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Remote - Director of Behavioral Health

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$88K - $138K/yr

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Serve as subject matter expert for behavioral health transfer protocols and practices Required Qualifications * Minimum 5 years in behavioral health or hospital operations, with at least 3 years in a ...

Director, Behavioral Health

Fairfield, CA · On-site +1

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This leader provides direction for behavioral health operations, integrated care models, program ... We are expanding access to care across our communities through two acute-care hospitals, including ...

Behavioral Health Technician

Sherborn, MA · On-site

$17 - $20.75/hr

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Behavioral Health Technician * Discipline: Allied Health Professional * Duration: Ongoing * 24 ... At Framingham Union Hospital, you'll find comprehensive health care services for your entire family ...

Behavioral Health Technician

Wellesley Hills, MA · On-site

$17.75 - $21.75/hr

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Behavioral Health Technician * Discipline: Allied Health Professional * Duration: Ongoing * 34 ... At Framingham Union Hospital, you'll find comprehensive health care services for your entire family ...

Behavioral Health Technician

Sherborn, MA · On-site

$17 - $20.75/hr

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Behavioral Health Technician * Discipline: Allied Health Professional * Duration: Ongoing * 24 ... At Framingham Union Hospital, you'll find comprehensive health care services for your entire family ...

Behavioral Health Technician

Wellesley, MA · On-site

$17.75 - $22/hr

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Behavioral Health Technician * Discipline: Allied Health Professional * Duration: Ongoing * 36 ... At Framingham Union Hospital, you'll find comprehensive health care services for your entire family ...

Behavioral Health Technician

Framingham, MA · On-site

$16.75 - $20.75/hr

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Tenet Massachusetts is seeking a Behavioral Health Technician for a job in Framingham ... At Framingham Union Hospital, you'll find comprehensive health care services for your entire family ...

Behavioral Health Technician

Sherborn, MA · On-site

$17 - $20.75/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Retirement

Behavioral Health Technician * Discipline: Allied Health Professional * Duration: Ongoing * 24 ... At Framingham Union Hospital, you'll find comprehensive health care services for your entire family ...

Behavioral Health Technician

Sherborn, MA · On-site

$17 - $20.75/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Retirement

Behavioral Health Technician * Discipline: Allied Health Professional * Duration: Ongoing * 36 ... At Framingham Union Hospital, you'll find comprehensive health care services for your entire family ...

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How much do hospital for behavioral health jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 13, 2026, the average hourly pay for hospital for behavioral health in the United States is $46.83, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $33.41 and $57.21 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a behavioral health professional in a hospital setting?

To thrive as a behavioral health professional in a hospital, you generally need a relevant degree (such as psychology, social work, or counseling), state licensure, and expertise in mental health assessment and intervention. Familiarity with electronic health records (EHRs), crisis intervention tools, and diagnostic systems like DSM-5 is typically required. Excellent communication, empathy, and teamwork are critical soft skills for building trust with patients and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams. These skills and qualifications are essential for delivering effective care, ensuring patient safety, and supporting positive mental health outcomes in a clinical environment.

What is a hospital for behavioral health?

A Hospital for Behavioral Health is a specialized medical facility that provides care and treatment for individuals experiencing mental health disorders, emotional issues, or substance use problems. These hospitals offer a range of services, including psychiatric assessment, inpatient and outpatient treatment, crisis intervention, and therapy. Staffed by mental health professionals such as psychiatrists, psychologists, social workers, and nurses, the goal is to stabilize patients, provide therapeutic support, and help them achieve better mental well-being. Treatment plans are individualized and may include medication, counseling, and group therapy.

What are some common challenges staff encounter when working in a hospital for behavioral health, and how are they typically addressed?

Staff working in a hospital for behavioral health often encounter challenges such as managing crisis situations, supporting patients with complex mental health needs, and maintaining a safe environment for both patients and employees. These challenges are typically addressed through ongoing training in de-escalation techniques, collaboration with multidisciplinary teams, and adherence to strict safety protocols. Additionally, regular team meetings and access to support resources help staff navigate emotionally demanding situations and promote a supportive work culture.
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Job Summary and Responsibilities

Registered Nurse - Behavioral Health Unit (Adult & Adolescent Inpatient)

As our Behavioral Health Unit Registered Nurse, you will help adults and adolescents experiencing a wide range of mental health conditions receive compassionate, evidence-based care in a supportive and therapeutic inpatient environment. Every day you will assess, plan, implement, and evaluate individual patient care, focusing on their mental, emotional, and physical well-being, while maintaining a safe and structured setting for both adult and adolescent populations. You will be expected to supervise care according to policies, procedures, and the State Nurse Practice Act. To be successful in this role, you must be an empathetic and skilled caregiver, adept at therapeutic communication, crisis intervention, and promoting a healing milieu while adhering to established standards.

