Direct Support Supervisor (Behavioral Health)
Listed compensation
$22-$24/hr
The week · per this posting · Wednesday – Saturday
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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
Qualifications
- Education
- Bachelor degree
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Key Skills
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.
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Cost-of-living adjusted pay | ~$49k in purchasing power | Texas index 97.1 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Behavioral Health listings in Texas | 35 active | 799 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 30% remote · 18% no call · 75% no weekends40 benchmarked listings |
| New Behavioral Health listings | 860 in the last 30 days | 551 the 30 days before (+56%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Behavioral Health pay trend | −18.4% vs prior quarter | —through Oct 2026 |
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Direct Support Supervisor (Behavioral Health) at Embark Behavioral Health 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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