Behavioral Health Tech 0.6 FTE Acute Care
How this pay compares
This posting states $20.77–$27.16 an hour. Open behavioral health technician jobs in Minnesota post a median of $22.74 an hour, the middle half $18–$27.58, across 48 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 (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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NHSC loan repayment
HRSA lists one of Essentia Health's sites in Virginia as NHSC-approved (Essentia Health - Virginia Clinic, 8 Nov 2026). If this job is at one, the clinicians HRSA lists can apply for NHSC loan repayment in return for at least two years of service; ask the recruiter which site the job is at. Its NHSC sites.
Medicare rating of Essentia Health Virginia
Medicare gives Essentia Health Virginia 4 of 5 stars (Jul 2026; Minnesota's hospitals average 3.8). 80% of its patients said their nurses always communicated well (the middle US hospital: 79%). Patients' ratings of their care, not employees' of the job. Its other hospitals · Minnesota hospitals by rating.
Mental health and social work jobs in our research
- How long these jobs stay listed: Median days to removal 24.0 days · Still listed at 7 days 74.3%
- Applicant demand per open job on this site (1.00x is the average job): Index 0.63x · Clicks 35
- How often these jobs state their pay: Jobs stating any pay 63.7% · Stating an hourly rate 46.0%
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About the job
Building Location
Essentia Virginia Hospital
Department
2084130 FLOAT POOL - MED SURG - VIR HOSP
Job Description
Education Qualifications
This position assists with assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of selected technical aspects of patient care under direct supervision of the Charge RN, Assistant Head Nurse, Nurse Manager and/or the Director, to meet the requirements of the Joint Commission and other applicable federal, state and local regulatory or accrediting agencies as well as meeting the goals and mission of the department. Provides direct and indirect care for adolescent to geriatric patients to aid meeting the patients’ needs as directed. Provides patients with activity opportunities appropriate to their ages and abilities and related to their plan for care, either individually and/or in group settings.
Educational Requirements
- 1 year experience in working with persons with mental health symptoms or related applicable experience OR Degree in social services related field OR Certified Peer Support Specialist in Minnesota or Wisconsin
Preferred Qualifications
- Must have healthcare and direct patient care experience
Licensure/Certification Qualifications
Certification/Licensure Requirements
- Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certification within 1 month of hire. (This does not apply to department 2010-2194290 AMBERWING - AMB)
FTE
0.6
Possible Remote/Hybrid Option
Shift Rotation
Day/Eve Rotation (United States of America)
Shift Start Time
0700/1500
Shift End Time
1530/2330
Weekends
Yes every other
Holidays
Yes
Call Obligation
No
Union
Assoc Of Diagnostic Imaging Techs (ADIT)
Union Posting Deadline
11/11/2026
Compensation Range
$20.77 - $27.16
Employee Benefits at Essentia Health: At Essentia Health, we’re committed to supporting your well-being, growth, and work-life balance. Our comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, along with supplemental options to fit your needs. We offer a 401(k) plan with employer contributions to help you plan for the future, and we invest in your professional development through training, tuition reimbursement, and educational programs. To help you thrive both at work and at home, we provide flexible scheduling, generous time off, and wellness resources focused on your physical, mental, and emotional health. Please note that benefit eligibility may vary. For full details, refer to your benefit summary or contact our HR Service Center at (218) 576-0000.
From Essentia Health's job posting, checked 9 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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About Essentia Health
Essentia Health is a health system with more than 16,500 (source: Essentia Health, About Essentia Health) employees, 14 (source: Essentia Health, About Essentia Health) hospitals and 80 (source: Essentia Health, About Essentia Health) clinics serving patients in Minnesota, Wisconsin and North Dakota. Source: Essentia Health, About Essentia Health
Based in Duluth, MNHires in Minnesota, North Dakota, WisconsinPay on its listings: 61.1% of its open jobs state an hourly rate
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