Direct Support Supervisor (Behavioral Health)

Behavioral HealthNo callNo weekendsFull-Time

Listed compensation

$22-$24/hr

The week · per this posting · Wednesday – Saturday

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Posted 10m ago · Verified live

Job Description

Direct Support Supervisor (Behavioral Health Residential Program) Pay: $22.00 - $24.00 per hour Schedule: Full-Time Overnights: Wednesday - Saturday 11:00pm - 7:00am Location: Stafford, TX

Are you a natural leader who enjoys mentoring others while making a meaningful impact in the lives of young adults?

Are you looking for a role where you can combine leadership, direct client support, and behavioral health experience in a residential setting? OPI Houston is seeking a Direct Support Supervisor to lead overnight shift operations and support young adults ages 18-28 as they build independence, life skills, and emotional wellness.

In this role, you'll supervise direct care staff, help maintain a safe and structured environment, and serve as a key resource for both clients and team members. If you're ready to step into a leadership position where your guidance and support help others succeed, we'd love to hear from you.

Responsibilities

Team Leadership: Lead shift meetings, communicate updates, train and coach staff, delegate responsibilities, and ensure accountability.

Staff Development: Model and reinforce effective caregiving practices, relationship-building skills, and professional standards while supporting mentor growth and performance.

Client Support & Safety: Maintain a safe, structured environment, respond to client needs, uphold healthy boundaries, and follow all safety protocols.

Shift Operations: Oversee daily shift activities, coordinate staffing coverage, support team members, and ensure the campus remains organized and well-maintained.

Documentation & Communication: Ensure timely and accurate completion of logs, progress notes, incident reports, drills, and shift summaries while communicating key updates to leadership and the treatment team.

Professional Standards: Demonstrate company values, maintain professionalism, follow policies and procedures, complete required training, and adhere to attendance and scheduling expectations.

Qualifications

Age: 21 years of age or older

Education

High school diploma or equivalent G.E.D required. Associates or bachelor's in human services, psychology, criminal justice, or related field is preferred.

Skills

Quick decision-making skills and a growth mindset with a focus on Embarks core values.

Experience

  • Minimum of 1 year of experience working with young adult populations is preferred
  • Minimum of 1 year of leadership experience.
  • Certifications: CPR and First Aid certification preferred, will provide training

Background Checks: Must pass pre-employment drug screen and federal and state background check in concordance with Texas state laws.

Benefits

Access to an established Mastery Program that offers professional and financial opportunities for professional growth.

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance – Multiple plan options including PPO and HDHPs with HSA eligibility and company contributions.

  • Paid Parental Leave – Up to 6 weeks fully paid for exempt employees and 4 weeks for non-exempt.
  • Life & Disability Coverage – Company-paid life, AD&D, and long-term disability; voluntary life and optional short-term disability available.
  • 401(k) with Company Match – Retirement savings with matching contributions after eligibility period.
  • PTO & Holidays – Competitive PTO accrual plans and paid holidays throughout the year.
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – Free, confidential support for life’s challenges.

OPI is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. We are committed to enriching the therapeutic and healing experience we offer through the diversity of our employees and community. We actively seek to recruit and support a broadly diverse staff who contribute to our excellence, diversity of viewpoints and experiences, and relevance in a global society.

OPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable laws. Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities. #OPITX

Certifications

CPR (preferred)

Key Skills

Staff trainingBehavioral health supportCrisis interventionConflict resolution

Behavioral Health Career Context

The cost-of-living index for Texas is 97.1 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$48k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $49k in an average-cost state. 57.7% of Texas clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Of the 40 active Behavioral Health listings this role was benchmarked against, 30% are remote, 18% have no call, 75% require no weekends.

What does the Behavioral Health market look like in Texas?
MeasureThis jobMarket
Cost-of-living adjusted pay~$49k in purchasing powerTexas index 97.1 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Behavioral Health listings in Texas34 active797 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 30% remote · 18% no call · 75% no weekends40 benchmarked listings
New Behavioral Health listings844 in the last 30 days551 the 30 days before (+53%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Behavioral Health pay trend−18.4% 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.

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Direct Support Supervisor (Behavioral Health) at Optimum Performance Institute a 6.6 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the top 25% of all Behavioral Health healthcare professional listings evaluated on our platform. Contributing factors include no on-call duties, no weekend requirements.

Location & Logistics

Texas has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states. At the posted ~$48k midpoint, that is roughly $2k–$3k a year versus a typical 4–7% state rate.

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About Optimum Performance Institute

Mental Health Care
Woodland Hills, CA
51-200 employees

Benefits & Perks

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
Paid Parental Leave
Life & Disability Coverage
401(k) with Company Match
PTO & Holidays
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Living in Stafford

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$267k
Typical market rent
$1,568/mo
Residents’ average commute
26 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.