Mental Health Tech | Behavioral Health Unit | Full-Time | Nights (3-12's)
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This posting does not state an hourly rate. Open behavioral health technician jobs in Florida post a median of $18 an hour, the middle half $17.25–$19.13, across 12 jobs that state their pay. Behavioral health technicians employed in Florida earn a median of $20.95 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
Overview
Join UF Health and be part of a team committed to exceptional patient care, innovation, and community impact. We are currently seeking a passionate individual who is eager to make a difference in a dynamic healthcare environment.
Responsibilities
The Mental Health Tech provides care, support, supervision and safety for patients on an Inpatient Behavioral Health Unit. Works collaboratively with an interdisciplinary team and under direct supervision of an RN to ensure the provision of quality patient care.
Schedule
FTE: 0.90 (3-12's)
Hours: Nights
Days: Variable
Location: St. Augustine, FL
Qualifications
Education/Training
Required: High School Diploma/Equivalent
Experience
Required: 0 - 1 year Mental Health Unit/Direct Patient Care
Preferred: Experience working with patients in a mental health care setting.
Certificates/Licenses/Registration
Required
- Basic Life Support (BLS) provided by American Heart Association (AHA), required within 30 days of employment.
- WELLE Certification. WELLE training (Non-Abusive Psychological & Physical Intervention) within 90-days of employment; annual re-certification will be required thereafter.
Must successfully pass an AHCA Level 2 screening for this position: https://info.flclearinghouse.com/
From UF Health's job posting, checked 4 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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About UF Health
UF Health is the University of Florida's nonprofit academic health system, with 12 (source: UF Health, About UF Health) hospitals, hundreds of physician practices and outpatient locations, and more than 30,000 (source: UF Health, About UF Health) faculty and staff in Gainesville, Jacksonville and Central Florida. Source: UF Health, About UF Health
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