.

Russellville, overlooking 34,000-acre Lake Dardanelle and the Arkansas River, is renowned for its bass fishing and a state park has two locations providing everything needed for an enjoyable outing. Mount Nebo State Park offers spectacular views of the River Valley. Arkansas Tech University provides cultural and sporting events throughout the year.

Saint Mary’s Regional Medical Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Saint Mary’s Regional Medical Center is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.

Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier.

Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post-acute care facilities.

We believe that success is achieved through talented people.

We want to create places where employees want to work, with opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a difference in communities across the country.

We employ and provide care to people from all walks of life.

We are committed to promoting healing, providing hope, preserving dignity and producing value with an inclusive workforce in which diversity is leveraged, respected, and reflective of the patients, family members, customers and team members we serve.

Requirements

Candidates must have a High School Diploma or equivalent and a CNA license. Additionally, they must obtain Basic Life Support (BLS) and Handle with Care (HWC) certifications within 45 days of hire.

  • high school
  • Teamwork
  • Communication
  • Documentation
  • Basic Life Support
  • CNA
  • Patient care
  • Activities of daily living
  • Crisis intervention
  • Handle with Care
  • Safety protocols
  • Patient observation
  • Diagnostic procedures
  • Behavioral health
  • Therapeutic interventions

Benefits

  • Paid time off
  • Short-term disability
  • Long-term disability
  • Life insurance
  • Medical coverage
  • Tuition assistance
  • Vision coverage
  • Dental coverage
  • Company match
  • Loan assistance
  • 401(k) retirement package
  • Physical wellness programs
  • Financial wellness programs
  • Free gym memberships
  • Virtual care appointments
  • Mental health services
  • Paid family leave
  • Accident insurance
  • Hospital indemnity insurance
  • Critical illness insurance

Posting details

Employment type
Full Time
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
0-2 yrs
Location
Russellville, Arkansas
Posted
Aug 26, 2026
Application
Employer website
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Hiring organization

Lifepoint Health

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IndustryHospitals and Health Care
TypePrivately Held
Size1,001-5,000 employees
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Behavioral health support roles remain in demand

In Arkansas, Behavioral Health Technician roles are commonly tied to inpatient, residential, and acute care settings where staffing needs can be steady. These positions are competitive because employers often look for prior psychiatric healthcare experience and expect quick completion of CPR and de-escalation training, while a CNA credential can strengthen your application. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then be ready to highlight hands-on behavioral support experience and your plan to meet post-hire certification deadlines.

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