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WELLSTONE

Part-Time Behavioral Aide - Weekends

Huntsville, AL · On-site

$20 - $23.50/hr

As a Behavioral Aide at our WellStar/CRC location, employees care for clients in the group home ... Health, earn certifications in their trainings and create a path forward with a career in Mental ...

Behavioral Health Group

Counselor - Part-time

Mobile, AL · On-site

$22 - $25/hr

Counselor $22 - $25 Hourly Behavioral Health Group (BHG) is the largest network of Joint Commission-accredited treatment centers and the leading provider of opioid addiction treatment services. We ...

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What is a part time behavioral health worker?

A part time behavioral health worker is a professional who supports individuals with mental health, emotional, or behavioral issues on a part-time basis, typically working less than 40 hours per week. They may provide counseling, crisis intervention, case management, or support services in settings such as clinics, schools, or community centers. Their goal is to help clients improve their well-being and cope with life’s challenges, often as part of a larger treatment team. Part time positions allow for flexible scheduling while still making a meaningful impact in the field of behavioral health.

How do part-time behavioral health professionals typically collaborate with full-time staff to ensure continuity of care for patients?

Part-time behavioral health professionals frequently coordinate with full-time colleagues through shared electronic health records, regular team meetings, and case discussions to maintain seamless patient care. They often participate in interdisciplinary rounds and communicate progress or concerns with the broader care team, including psychiatrists, social workers, and nurses. Effective collaboration is essential, especially when managing complex cases, and organizations usually provide structured processes to facilitate smooth hand-offs and ongoing communication between part-time and full-time staff.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Part Time Behavioral Health professional, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Part Time Behavioral Health professional, you typically need a background in psychology, social work, counseling, or a related field, often with relevant licensure or certification. Familiarity with electronic health records (EHRs), crisis intervention protocols, and behavioral assessment tools is important. Strong interpersonal skills, active listening, and emotional resilience help professionals build rapport and effectively support clients in diverse and challenging situations. These skills and qualifications are crucial for delivering quality mental health care while managing a flexible, sometimes unpredictable work schedule.
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Infographic showing various Part Time Behavioral Health job openings in Alabama as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% As Needed, 76% Full Time, 17% Part Time, and 5% Contract. Highlights an 95% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution.

Part-Time Behavioral Health Technician

WELLSTONE

Huntsville, AL • On-site

$15 - $18.25/hr

Part-time

Re-posted 3 days ago

Job description

Job Description: Our Behavioral Health Technician is a great entry-level role for anyone at least 18 years of age and older, with a high school diploma and interested in working in the Behavioral Health field. In this position, employees interact with clients experiencing mental health emergencies, support our therapeutic team and learn documentation along with other state standards followed by the Department of Mental Health. Those hired in this role will work weekends (Saturdays & Sundays) in our WellStone Emergency Services with 1st Shift (8AM-4PM), 2nd shift (4PM-12AM) & 3rd Shift (12AM-8AM) positions available.

What you'll be doing:

  • Provide consistent instruction, guidance, encouragement, and reinforcement to the clients that are committed to WellStone Emergency Services.
  • Regularly implements basic living skills training objectives and documents resident’s progress in a timely manner in the Electronic Health Record.  
  • Helps to coordinate activities, conduct group therapy, document client’s progress, and maintain electronic documentation in timely manner.
  • Work closely with WES Treatment Team.
  • Regularly completes documentation of staff notes, incident reports, injury reports, shift observations, and other reports in a timely and accurate manner.
  • May be required to lift approximately 50 lbs. and push/pull or transport client and equipment.
  • Ensure clients comply with rules, maintain a clean and safe environment including the performance of housekeeping, assist clients where necessary.
  • Demonstrates and practices good safety skills, including fire drills, emergency procedures, and back safety techniques.
  • Promotes a positive work environment, including positive relationships with supervisors, clients, and their families and/or co-workers
  • Attends staff meetings, in-service meetings, and trainings as required and remains current on all training/certifications.
  • Works as scheduled, correctly completes and submits timesheet and leave requests in a timely manner.
  • Reports any facility or maintenance issues in a timely fashion and assists in the maintenance/housekeeping of the facility and equipment.
  • Performs verbal and, at times, physical de-escalation techniques as required, in addition to crisis interventions.
  • Report to work on time, willing to remain on shift if not relieved, coordinate coverage with other Behavioral Aides for dates unable to report to work, either annual or sick leave requests.
  • May have to be an escort/guardian for clients who are sent to the Hospital for evaluation.
  • Complete other duties as assigned. 

 This job description is only a summary of the typical functions of the job and is not designed to be an exhaustive or comprehensive list of all possible duties, tasks, or responsibilities that are required of the employee as they may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

What we're looking for:

  • High School Diploma or GED
  • Familiar with Microsoft Office and basic computer skills
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skill
  • Certified in CPR and SAMA or ability to obtain
  • Ability to obtain Medication Assistant Certification (MAC 1)
  • Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) or ability to obtain

We are compassionate towards those impacted by behavioral health disorders.

We are dedicated to one another through collaboration and teamwork.

We are optimistic problem-solvers who do what it takes to get the job done.

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