$25–$45/hr
School / Clinic / Outpatient
Days · Evenings
BCBA certification
Base pay ranges from $15.00 - $16.12 an hour based on experience. Shift
Job Description
- Shifts: Sunday - Thursday 7am - 3pm
- Shifts: Monday - Friday 3pm - 11pm
Overview About Lakeview Center Lakeview Center provides comprehensive behavioral health care to adults and children with mental illnesses, drug and alcohol dependencies and intellectual disabilities. Across Northwest Florida, our services range from residential treatment to outpatient counseling, psychiatry, trauma care, treatments for substance misuse and 24/7 support for those with serious mental illnesses. Learn more at eLakeviewCenter.org. Overview: A Behavior Health Technician assists the counselors/therapeutic/nursing staff by providing clinical support to adults and children who are receiving substance abuse, mental health services or co-occurring disorders in residential programs, inpatient settings, day/evening programs, outpatient programs and/or community-based programs. This position is responsible for, but is not limited to: Establishing a positive helping relationship with persons receiving services. Assisting persons receiving services to complete activities of daily living, including accessing needed resources, and building functional, pro-social relationships with others. Ensuring the health, safety, and well-being of person receiving services. Implementing specific interventions according to the person’s treatment or service plan. Monitoring and documenting the person’s progress. Role Requirements: High School Diploma or GED required. One (1) year of experience working in a behavioral health setting is preferred. Must be able to obtain provided CPR certification. Must be able to pass provided CPI training. Must be able to complete the 20 hours of the required CCA (Child Caring Agency) training that is provided.
- Must be able to pass Human Trafficking training and certification within 60 days of hire.
- Must be able to provide individualized, integrated mental health, substance abuse and co-occurring services to meet the needs of individuals served and their families, as required. Good verbal and written communication skills. Ability to work other behavioral health programs as needed. Must be able to pass organization screening requirements, including state or federal background screenings as appropriate.
Compensation
Base pay ranges from $15.00 - $16.12 an hour based on experience. Shift differential pay is $2.00- $4.00 per hour if applicable. To Apply: Interested applicants please visit [ and complete the on-line application. If you require additional assistance, please call Human Resources at . LifeView Group, Inc.is an Equal Opportunity employer. Individuals with Disabilities and Veterans are encouraged to apply. Drug Free Workplace Employer, DRUG TESTING REQUIRED. A Level II background screening is required. For more information, please use the following link. HB531 | Florida Agency for Health Care Administration [
Requirements
Active BCBA certification from BACB in good standing
Experience requirements vary by employer.
BLS typically required.
Ability to stand for long shifts, lift up to 50 lbs, and assist with patient transfers.
Frequently asked questions
What license do I need to apply?
An active state license in your discipline (PT, OT, SLP, LCSW, LPC, BCBA, etc.) in good standing. Therapy licensure is state-specific — the PT, OT, and ASLP-IC compacts let you practice in member states without a separate license.
Is this a school-year or year-round position?
School-based therapy roles typically follow a 9- or 10-month school-year calendar with summers off. Outpatient, hospital, home-health, and telehealth positions are year-round with PTO. Both options are widely available — check the job description for specifics.
What experience is expected?
Most therapy roles welcome new grads through mid-career clinicians. Specialty positions (acute care, NICU, pediatric feeding, hand therapy) typically prefer 2+ years plus relevant certifications.
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