Behavioral Health Tech

Behavioral Health Technician (PRN - Weekends)

The Bridge Behavioral Health | Lincoln, NE

Starting Pay: $18.45 per hour

Shift Differential: Additional $1.50/hour for all hours worked between 6:00 p.m. and 6:00 a.m.

Looking for a Flexible Weekend Job That Makes a Difference?

At The Bridge Behavioral Health, you'll have the opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of adults recovering from substance use disorders. Every shift is an opportunity to provide hope, encouragement, and support to someone taking the next step in their recovery journey.

We're currently hiring PRN (as-needed) Behavioral Health Technicians to provide weekend coverage.

Apply directly through The Bridge Behavioral Health website today! We review applications regularly.

PRN Schedule

We are currently seeking applicants available to work Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays.

Available Shifts

• 6:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
• 2:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.
• 10:00 p.m. - 6:00 a.m.

PRN employees must work a minimum of 16 hours per month to maintain active PRN status.

What You'll Do

As a Behavioral Health Technician, you'll help create a safe, structured, and supportive environment where clients can focus on recovery.

Responsibilities include:

• Providing direct support and supervision to clients in residential treatment.
• Building positive, therapeutic relationships while maintaining professional boundaries.
• Monitoring client safety through rounds, room checks, and observations.
• Assisting with client admissions, discharges, and orientations.
• Responding to crisis situations using trauma-informed de-escalation techniques.
• Facilitating recovery-focused, life skills, and recreational groups.
• Assisting clients with transportation, appointments, and community resources.
• Completing accurate electronic documentation and communicating with the treatment team.
• Working collaboratively with counselors, nurses, case managers, and leadership.
• Helping maintain a clean, organized, and welcoming treatment environment.

No two days are the same, but every day offers the opportunity to positively impact someone's recovery.

Why Join The Bridge?

• Meaningful work that changes lives.
• Flexible PRN scheduling.
• Supportive, team-oriented culture.
• Valuable experience in behavioral health and addiction treatment.
• Opportunities for professional growth and advancement.
• Work for a respected nonprofit serving the Lincoln community.

Minimum Qualifications

Applicants must:

• Be at least 21 years of age.
• Be eligible to work in the United States.
• Possess a valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.
• Hold a current CPR certification or obtain certification upon hire.
• Obtain Medication Aide certification within 90 days of hire.
• Have one of the following:
  • Two years of coursework in a human services-related field;
  • Two years of experience or training in behavioral health, healthcare, human services, or a related field; or
  • Two years of lived recovery experience with demonstrated skills supporting individuals in recovery.
• Successfully complete all required pre-employment screenings.

Behavioral health or healthcare experience is preferred, but we encourage compassionate, dependable individuals with a passion for helping others to apply.

Ready to Make a Difference?

If you're looking for a rewarding opportunity where you can make an impact while working alongside an incredible team, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply directly through The Bridge Behavioral Health website today!