Behavioral Health Therapist Salary in the United States
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How much does a Behavioral Health Therapist make hourly in the United States? The average hourly wage for a Behavioral Health Therapist in the United States is $28 as of September 26, 2019, but the salary range typically falls between $25 and $35. Hourly rate can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target. View the Cost of Living in Major Cities

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Salary range for a Behavioral Health Therapist

$25 to $35

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Average Hourly Wage

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28

Average Total Hourly Cash Compensation

Includes base and short-term incentives

26

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29

These charts show the average hourly wage (core compensation), as well as the average total hourly cash compensation for the job of Behavioral Health Therapist in the United States. The average hourly rate for Behavioral Health Therapist ranges from $25 to $35 with the average hourly pay of $28. The total hourly cash compensation, which includes base and short-term incentives, can vary anywhere from $26 to $36 with the average total hourly cash compensation of $29.

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Entry Level ABA Behavioral Therapist

Centria Healthcare - Hayward , CA

An ABA Therapist job is available through Centria Healthcare. This position will help the development of children who are on the Autism Spectrum by providing ABA (Applied Behavior Analysis) Therapy

Centria Healthcare - 3 days ago

Behavioral Health Therapist, Per Diem, AM Shift

Adventist Health Glendale - Glendale , CA

We're looking for someone to join our team as a Behavioral Health Therapist who: Provides individualized patient assessments and behavioral treatments, understanding the developmental needs and range ...

Adventist - Southern CA - 3 days ago

Rewarding Entry-Level Position | Behavioral Therapist

Maxim Healthcare Services - San Jose , CA

Here at Maxim Healthcare Services , we value commitment, work life balance and providing the best ABA Therapy possible for our kiddos! Our BT's provide behavioral intervention to children on the ...

Maxim Healthcare Services - 7 days ago

Behavior Technician

Centria Healthcare - Fremont , CA

... or Healthcare Professional looking for an exciting career opportunity. This position is also a ... Current Behavioral Interventionists, ABA Therapists, ABA Technicians or students in Psychology ...

Centria Healthcare - 3 days ago

Pediatric Behavioral Health Clinician

The Children's Clinic -

... Licensure: LCSW, LPC, LMFT or Licensed Psychologist Experience: 4 years in clinical service ... behavioral health needs. 1 year clinical experience in a primary care or other medical setting

LinkedIn - 4 days ago

Behavioral Health Counselor

East Bay Agency For Children (EBAC) - Oakland , CA

East Bay Agency for Children (EBAC) is currently seeking a Behavioral Health Counselor I (BHC) to ... play therapy group sessions, field trips, Expressive Arts and Skills groups. Other duties as ...

ZipRecruiter - 10 days ago

What does a Behavioral Health Therapist do?

Behavioral Health Therapist

Assist with crisis coverage during office hours, both face-to-face and by phone, assist with screening involuntary applications for county probate court, and assess Next Day Urgent appointments for BHR.

August 11, 2019

Providence does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, disability, veteran, military status, religion, age, creed, national origin, sexual identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by local, state, or federal law.

August 23, 2019

Completes all documentation within the timelines requirements of the treatment process in accordance with hospital, departmental, and regulatory agency requirements.

August 23, 2019

Maintains effective communications with patients, families, team members and managers as evidenced by mutual support, open communication, trust and support.

August 23, 2019

Demonstrated knowledge and proficiency in behavioral health assessment and treatment of substance use disorder, mental health, and co-occurring disorder interventions and applications with a focus on evidence based practices.

August 23, 2019

Training and experience, and/or demonstrated competency in casework principles, including diagnosis, assessment, crisis intervention, treatment and transition planning.

August 23, 2019

Utilize clinical knowledge and training to recognize when medical referral is appropriate and to understand psychotropic medications, side effects and related diagnoses.

August 23, 2019

Documenting patient information and care in the medical record to ensure accurate documentation of course of treatment as it pertains to the billing process.

August 23, 2019

Participate in ongoing training in behavioral health issues and provide consultation and training to primary care and dental clinic staff in mental health and behavioral medicine topics including communication skills, brief interventions, counseling skills, motivational interviewing, medication use and misuse, substance abuse, wellness, rehabilitation, recovery and self-sufficiency.

August 26, 2019

Performs professional mental health and addictions therapy and related duties in the treatment of clients having psychologically related problems.

September 03, 2019

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