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A part time behavioral health worker is a professional who supports individuals with mental health, emotional, or behavioral issues on a part-time basis, typically working less than 40 hours per week. They may provide counseling, crisis intervention, case management, or support services in settings such as clinics, schools, or community centers. Their goal is to help clients improve their well-being and cope with life’s challenges, often as part of a larger treatment team. Part time positions allow for flexible scheduling while still making a meaningful impact in the field of behavioral health.

How do part time behavioral health professionals typically collaborate with full time staff to ensure continuity of care for patients?

Part-time behavioral health professionals frequently coordinate with full-time colleagues through shared electronic health records, regular team meetings, and case discussions to maintain seamless patient care. They often participate in interdisciplinary rounds and communicate progress or concerns with the broader care team, including psychiatrists, social workers, and nurses. Effective collaboration is essential, especially when managing complex cases, and organizations usually provide structured processes to facilitate smooth hand-offs and ongoing communication between part-time and full-time staff.

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To thrive as a Part Time Behavioral Health professional, you typically need a background in psychology, social work, counseling, or a related field, often with relevant licensure or certification. Familiarity with electronic health records (EHRs), crisis intervention protocols, and behavioral assessment tools is important. Strong interpersonal skills, active listening, and emotional resilience help professionals build rapport and effectively support clients in diverse and challenging situations. These skills and qualifications are crucial for delivering quality mental health care while managing a flexible, sometimes unpredictable work schedule.

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Infographic showing various Part Time Behavioral Health job openings in Texas as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 100% Part Time. Highlights an 75% In-person, and 25% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $48,024 per year, or $23.1 per hour.

Mental Health Behavioral Health Technician (Part Time-Nights)

Discovery Behavioral Health

Irving, TX • On-site

$18 - $23/hr

Full-time, Part-time

Re-posted 5 days ago


Discovery Behavioral Health rating

5.8

Company rating: 5.8 out of 10

Based on 22 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

144th of 242 rated social care providers


Job description

Discovery Mood & Anxiety
Discovery Mood and Anxiety Program is a national leader in behavioral healthcare and one of the fastest growing companies in the field. DBH offers world-class treatment for those struggling with mental health and places a high priority on seeking employees who share our passion for improving the lives we serve.
Since 1997, Discovery Mood and Anxiety Programs, DBH's Mental Health Disorder Division, has helped thousands of patients discover their path to the full and rewarding lives they deserve with evidence-based and inclusive treatment options.
Position Summary:
Behavioral Health Tech II (BHT II) is responsible for assisting and supporting patients through the entire treatment experience from admission through discharge. BHT II will be contributing insightful, practical, and meaningful information to the treatment planning process. BHT II responsibilities primarily include ensuring patient safety, providing patient interventions, leading psychoeducational groups, and supporting patients.
Essential Job Functions:
  • Adheres to all DBH policies and procedures.
  • Conducts self in a manner that represents DBH values.
  • Maintains a positive and respectful attitude.
  • Provides exemplary customer service to all patients.
  • Exhibits understanding and respect for cultural and lifestyle diversity.
  • Understand and maintain professional boundaries and professional ethics.
  • Follows directions as given by all facility leadership.
  • Maintains confidentiality of patient information and records; and of facility/company proprietary, privileged, and/or confidential information.
  • Facilitates patient daily needs per the program schedule, including but not limited to: waking/bedtime routines and hygiene, meals/snacks, bathroom safety observations, free time.
  • Assists Nursing staff with duties as directed, for example: patient supervision, vitals, room searches, patient searches, etc.
  • Recognizes, responds to, and assists in crisis situations and provides interventions as appropriate.
  • Consistently reports to work on time and prepared to perform the duties of the position.
  • Assists in the implementation of individual patient treatment plans per clinical team.
  • Supports patient during admission and discharge processes. This may include checking in patient belongings, acclimating patient to the program, preparing patient for returning home.
  • Monitors patient activity and documents any significant patient issues. Completes all shift notes, group notes, and other required documentation by the end of shift.
  • Maintains and organized and safe environment and performs basic housekeeping duties.
  • Conducts regular facility and grounds checks, advising facility leadership of any irregularities or safety concerns.
  • Facilitates and leads daily groups as directed by facility leadership if applicable.
  • Attends all staff meetings and in-service trainings.
  • Completes all online training, policy verification, and ensures that their employee HR file is kept up to date.
  • Provides transportation services including patient transportation/supervision, errands, shopping, admits, outings, etc. (must be pre-qualified to drive a company vehicle).
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

  • Eating Disorder Division:
    • Providing supervision and support to patients during mealtimes requires staff to eat meals and snacks with patients.
    • Must refrain from comments and actions that directly contradict the CFD Clinical Model and Dietary CARE model.
    • Familiarizes and adopts the Philosophy, Mission, Goals, and Objectives of the Center for Discovery treatment programs.
    • Has basic knowledge of the clinical orientation and interventions used at Center for Discovery.
  • Residential Treatment Only:
    • In states where permissible, passing medicine will be required. Training and/or required certification will be provided.

Knowledge, Education & Experience:
  • Bachelor's Degree preferred
  • High School Diploma (or equivalent) preferred
  • One or more years experience working within the mental health, substance use or eating disorder field preferred
  • Valid and unrestricted State Driver's License

Employment Status: Hiring all positions
Work Location: On Site - Irving, TX
Compensation: Pay Range: $18-23/hr.
Schedule: Multiple shifts available, FT & PT positions:
  • Tuesday-Saturday full time 7am-3pm
  • Sunday-Monday Part time 7am-3pm
  • Sunday-Monday OR Friday-Saturday Part Time overnights 11pm-7am OR Monday-Friday 7am-3pm

Discovery Behavioral Health seeks to build a diverse staff that is reflective of the patients we serve and the communities where we work. DBH encourages multiple perspectives, experiences, and strives to hire and retain a diverse workforce.
We are proud to be an EEO employer M/F/D/V. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, or national origin.

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About Discovery Behavioral Health

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Discovery Behavioral Health (DBH) is a national leader in behavioral healthcare and one of the fastest growing companies in the field. DBH offers world-class treatment for those struggling with eating, mental health, and substance use disorders, and places a high priority on seeking employees who share our passion for improving the lives we serve. Since 1997, Center for Discovery, DBH's eating disorder division, has helped thousands of patients discover their path to the full and rewarding lives they deserve with evidence-based and inclusive treatment options.

Industry

Hospitals

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Irvine, CA, US

Year founded

1998

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