Behavioral Health Clinician Jobs in Texas
Behavioral Health Clinician jobs in Texas are among the most active in the country, with steady demand in community mental health centers, integrated care systems, school districts, and correctional health settings at every level from entry-level case managers through licensed clinical supervisors. Houston, Dallas-Fort Worth, and San Antonio anchor the largest share of openings, where employers like Integral Care, UT Health, and the Bexar County Behavioral Health department maintain consistent hiring pipelines. Substance use disorder treatment, trauma-informed care, and crisis intervention are the sub-specialties drawing the most consistent demand across the state. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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About Us
PRN weekday day/night coverage needed
Here at Baylor Scott & White Health we promote the well-being of all individuals, families, and communities. Baylor Scott and White is the largest not-for-profit healthcare system in Texas that empowers you to live well.
Location: Fort Worth, TX - Baylor Scott & White All Saints Medical Center
Setting: Behavioral Health
Schedule: PRN weekday day/night coverage needed
Our Core Values are:
- We serve faithfully by doing what's right with a joyful heart.
- We never settle by constantly striving for better.
- We are in it together by supporting one another and those we serve.
- We make an impact by taking initiative and delivering exceptional experience.
Benefits
Our benefits are designed to help you live well no matter where you are on your journey. For full details on coverage and eligibility, visit the Baylor Scott & White Benefits Hub to explore our offerings, which may include:
- Immediate eligibility for health and welfare benefits
- 401(k) savings plan with dollar-for-dollar match up to 5%
- Tuition Reimbursement
- PTO accrual beginning Day 1
Note: Benefits may vary based upon position type and/or level.
Job Summary
The Behavioral Health Clinician plans, coordinates, implements, and evaluates Behavioral Health Access Service functions. This is for psychiatric or chemically dependent patients of all ages and their families. They follow legal, regulatory, and accreditation requirements, and the goals of the organization and Behavioral Health Services Department.
Essential Functions of the Role
- Helps ER and medical floor physicians by giving initial impressions and assessments of psychiatric and chemical dependency patients.
- Coordinates and facilitates the Mandatory Outpatient Treatment (MOT) for patients from the ER and medical floors needing psychiatric and chemical dependency stabilization and treatment.
- Coordinates and facilitates Order of Protective Custody (OPC) through the local Mental Health Court. This is for inpatient medical unit patients who need involuntary psychiatric treatment.
- Helps the Behavioral Health Outpatient Program with assessments and group therapy and other essential duties as required.
- Answers all incoming calls as part of the information and referral process. Meets with walk-ins in the ER and for the Behavioral Health Outpatient Program as needed. Performs initial call triage.
- Facilitates assessment appointments. Provides service and program appointments. Tracks and maintains the call database. Tracks and follows up with referrals and information requests, including those from EAPs and Primary Care Physicians.
- Implements and monitors about client satisfaction and service effectiveness, and participates in quality improvement activities and initiatives.
Key Success Factors
- Knowledge of psychotherapy and related tests, measures and recovery techniques and practices.
- Knowledge of counseling and therapy techniques.
- Ability to interpret diagnostic interviews and test data.
- Ability to conduct singular and group psychotherapy.
- Ability to evaluate behavioral deficits.
- Ability to develop plans for implementing and monitoring rehabilitation activities, skill acquisition and behavior management.
- Demonstrated communications and problem solving skills.
Belonging Statement
We believe that all people should feel welcomed, valued and supported.
QUALIFICATIONS
- EDUCATION - Masters' or Bachelors plus 2 years of work experience above the minimum qualification
- EXPERIENCE - 2 Years of Experience
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CERTIFICATION/LICENSE/REGISTRATION - Lic Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Lic Masters Social Worker (LMSW), Lic Professional Counselor (LPC), Registered Nurse (RN): Must have one of these:
- LCSW - Lic Clinical Social Worker
- LMSW - Lic Masters Social Worker
- LPC - Lic Professional Counselor
- RN - Registered Nurse.
About Us
PRN weekday day/night coverage needed
Here at Baylor Scott & White Health we promote the well-being of all individuals, families, and communities. Baylor Scott and White is the largest not-for-profit healthcare system in Texas that empowers you to live well.
Location: Fort Worth, TX - Baylor Scott & White All Saints Medical Center
Setting: Behavioral Health
Schedule: PRN weekday day/night coverage needed
Our Core Values are:
- We serve faithfully by doing what's right with a joyful heart.
- We never settle by constantly striving for better.
- We are in it together by supporting one another and those we serve.
- We make an impact by taking initiative and delivering exceptional experience.
Benefits
Our benefits are designed to help you live well no matter where you are on your journey. For full details on coverage and eligibility, visit the Baylor Scott & White Benefits Hub to explore our offerings, which may include:
- Immediate eligibility for health and welfare benefits
- 401(k) savings plan with dollar-for-dollar match up to 5%
- Tuition Reimbursement
- PTO accrual beginning Day 1
Note: Benefits may vary based upon position type and/or level.
