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Behavioral Health Technician

KVC Health Systems$18–$22/hrFull TimePosted 3d ago
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This posting states $18–$22 an hour. Open behavioral health technician jobs in Kansas post a median of $20 an hour, the middle half $19.41–$21.25, across 19 jobs that state their pay, so this one is within the middle half of what they post. Behavioral health technicians employed in Kansas earn a median of $21.05 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

Mental/Behavioral Health Technician

Children’s Mental Health Hospital, Wichita, KS

Salary: $18- $22 per hour (increases based on education & experience)

Shifts Available

  • Full Time/Part Time, 1st Shift: 7am- 3:30pm
  • Full Time/Part Time, 2nd Shift: 3pm-11:30pm
  • Full Time/Part Time, 3rd Shift: 11pm- 7:30am
  • PRN

(Shift differentials provided when applicable)

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of children and youth? Camber Children’s Mental Health in Wichita, KS is seeking a compassionate Behavioral Health Technician (BHT) to join our team. In this vital role, you will provide care, supervision, and support to help young people achieve their treatment goals in a safe and therapeutic environment.

Why Join Camber?

Camber gives children and families hope. As a Behavioral Health Technician, you will play a key role in supporting our mission by helping children and youth build coping skills, learn positive behaviors, and work toward healing and growth.

What You’ll Do

  • Provide compassionate care and supervision to children and youth in our facility
  • Support daily activities and reinforce treatment plans developed by nurses and therapists
  • Teach coping techniques and positive behavior skills
  • Document client activity and progress
  • Maintain a safe, therapeutic environment for all clients

What We Offer

  • Starting Pay: $18.00 per hour, with increases based on education and experience
  • Shift Differentials
  • Multiple schedules and shifts available
  • Comprehensive Benefits Package, including:
  • Medical, Vision, and Free Dental Insurance
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • 403(b) Retirement Plan with Company Match
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Paid Time Off (PTO) Plan

What We’re Looking For

  • Education: High school diploma or GED from an accredited high school
  • Licensure/Certification: Valid Driver’s License and auto insurance
  • Experience: 1–3 months of related experience and/or training working with children in a behavioral health care or similar environment preferred
  • Must be at least 20 years old to apply
  • Pre-employment drug screen and background check required

Who We Are

Camber is a private, nonprofit organization and a subsidiary of KVC Health Systems. KVC Health Systems is the parent company of a family of nonprofit organizations working to make a difference in the lives of children and families.

CCMH provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

From KVC Health Systems's job posting for Wichita, KS, checked 5 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.

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