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Behavioral Health Technician | Mental Health Units

CentraCare logoCentraCare$21.12–$31.68/hrSaint Cloud, MNFull time, VariousPosted 1mo ago
  • $2,000 sign-on bonus
  • BLS

How this pay compares

This posting states $21.12–$31.68 an hour. Open behavioral health technician jobs in Minnesota post a median of $21.50 an hour, the middle half $18–$27.58, across 33 jobs that state their pay, so this one is within the middle half of what they post. Behavioral health technicians employed in Minnesota earn a median of $19.37 an hour, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (May 2025) (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, opens in a new tab).

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About the job

Find your purpose and share your passion by helping patients at the St. Cloud Hospital as a Behavioral Health Technician! We understand how difficult things can be when life seems overwhelming. Be part of our team dedicated to helping people feel better and regaining their zest for life! Be involved in patient care activities which may involve assisting with the needs and comfort of patients to include hygiene, activity, nutrition and treatments; therapeutic interactions with patients, patient safety rounds, vital signs, patient and belonging searches, patient transportation to tests/procedures, and gathering patient and family information. While you will be assigned a primary home unit, all Behavioral Health Technicians receive comprehensive cross-training across our three service areas: EmPATH, Adolescent Mental Health, and Adult Mental Health.

Current Full-time Openings

  • 72 hours every two weeks | 7 p.m.-7:30 a.m. and 11 p.m.- 7:30 a.m. shifts | Every 3rd weekend and rotating holidays | Adult Mental health
  • 72 hours every two weeks | 7 p.m.-7:30 a.m. and 11 p.m.- 7:30 a.m. shifts | Every other weekend and rotating holidays | Adult Mental health
  • 64 hours every two weeks | 8-hour day and evening rotation | 7 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. and 3 p.m. - 11:30 p.m. | Every other weekend and rotating holidays | Adult Mental Health

Current Part-Time Openings

  • 48 hours every two weeks | 8-hour day and evening rotation | 7 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. and 3 p.m. - 11:30 p.m. | Every other weekend and rotating holidays | Adult Mental Health
  • 32 hours every two weeks | 8-hour day and evening rotation | 7 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. and 3 p.m. - 11:30 p.m. | Every other weekend and rotating holidays | Adult Mental Health
  • 32 hours every two weeks | 11 p.m.-7:30 a.m. shifts | Every other weekend and rotating holidays | Adult Mental Health

Pay and Benefits

  • Starting pay begins at $21.47 per hour; exact wage determined by years of related experience.
  • Pay range: $21.12 - $31.68 per hour
  • Earn extra pay for working evening, night, and weekend shifts.
  • Full time benefits : medical, dental, PTO, retirement, employee discounts and more!
  • $2,000 hiring bonus for eligible candidates!
  • Tuition reimbursement and college grant programs available.

Qualifications

  • High School Diploma, GED or equivalent required.
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) training, initial and ongoing required and provided.
  • 2 years of college with courses in psychology, sociology, and/or social work preferred.
  • Six months experience in nursing assistant or similar role preferred.
  • Must be able to effectively handle escalating behavior and utilize physical safety holds with aggressive patients.
  • Non-Violent Crisis Intervention (NCI) training initial and on-going training provided.

To be eligible for the hiring bonus you must be an external candidate who is hired into an eligible full or part time benefited position. Previous employees qualify if they have not worked for CentraCare for at least 9 months at the date of hire. CentraCare pay incentives to include but not limited to, hiring bonuses may be discontinued at any time due to business needs.

CentraCare has made a commitment to diversity in its workforce. All individuals including, but not limited to, individuals with disabilities, are encouraged to apply. CentraCare is an EEO/AA employer.

From CentraCare's job posting, checked Oct 29, 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.

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CentraCare is a health system based in St. Cloud, Minnesota, with hospitals, clinics and senior care across central Minnesota.

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