Nurse Assistant, Certified

Lifepoint Health·Lynchburg, Virginia

$19 - $23/hrPart Time On Site 0-2 yrsPosted 13 days ago

Practice for this role

Nurse Assistant, Certified · $19 - $23/hr

How this role compares

Computed from live listings

-30% vs. median posted rate for behavioral health roles in Lynchburg, Virginia ($26.32/hr, n=74)

86 similar openings in the Lynchburg area · median $25.86/hr

4 days median time this employer’s postings stay open (last 90 days)

$14.63/hr · lowesthighest · $300/hr

this role: $18.53/hrmedian $26.32/hr

Shaded band: the middle 50% of 74 posted behavioral health roles in Lynchburg, Virginia rates. This role sits in the 15th percentile.

About the role

Pay for this role is about 30% below the Lynchburg, Virginia median for behavioral health roles.

The Behavioral Health Technician provides support to the therapeutic milieu by supervising patients, maintaining safety, and delivering scheduled programs. They also monitor patient status, document vital signs, and assist with activities of daily living under the direction of the nursing staff.

Centra Behavioral Health Hospital – Lynchburg, VA

Behavioral Health Technician (BHT), Behavioral Health

Job Type: Part-Time | Days

Schedule: 2x12 Hour Shifts

Pay Range

$18.53 - $22.88 Per Hour

Your experience matters

Centra Behavioral Health is part of Lifepoint Health [https://lifepointhealth.net/locations], 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

Centra Behavioral Health Hospital is a brand-new 72 bed behavioral health facility opening in 2026. We offer high-quality, compassionate care for a wide variety of patients in need. Our teams provide evidence-based, transformational care for a broad range of mental health concerns in a compassionate, comfortable environment.

How you'll contribute

A Behavioral Health Tech who excels in this role

Provides support to the therapeutic milieu under the direction of the RN by ensuring scheduled programs are delivered, supervising patients, maintaining safety, and treating patients and guests with dignity.

Assumes personal responsibility for maintaining professional development such as BLS and CPI.

Observes and monitors patient’s status according to patient monitoring standards, policies and procedures. This may include completion of vital signs, weight log, intake and output, dietary intake, Q15 minute behavioral rounds sheets, admission checklists or other progress or milieu notes. Reports patient complaints or other concerns in a timely manner.

Provides verbal and written input to nursing staff via ongoing reporting and end of shift report so patient’s needs and care can be prioritized.

Demonstrates proficiency and skill in providing care to patients; orienting to unit, transport; de-escalation; teaching of coping skills, conflict resolution, problem solving skills; assistance with activities of daily living; admission & discharge procedures, response to codes; use of CPI techniques and Life Coaching skills.

Requirements

Candidates must possess a high school diploma or GED and have previous experience working in a psychiatric inpatient setting. Additionally, they are required to obtain CPR and de-escalation certifications within 30 days of hire.

high school
Documentation
De-escalation
Conflict resolution
Problem solving
Activities of daily living
Patient monitoring
Patient transport
Vital signs
Safety maintenance
Coping skills
Behavioral health support
Admission procedures
Discharge procedures
Life coaching

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
Free gym memberships
Virtual care appointments
Mental health services
Paid family leave
Accident insurance
Hospital indemnity insurance
Critical illness insurance

Posting details

Employment type: Part Time
Work arrangement: On Site
Experience: 0-2 yrs
Salary: $19 - $23/hr
Location: Lynchburg, Virginia
Posted: Sep 2, 2026
Application: Employer website

Virginia behavioral health roles need CSAC licensure

Behavioral-health roles in Virginia commonly draw steady demand as agencies and treatment programs look for clinicians who can support counseling, care coordination, and recovery services. These positions are competitive because a valid CSAC license is required, while a psychology or counseling degree and treatment-industry experience are preferred; benefits often include PTO and health-related coverage. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to save time, and confirm your licensure details before applying.