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Behavioral Healthcare Specialist - Mental Health Tech (All Shifts - PER DIEM)

Aurora Behavioral Charter Oak$23–$25/hrCovina, California, United StatesPart timePosted 3mo agoStill open, checked every night

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This posting states $23–$25 an hour. Open behavioral health technician jobs in California post a median of $26.50 an hour, the middle half $23.50–$33.89, across 93 jobs that state their pay, so this one is within the middle half of what they post. Behavioral health technicians employed in California earn a median of $23.62 an hour (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics), according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (May 2025) (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics).

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About the job

8-hr shifts | PER-DIEM

AM Shift | PM Shift | NOC Shift

Weekend availability is Mandatory!

We have openings for Behavioral Health Technician / Behavioral Health Specialist.

Note that this is a Per-diem position.

What We Do

Charter Oak Hospital offers compassionate and individualized treatment for mental health and substance use disorders. We believe in a patient-centric approach, where every treatment plan is tailored to meet the specific needs of each person who walks through our doors.

What You’ll Do

Our Behavioral Health Specialists make a difference in the lives of our patients. Our dedicated professionals work tirelessly to create an environment that fosters healing, growth, and long-term wellness. This position provides direct patient care to patients with emotional or psychiatric disorders, accompanies and transports patients, participates in patient treatment plans, ensure safety and well-being of these patients and other duties as assigned.

You will learn about the world of behavioral health and develop a lasting career in healthcare.

Join us in making a meaningful impact in the lives of those we serve!

Aurora Charter Oak Hospital has been delivering Behavioral Health Treatment Services for over 83 years. We are located on 10 acres of beautifully landscaped grounds in Covina, California. Covina is about 22 miles east of downtown Los Angeles, in the San Gabriel Valley, close to 10, 60 and 210 FWY.

EEOC Employer. Aurora Charter Oak Hospital does not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, color, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, or age in admission, treatment, or participation in its programs, services and activities, or in employment.

We participate in the E-Verify program. Follow the link for additional information. http://www.uscis.gov/e-verify

Requirements

Education & Experience

  • High school degree, GED or equivalent required
  • Registered behavioral technician (RBT) experience is a PLUS
  • Healthcare experience required
  • Hospital experience highly preferred – Medical Assistant, Caregiver, Nursing Assistant
  • Familiarity with medical and psychological terminology
  • Basic knowledge of human behavior or principles of psychology
  • Ability to maintain confidential information
  • Ability to maintain professional boundaries and willingness to seek supervision in this regard
  • Current BLS for healthcare provider card upon hire
  • Therapeutic Options™ (TOT) to be obtained prior to providing direct patient care without a preceptor

Benefits

  • Pay range $23 - $25
  • Per-diem
  • 401(k)
  • Employee assistance program
  • Employee discount

From Aurora Behavioral Charter Oak's job posting, checked 13 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.

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