Behavioral Health Technician

Behavioral Health TechIncludes weekendsPart-Time

Listed compensation

$18/hour

The week · per this posting

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

Posted 2mo ago

Job Description

Behavioral Health Technician (Part-Time)

We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Part-Time Behavioral Health Technician to join our mental health team. This role offers an opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of individuals receiving behavioral health services. The ideal candidate will be committed to providing supportive care in a respectful and professional manner, contributing to a positive and healing environment.

Weekend Position Available

  • Saturday & Sunday - Day shift (8am to 8pm)
  • Saturday & Sunday - Overnight shift (8pm to 8am)
  • 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.

Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent; additional training or certification in behavioral health is a plus
  • Previous experience in mental health, social services, or related fields preferred
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills
  • Ability to remain calm and professional in challenging situations
  • Compassionate, patient, and empathetic attitude
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • Basic knowledge of behavioral health principles and practices
  • Flexibility to work part-time hours, weekends required

Key Responsibilities

The Behavioral Health Technician is responsible for ensuring the safety and well-being of residents, including meal preparation and medication administration. They must also maintain accurate daily chart documentation and adhere to facility policies and procedures.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure

Key Skills

Mental health supportPatient careInterpersonal skillsCrisis managementCookingSafety monitoring

Behavioral Health Career Context

Of the 40 active Behavioral Health listings this role was benchmarked against, 68% have no call, 38% 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$37kBehavioral Health median $40k (middle half $35k–$40k)15 comparable listings, Nov 2026
Cost-of-living adjusted pay~$39k 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: 68% no call · 38% 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 ~$37k midpoint, that is roughly $1k–$3k a year versus a typical 4–7% state rate.

Top Behavioral Health Tech Jobs

38 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution

25 jobs
12
<$45k
10
$45k-55k
2
$55k-65k
1
$72k

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks

23 jobs
401k / retirement match
100%
CME allowance
22%
Sign-on bonus
9%
PSLF eligible
9%
Loan repayment
4%

Share of similar jobs offering each benefit

#1

Behavioral Health Associate - Per DiemPer Diem

Comprehensive Healthcare · Kennewick, Washington

$20.24-$30.36/hr
#2

Behavioral Health Tech 0.6 FTE Acute Care

Essentia Health · Virginia, Minnesota

$20.77-$27.16/hr
#3

Behavioral Health Technician – Autism Services

$20-$26/hr
#4

Behavioral Health Associate I - On Call

$20-$25/hr
+ 36 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.

  • Includes weekends
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About Confidential Employer

Mental Health Care
Wichita Falls, Texas
51-200 employees

Living in Tyler

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$265k
Typical market rent
$1,259/mo
Residents’ average commute
20 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
92.2
State income tax
None
Sources & methodology

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

BEA 2024 · Tyler, TX metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

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