Behavioral Health Technician

Behavioral Health TechFull-Time

Listed compensation

$17/hour

The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed

Ask the employer about the work setting, call expectations, weekend coverage and time off.

Posted 2mo ago

Job Description

We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Behavioral Health Technician to join our mental health care team. In this vital role, you will support individuals experiencing behavioral health challenges, helping them achieve stability and improved well-being through compassionate care and structured support. If you are committed to making a positive impact in people's lives and possess a strong sense of empathy, we encourage you to apply.

Full-time Shift Available

Overnight shift - 7pm to 7am -(12hr rotating schedule)

Below are a few job duties to expect as a Behavioral Health Tech:

Ensure the safety and well-being of all residents at all times.

Cook and serve meals. Follow the facility menu as posted.

Responsible for completing items listed on the facility Chore Sheet as directed by the administrator.

Responsible for assuring all residents are treated with dignity and respect.

Responsible for the supervision of all resident medication procedures. Ensure that all residents receive their proper medication at the proper time. All narcotics will be counted and documented on each shift.

Daily Chart Documentation

Be familiar with The Wood Group’s policy and procedures to include employee handbook.

What Our Company Offers

  • Healthcare
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • Retirement ( 4% matching)
  • Vacation/PTO

Paid Training

Providing behavioral health services to the Mental Health Community of Texas since 1980. Our behavioral health services have been designed to meet the needs of individuals with severe and persistent mental illness. We have worked hard to develop partnerships with local Community Centers and other agencies to provide quality services.

The Wood Group staff is trained to provide caring and compassionate services to the clients involved in our programs. We work as a team with the Community Centers or other agencies to provide services to clients so they can return to productive daily living in their community. All The Wood Group subsidiaries are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates.

The Wood Group subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers and as such, openly support and fully commit to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion and compensation of individuals without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent; additional certification in behavioral health or related field preferred
  • Prior experience in mental health, behavioral health, or social services is advantageous
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills
  • Ability to remain calm and composed in high-pressure situations
  • Empathy, patience, and a genuine desire to help others
  • Knowledge of behavioral health practices, safety protocols, and crisis intervention techniques
  • Compassionate and patient-centered approach to care

Key Responsibilities

The Behavioral Health Technician ensures the safety and well-being of residents while providing structured support and compassionate care. Responsibilities include meal preparation, medication supervision, and maintaining accurate daily chart documentation.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure

Key Skills

Mental Health SupportPatient CareInterpersonal SkillsChore Management

Behavioral Health Career Context

Of the 40 active Behavioral Health listings this role was benchmarked against, 65% have no call, 60% require no weekends.

Behavioral Health pay on WeekdayDoc is down 1.0% vs. the prior quarter (through Oct 2026).

Behavioral Health by the numbers
MeasureThis jobMarket
Listed pay$35kBehavioral Health median $40k (middle half $35k–$40k)15 comparable listings, Nov 2026
Cost-of-living adjusted pay~$36k in purchasing powerTexas index 97.1 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Behavioral Health listings in Texas63 active1,228 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 65% no call · 60% no weekends40 benchmarked listings
Sign-on & loan repaymentnot statedUS healthcare professional listings (all specialties): 4% state a sign-on bonus (median $3k) · 12% offer loan repayment1,000 active listings, Nov 2026
New Behavioral Health listings861 in the last 30 days503 the 30 days before (+71%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Behavioral Health pay trend−1.0% vs prior quarter—through Oct 2026
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index, BEA Regional Price Parities (2024); as of Nov 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

Location & Logistics

Texas has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states. At the posted ~$35k midpoint, that is roughly $1k–$2k a year versus a typical 4–7% state rate.

Top Behavioral Health Tech Jobs

21 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution

21 jobs · 19 employers
3
$40k
5
$40k-45k
8
$45k-50k
2
$52k
3
$55k+

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks

14 jobs
401k / retirement match
100% this job
CME allowance
36%
Sign-on bonus
14%
PSLF eligible
14%
Loan repayment
7%

Share of similar jobs offering each benefit

#1

Behavioral Health Technician - Float Pool

Essentia Health · Duluth, Minnesota

$23.28-$34.63/hr
#2

Behavioral Health Technician

Centurion Health · Taylorville, Illinois

$26.91-$28.58/hr
#3

Therapeutic Recreation Behavioral Health Technician (BHT)

$23-$27/hr
#4

Behavioral Health Technician

$16-$25/hr
+ 19 more · ranked by pay

Work-life snapshot

median 1.5this job 1.5
Below most Behavioral Health listings for work-life

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 1,195 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

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About Confidential Employer

Mental Health Care
Wichita Falls, Texas
51-200 employees

Benefits & Perks

Healthcare
Dental
Vision
Retirement (4% matching)
Vacation/PTO
Paid Training

Living in Austin

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$450k
Typical market rent
$1,571/mo
Residents’ average commute
24 min
State income tax
None
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Sep 2026), Zillow market rents (Sep 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.