Pays $50k-$64k — Healthcare Admin market median is ~$68k (10 jobs)
Behavioral Health Specialist I
About the Role
Psychiatry support role at state living center. Day shift, may require weekends/holidays. Pension. Richmond, TX.
Join Texas Health & Human Services Commission as a Behavioral Health Specialist I – State Benefits, Pension in Richmond, Texas, United States. Join the Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) and be part of a team committed to creating a positive impact in the lives of fellow Texans. At HHSC, your contributions matter, and we support you at each stage of your life and work journey.
Benefits & Compensation
- Pay rate: $4135 - $5372.42/month.
- 100% paid employee health insurance for full-time eligible employees
- Defined benefit pension plan
- Generous time off benefits
- Numerous opportunities for career advancement
Work Schedule
- Contract position.
- On-site position.
- Call responsibilities required.
- Weekend coverage may be required.
- Day shift only - no nights.
This position offers day shifts only. Work with Texas Health & Human Services Commission in Richmond, Texas, United States.
Key Responsibilities
The Behavioral Health Specialist organizes and maintains psychiatric service infrastructure, including managing databases and tracking psychiatric care data for residents. They also participate in interdisciplinary team meetings and perform chart reviews to ensure compliance with clinical standards and treatment protocols.
Requirements
Candidates must possess a Bachelor's degree or LVN licensure with at least one year of experience, or an Associate degree with three years of relevant experience. Proficiency in computer databases, spreadsheets, and strong organizational skills are required.
Qualifications
- Education
- Bachelor degree
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Key Skills
Healthcare Administration Career Context
Of the 43 active Healthcare Administration listings this role was benchmarked against, 30% are remote, 19% have no call, 56% require no weekends.
The cost-of-living index for Texas is 97.1 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$57k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $59k in an average-cost state. 57.7% of Texas clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
Healthcare Administration pay on WeekdayDoc is up 1.2% vs. the prior quarter (through Aug 2026).
Location & Logistics
Texas has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states. At the posted ~$57k midpoint, that is roughly $2k–$4k a year versus a typical 4–7% state rate.
Position Insights
AI ANALYSISThis role scores 5.1/10 on work-life balance for Healthcare Admin roles.
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