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Behavioral Health Specialist

Nexus Health Systems

Behavioral Health Specialist
Female Adolescent Residential Treatment Center
San Antonio, TX
Competitive Pay |

About Nexus Neurorecovery Center

Nexus Neurorecovery Center is a specialized residential treatment program dedicated to helping female adolescents navigate complex behavioral, emotional, and neurodevelopmental challenges in a safe, structured, and therapeutic environment. Our model emphasizes trauma-informed care, emotional regulation, accountability, and long-term recovery - because healing the whole person is what we do.

This is not an entry-level role. We are seeking high-caliber professionals who want to make a meaningful impact while working alongside licensed clinicians, nursing, and medical leadership.

Position Summary

The Behavioral Health Specialist , also referred to as a Mental Health Technician (MHT) , plays a critical role in maintaining a safe, therapeutic milieu while supporting female adolescent residents through daily structure, emotional regulation, and skill development.

This role is ideal for individuals with a college background in behavioral sciences who are passionate about adolescent mental health and prepared to manage complex behaviors with professionalism, maturity, and empathy within a residential treatment setting.

Key Responsibilities
  • Maintain a structured, therapeutic residential environment aligned with treatment goals
  • Support residents with emotional regulation, coping skills, and daily routines
  • Utilize trauma-informed care and de-escalation techniques during behavioral escalations
  • Model appropriate boundaries, communication, and behavior for adolescent residents
  • Actively collaborate with therapists, nursing staff, and leadership on treatment planning
  • Accurately document observations, behaviors, and incidents to support clinical decisions
  • Ensure resident safety, dignity, and compliance with all policies and regulations
Qualifications

Required / Strongly Preferred:
  • Bachelor's degree in Psychology, Social Work, Sociology, Behavioral Science, Criminal Justice, Education, or related field
  • Experience working with:
    • Adolescents
    • Residential treatment, behavioral health, RTC, inpatient psych, or similar settings
  • Strong emotional intelligence, maturity, and ability to remain calm under pressure
  • Excellent communication, documentation, and boundary-setting skills
Preferred:
  • Experience in trauma-informed care, neurobehavioral programs, or female adolescent populations
  • Interest in pursuing a long-term career in behavioral health or clinical disciplines
Vacancy posted 4 days ago
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