Job Summary
The Behavioral Health Clinician plans, coordinates, implements, and evaluates Behavioral Health Access Service functions. This is for psychiatric or chemically dependent patients of all ages and their families. They follow legal, regulatory, and accreditation requirements, and the goals of the organization and Behavioral Health Services Department.
Essential Functions of the Role
- Helps ER and medical floor physicians by giving initial impressions and assessments of psychiatric and chemical dependency patients.
- Coordinates and facilitates the Mandatory Outpatient Treatment (MOT) for patients from the ER and medical floors needing psychiatric and chemical dependency stabilization and treatment.
- Coordinates and facilitates Order of Protective Custody (OPC) through the local Mental Health Court. This is for inpatient medical unit patients who need involuntary psychiatric treatment.
- Helps the Behavioral Health Outpatient Program with assessments and group therapy and other essential duties as required.
- Answers all incoming calls as part of the information and referral process. Meets with walk-ins in the ER and for the Behavioral Health Outpatient Program as needed. Performs initial call triage.
- Facilitates assessment appointments. Provides service and program appointments. Tracks and maintains the call database. Tracks and follows up with referrals and information requests, including those from EAPs and Primary Care Physicians.
- Implements and monitors about client satisfaction and service effectiveness, and participates in quality improvement activities and initiatives.
Key Success Factors
- Knowledge of psychotherapy and related tests, measures and recovery techniques and practices.
- Knowledge of counseling and therapy techniques.
- Ability to interpret diagnostic interviews and test data.
- Ability to conduct singular and group psychotherapy.
- Ability to evaluate behavioral deficits.
- Ability to develop plans for implementing and monitoring rehabilitation activities, skill acquisition and behavior management.
- Demonstrated communications and problem solving skills.
Belonging Statement
We believe that all people should feel welcomed, valued and supported.
QUALIFICATIONS
- EDUCATION - Masters' or Bachelors plus 2 years of work experience above the minimum qualification
- EXPERIENCE - 2 Years of Experience
-
CERTIFICATION/LICENSE/REGISTRATION - Lic Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Lic Masters Social Worker (LMSW), Lic Professional Counselor (LPC), Registered Nurse (RN): Must have one of these:
- LCSW - Lic Clinical Social Worker
- LMSW - Lic Masters Social Worker
- LPC - Lic Professional Counselor
- RN - Registered Nurse.
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What Texas Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in behavioral health clinician jobs across Texas.
- Active LPC, LCSW, or LMFT license issued or recognized by the Texas State Board of Examiners
- Master's degree in counseling, social work, psychology, or a closely related behavioral health field
- Experience delivering individual and group therapy in a clinical or community setting
- Proficiency with electronic health record systems such as Epic, Cerner, or Credible
- Ability to conduct mental health assessments and develop individualized treatment plans
- Familiarity with Medicaid documentation standards and managed care compliance requirements in Texas
Behavioral Health Clinician Jobs in Texas: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a behavioral health clinician in Texas?
Becoming a behavioral health clinician in Texas requires completing a master's degree in counseling, social work, or psychology, followed by supervised clinical hours and a licensure exam. The Texas State Board of Examiners of Professional Counselors oversees LPC licensure, the Texas State Board of Social Worker Examiners governs LCSW credentials, and the Texas State Board of Examiners of Marriage and Family Therapists handles LMFT licensing. Each board sets its own supervised hour requirements before you sit for the national exam.
Which companies hire behavioral health clinicians in Texas?
Employers hiring behavioral health clinicians in Texas right now include Waco Family Medicine, Texas Children's Hospital, and CommUnityCare Health Centers, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Texas's large public mental health authority network, anchored by local mental health authorities across the state's regions, also represents a consistent source of full-time openings alongside private health systems and nonprofit community providers.
Which Texas cities have the most behavioral health clinician jobs?
Houston, Waco, and Dallas have the most behavioral health clinician openings in Texas. Houston and Dallas-Fort Worth dominate because of their dense concentration of hospital systems, community mental health centers, and integrated outpatient networks, while San Antonio's large military population and extensive VA and SAMHSA-funded infrastructure drive steady demand there as well.
Are there remote behavioral health clinician jobs in Texas?
Yes, and more than many clinical fields. About 40% of behavioral health clinician openings tied to Texas are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, reflecting how well telehealth has taken hold in outpatient therapy and care coordination. Individual therapy, case management, and utilization review are the functions most likely to appear as fully remote positions, while crisis stabilization and residential roles remain on-site.
How can I get hired as a behavioral health clinician in Texas with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is a licensed master's intern or associate counselor role, where you accumulate the supervised hours Texas requires before full licensure. Large Texas community mental health authorities, such as Integral Care in Austin and the Harris Center for Mental Health and IDD in Houston, regularly hire provisionally licensed clinicians and structured associate-level staff. Lateral moves from case manager, peer support specialist, or psychiatric technician positions within the same organizations are another common door in, and having your LPC-Associate or LMSW credential active before applying gives your application a concrete advantage.
Where can I find and apply to behavioral health clinician jobs in Texas?
You can find and apply to behavioral health clinician jobs in Texas on Migrate Mate, which lists current Texas openings across health systems, community mental health centers, school districts, and other employers. Find the roles that fit your license level and preferred setting and apply directly.
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