Responsibilities

  • Provide comprehensive nursing care for adult and adolescent patients with acute and chronic mental health disorders, conducting thorough mental status examinations, age-appropriate risk assessments (e.g., suicide, self-harm, aggression), and identifying behavioral patterns.

  • Implement and manage individualized care plans, focusing on medication administration for psychotropic agents, managing side effects, facilitating therapeutic groups, and providing psychoeducation adapted for both adult and adolescent patients.

  • Perform ongoing assessments of emotional, behavioral, and cognitive status, recognizing subtle changes, skillfully de-escalating crises, and intervening appropriately to ensure patient and staff safety across age groups.

  • Collaborate effectively with psychiatrists, social workers, therapists, case managers, and other behavioral health specialists to ensure an integrated and holistic approach to patient treatment and discharge planning for diverse age populations.

  • Engage patients in therapeutic communication techniques, motivational interviewing, and crisis intervention strategies to build rapport, encourage self-expression, and empower patients in their recovery journey.

  • Maintain accurate and timely documentation of all patient assessments, behaviors, interventions, medications, and responses, ensuring compliance with hospital policies and regulatory requirements specific to mental health care for adults and adolescents.

& THIS JOB OFFERS BOTH AN INCENTIVE AND RELOCATION: We are offering a $17,500 Sign-On Bonus in addition to relocation to new hires who meet the eligibility requirements.

Union Work Agreement:

Shift Type - Variable Shift

On call expectations: none

Weekend/Holiday Rotation: Every other or every 3rd as schedule allows

Job Requirements

Required Qualifications

  • Nursing Degree from an approved school of nursing

  • New Graduate RN's welcome to apply

  • Active Registered Nurse license in good standing with the North Dakota Board of Nursing or Active Registered Nurse license in a compact state

  • Working knowledge of clinical skills in delivery of patient care for behavioral health patients across the adult and adolescent lifespan

  • Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification within the orientation period and meets re-certification as required

  • Note: Certifications like CPI (Crisis Prevention Institute) or other de-escalation training are often required or highly desirable for behavioral health units. Please confirm if this should be added or preferred.

  • Good communication skills necessary for constant communication, both oral and written, with patients, families, visitors, and medical center staff

  • Accountable for own conduct and promotes and supports positive working relationships among staff, between other disciplines, departments, families, visitors, and patients

  • Maintains confidentiality

Where You'll Work

Since 1885, CHI St. Alexius Health has been dedicated to leading health care in this region by enriching the lives of patients through the highest quality of care. We seek to continue our tradition of success and innovation with individuals dedicated to delivering the highest level of expertise and quality. Together we can continue to grow and support the legacy of CHI St. Alexius Health for many years to come.

CHI St. Alexius Health is a regional health network with a tertiary hospital in Bismarck, the system also consists of critical access hospitals (CAHs) in Carrington, Dickinson, Devils Lake, Garrison, Turtle Lake, Washburn and Williston and numerous clinics and outpatient services. CHI St. Alexius Health manages four CAHs in North Dakota - Elgin, Linton, and Wishek, as well as Mobridge Regional Medical Center in Mobridge, S.D. CHI St. Alexius Health offers a comprehensive line of inpatient and outpatient medical services, including: a Level II Trauma Center, primary and specialty physician clinics, home health and hospice services, durable medical equipment services, a fitness and human performance center and ancillary services throughout western and central North Dakota.

CHI St. Alexius Health is part of CommonSpirit Health, a nonprofit, Catholic health system dedicated to advancing health for all people. It was created in February 2019 through the alignment of Catholic Health Initiatives and Dignity Health. CommonSpirit Health is committed to creating healthier communities, delivering exceptional patient care, and ensuring every person has access to quality health care.

Pay Range

$35.38 - $50.69 /hour

We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.


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About Catholic Health Initiatives

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We believe all lives should be filled with health and well-being; that each person should have the knowledge and resources to make the best and healthiest choices for themselves and their families, with access to care and services that make acting on these choices easy. And you deserve personal attention from people who acknowledge and understand your frustrations and work to eliminate them. It means working together because that’s the way we all improve. Catholic Health Initiatives offers expertise, convenience, resources and best-in-class care from a foundation of togetherness. To serve communities better, we’ve grown into the third-largest nonprofit health system in the nation. And we’re not done yet. We currently offer care in 18 states through 101 hospitals and clinics, including three academic health centers and major teaching hospitals as well as 29 critical-access facilities, community health-service organizations, and nursing colleges. We connect agencies, communities and facilities with a goal of bringing everyone the care they need where they need it.

Industry

Hospitals

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Englewood, CO, US

Year founded

1995

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