Behavioral Health Therapist Jobs in Texas
Behavioral health therapist jobs in Texas are among the most active in the country, with strong demand concentrated in community mental health centers, hospital systems, school districts, and Veterans Affairs facilities, and openings at every level from newly licensed associates through senior clinicians and program leads. The largest hiring markets are Houston, Dallas-Fort Worth, and San Antonio, where major employers such as the University of Texas Health Science Center, Integral Care, and Dallas Behavioral Healthcare Hospital maintain consistent behavioral health therapist needs. The most in-demand specialties in Texas include trauma-focused therapy, substance use disorder counseling, and pediatric behavioral health. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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This position is responsible for supporting the needs of the department with a focus on clinical, operational, and administrative excellence.
Essential Functions- Will assess the patient and plan care within set timeframes and document findings according to policies
- Will oversee and supervise the shift
- Demonstrates leadership through duties that may include delegating tasks such as groups, close observation, meal supervision, etc
- Will also oversee staff to ensure nursing policies and procedures are followed and exemplary patient care is consistently delivered by self and all members of the team
- Will monitor patient for change of condition and respond accordingly up to and including notification of the physician
- RN will follow hospital policy for medication administration
- RN will consistently use empathy, dignity, and respect when interacting with patients
- Delivery of quality nursing care to ensure that goals of the treatment plan are properly executed following hospital policies and procedures and demonstrated nursing competencies
- Assists/performs comprehensive nursing assessments on all patients
- Reports to: Nurse manager or Chief Nursing Officer FLSA- none exempt
- Previous experience in a psychiatric health care facility, with direct experience working with chemical dependency, dual diagnosis, psychiatric and geriatric patients preferred. Experience in patient assessments, family motivations, treatment planning and communication with external review organizations or comparable entities.
Education: Associate's Degree in Nursing required.
License: Current RN license as required by state regulations.
Certifications: CPR and De-escalation certification required or obtain within 30 days of hire.
This position is responsible for supporting the needs of the department with a focus on clinical, operational, and administrative excellence.
Essential Functions- Will assess the patient and plan care within set timeframes and document findings according to policies
- Will oversee and supervise the shift
- Demonstrates leadership through duties that may include delegating tasks such as groups, close observation, meal supervision, etc
- Will also oversee staff to ensure nursing policies and procedures are followed and exemplary patient care is consistently delivered by self and all members of the team
- Will monitor patient for change of condition and respond accordingly up to and including notification of the physician
- RN will follow hospital policy for medication administration
- RN will consistently use empathy, dignity, and respect when interacting with patients
- Delivery of quality nursing care to ensure that goals of the treatment plan are properly executed following hospital policies and procedures and demonstrated nursing competencies
- Assists/performs comprehensive nursing assessments on all patients
- Reports to: Nurse manager or Chief Nursing Officer FLSA- none exempt
- Previous experience in a psychiatric health care facility, with direct experience working with chemical dependency, dual diagnosis, psychiatric and geriatric patients preferred. Experience in patient assessments, family motivations, treatment planning and communication with external review organizations or comparable entities.
Education: Associate's Degree in Nursing required.
License: Current RN license as required by state regulations.
Certifications: CPR and De-escalation certification required or obtain within 30 days of hire.
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Where Texas roles are concentrated, by current openings.
Behavioral Health Therapist Job Market in Texas
A snapshot from current Texas openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Blue Rose Consulting Group24
- Angels Care Home Health17
- Collin Springs9
- Mesa Springs7
- Carrollton Springs7
Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services
- Insurance
- Science & Research
- Agriculture & Farming
- Construction & Real Estate
What Texas Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in behavioral health therapist jobs across Texas.
- Active Licensed Professional Counselor or Licensed Clinical Social Worker credential from the Texas State Board
- Master's degree in counseling, social work, psychology, or a closely related behavioral health field
- Experience delivering individual, group, or family therapy in a clinical or community setting
- Proficiency with electronic health records and clinical documentation standards
- Ability to conduct mental health assessments and develop individualized treatment plans
- Bilingual English-Spanish skills preferred for patient populations across many Texas service areas
Behavioral Health Therapist Jobs in Texas: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a behavioral health therapist in Texas?
You become a behavioral health therapist in Texas by earning a master's degree in counseling, social work, or a related field and then obtaining licensure through the Texas State Board of Examiners of Professional Counselors or the Texas State Board of Social Worker Examiners. Both boards require supervised post-graduate hours and a national licensing exam before a full license is granted. Many Texas employers will hire candidates at the associate or licensed professional counselor associate level while they complete their supervised hours.
Which companies hire behavioral health therapists in Texas?
Employers hiring behavioral health therapists in Texas right now include Blue Rose Consulting Group, Angels Care Home Health, and Collin Springs, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Texas's large public health infrastructure, VA medical centers, and expanding community mental health networks keep demand consistent year-round across the state.
Which Texas cities have the most behavioral health therapist jobs?
The cities with the most behavioral health therapist openings in Texas are Dallas, Austin, and Fort Worth. Houston and Dallas-Fort Worth drive the largest share of postings because of their dense concentrations of hospital systems, community mental health centers, and VA facilities, while San Antonio's significant military and veteran population sustains steady demand for trauma-focused and behavioral health services.
Are there remote behavioral health therapist jobs in Texas?
Yes, and more than most clinical roles, since telehealth-delivered therapy has become widely accepted in Texas following expanded state and federal rules for behavioral health services. About 15% of behavioral health therapist openings tied to Texas are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, reflecting ongoing telehealth adoption. Individual therapy, psychiatric support services, and employee assistance program counseling are the sub-areas most commonly offered fully remote.
How can I get hired as a behavioral health therapist in Texas with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying for licensed professional counselor associate or licensed master social worker positions at Texas community mental health centers such as Integral Care in Austin or the Harris Center for Mental Health in Houston, which routinely hire candidates who are completing their supervised hours. Lateral moves from case management, psychiatric rehabilitation, or school counseling aide roles are also common. Holding an active Texas associate license and any coursework in trauma-informed care or substance use disorder treatment gives candidates a measurable edge at the application stage.
Where can I find and apply to behavioral health therapist jobs in Texas?
You can find and apply to behavioral health therapist jobs in Texas on Migrate Mate, which lists current Texas openings across hospital systems, community mental health organizations, school districts, and telehealth providers. Find the roles that fit your license level and specialization and apply directly to each employer.
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