Lead Behavioral Health Technican

Behavioral Health TechIncludes callNo weekendsFull-Time

Listed compensation

$18/hour

The week · per this posting · Monday – Friday

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Job Description

We are seeking a dedicated and organized Lead Behavioral Health Technician to support the effective operation of our behavioral health facility. This role offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to a compassionate environment focused on patient care and organizational excellence.

The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills, attention to detail, and a commitment to supporting both staff and clients. If you are passionate about making a positive impact in people's lives and possess strong leadership skills, we invite you to apply.

Fulltime Shift

Monday to Friday 3:00 pm to 11:00pm

Key Responsibilities

  • Assist the Facility Administrator in managing daily operations
  • Facilitate communication between team members, clients, and families to promote effective care
  • Ensure a safe, respectful, and supportive environment for clients and staff
  • Participate in staff meetings, training sessions, and quality improvement initiatives
  • Daily chart documentation
  • Be familiar with The Wood Group’s policy and procedures to include employee handbook
  • On- Call rotation every other week

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.

Join our organization committed to fostering a compassionate, collaborative, and growth-oriented environment. We offer opportunities for professional development, competitive benefits, and the chance to make a meaningful difference in the lives of those we serve.

Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent; additional education or certification in behavioral health preferred
  • Minimum of 2 years of experience working in behavioral health or related field
  • Prior supervisory or leadership experience is highly desirable
  • Strong understanding of mental health disorders, treatment modalities, and crisis intervention
  • Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to remain calm and professional in high-pressure situations
  • Knowledge of confidentiality and ethical standards in healthcare
  • Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation may be required

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure
Experience
2+ years of experience

Key Skills

Daily Operations ManagementStaff SupervisionOrganizational Skills

Behavioral Health Career Context

Of the 40 active Behavioral Health listings this role was benchmarked against, 65% have no call, 48% require no weekends.

Behavioral Health pay on WeekdayDoc is up 8.1% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).

The cost-of-living index for Texas is 97.1 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$37k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $39k in an average-cost state. 57.7% of Texas clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Location & Logistics

Texas has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states. At the posted ~$37k midpoint, that is roughly $1k–$3k a year versus a typical 4–7% state rate.

Top Behavioral Health Tech Jobs

21 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution21 jobs · 16 employers

9
<$45k
9
$45k-50k
2
$52k
1
$59k

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks16 jobs

401k / retirement match
100% this job
CME allowance
31%
Sign-on bonus
6%
Loan repayment
6%

Share of similar jobs offering each benefit

#1

Behavioral Health Technician at Hill (83693)

Centurion Health · Galesburg, Illinois

$26.91-$28.58/hr
#2

Behavioral Health Associate

Lynchburg Comprehensive Treatment Center · Lynchburg, Virginia

$22-$25/hr
#3

Behavioral Health Technician - Bachelor's Degree in Psychology (83704)

$25/hr
#4

Behavioral Health Technician (Greenbrook)

$22-$24/hr
+ 19 more · ranked by pay

Work-life snapshot

median 1.5this job 3.9
Better work-life than 60% of Behavioral Health listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 1,312 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

  • No weekends
  • Includes call

Living in Austin

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$455k
Typical market rent
$1,586/mo
Residents’ average commute
24 min
State income tax
None
Sources & methodology

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

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

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Mental Health Care
Wichita Falls, Texas
51-200 employees

Benefits & Perks

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