Average Travel Behavioral Health Technician Salary

$1,427/week

The average salary for a Travel Behavioral Health Technician is $1,427 per week. This is 73% lower than the practicing US average of $2,475.

Last updated on March 31, 2026. Based on 11 active jobs on Vivian.com in the last 7 days.

Salaries for Travel Behavioral Health Technician compared to Allied Health Professional National Averages

$1,427/week

73% lower than the practicing US average.

$2,475/week

United States

What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Travel Behavioral Health Technician jobs?
Average Weekly SalaryMax Weekly Salary
Genie Healthcare$2,035$2,035
TheraEX Staffing Services$1,988$1,988
LanceSoft$1,747$2,200
TriOptus$1,702$1,702
Integrated Healthcare Services$1,646$1,646
Wellspring Nurse Source$1,575$2,239
LifePoint$1,166$1,166
Care Team Solutions$1,063$1,063

Last updated on March 31, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com.

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Travel Behavioral Health Technician FAQs

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 Travel Behavioral Health Tech?

Take a look at Vivian's Travel Behavioral Health Tech Career Guide for more information, including required education, responsibilities, pros and cons and more.