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Behavioral Health Specialist
Female Adolescent Residential Treatment Center
đź“Ť San Antonio, TX
đź’° 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
Required / Strongly Preferred
Female Adolescent Residential Treatment Center
đź“Ť San Antonio, TX
đź’° 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
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
- Experience in trauma-informed care, neurobehavioral programs, or female adolescent populations
- Interest in pursuing a long-term career in behavioral health or clinical disciplines