DAY Southern Live Oak Wellness Behavioral Health Technician BHT First Shift
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This posting states $17 an hour. Open behavioral health technician jobs in Georgia post a median of $18.25 an hour, the middle half $17–$23.25, across 12 jobs that state their pay, so this one is within the middle half of what they post. Behavioral health technicians employed in Georgia earn a median of $22.24 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
Behavioral Health Technician (BHT) – First Shift
Southern Live Oak Wellness | Dunwoody, GA
Hours: 7:00 AM–3:30 PM
Southern Live Oak Wellness, a NANA Healthcare Management company, is seeking compassionate, dependable Behavioral Health Technicians (BHTs) to support our Dunwoody-area programs. Help clients begin their day with structure, encouragement, and support while contributing to a safe treatment environment.
Specific workdays, weekend requirements, and employment status vary by opening.
Compensation
- Starting at $17.00/hour
- Compensation is negotiable based on experience
Responsibilities
- Support clients with morning routines, daily activities, and preparation for programming.
- Encourage participation in scheduled treatment activities and reinforce program expectations.
- Conduct routine safety checks and maintain a supportive environment.
- Observe and document client behaviors, participation, and significant events.
- Communicate concerns promptly to housing, clinical, and nursing staff.
- Use supportive communication and approved de-escalation techniques.
- Maintain confidentiality, professional boundaries, and thorough shift handoffs.
Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED required.
- Experience in behavioral health, residential treatment, healthcare, or direct support preferred.
- Strong communication, observation, and teamwork skills.
- A compassionate approach and the ability to remain calm in challenging situations.
- Dependable attendance and consistent availability for the agreed-upon schedule.
Apply Today
Submit your resume and include your daily availability, weekend availability, preferred employment type - full-time, part-time, or PRN - and earliest start date. Please confirm your availability to work 7:00 AM–3:30 PM .
From NANA Healthcare Management's job posting, checked 12 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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