Behavioral Health Technician Salary Guide
Average Behavioral Health Technician Salary
$24.01/hour
The average salary for a Behavioral Health Technician is $24.01 per hour. This is 66% lower than the practicing US average of $39.79.
Estimate based on Bureau of Labor Statistics data.
Salaries for Behavioral Health Technician compared to Allied Health Professional National Averages
$24.01/hour
66% lower than the practicing US average.
$39.79/hour
United States
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Behavioral Health Technician jobs?
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Legacy Health | $59 | $59 |
| Soar Autism Center | $24 | $25 |
| BJC HealthCare | $23 | $23 |
Last updated on December 24, 2024. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.
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What professional certifications can potentially increase my salary as a Behavioral Health Technician?
Earning your Nationally Certified Psychiatric Technicians (NCPT-AAPT) often increases your salary potential as a behavioral health technician or makes you eligible for another position with greater responsibilities, which also might include a bump in wages.
Can having a Nationally Certified Psychiatric Technicians (NCPT-AAPT) boost my salary as a Behavioral Health Technician?
Yes, having a Nationally Certified Psychiatric Technicians (NCPT-AAPT) or any relevant professional certification has the potential to boost your salary as a behavioral health technician.
Where can I learn more about working as a Behavioral Health Tech?
Take a look at Vivian's Behavioral Health Tech Career Guide for more information, including required education, responsibilities, pros and cons and more.