Mental Health Technician 1 Job at Oklahoma Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Ser..., Tulsa, OK

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  • Oklahoma Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Ser...
  • Tulsa, OK

Job Description

Join a team that CARES!  

Here at ODMHSAS, we believe in I.C.A.R.E. – Integrity, Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence.  Our mission is to promote healthy communities and provide the highest quality care to enhance the well-being of all Oklahomans.  We take that very seriously – because we care!  

About the Position:  

The TCBH Nursing Department is hiring for Mental Health Technician's that would provide non-professional direct care for consumers of behavioral health treatment in an inpatient setting. This includes participation in de-escalation activities and assuring that consumers are kept safe. This position acts as a role model for consumers, demonstrating effective problem solving and decision-making skills and will assist in providing recreational and therapeutic activities for the consumer, transporting residents to and from medical appointments, and assuring scheduled programming is carried out.  

Job Type/Salary:   

  • Open/Close dates: 8/19/2026 -Until filled  

  • Full-time  

  • Hourly payrate: Level I-$15.10 

  • Shift differentials when applicable 

  • Primary hours: 6:30 AM - 7:00 PM, 6:30 PM – 7:00 AM 

  • FLSA Status:  Non-Exempt  

  • Primary Work Location/Department:  TCBH – Nursing Department+ 

  • Vacancies: Multiple 

Minimum Qualifications and Experience:  

  • MHT I – No experience required 

Special Requirements:  

  • Applicant must be able to pass an OSBI background check.  

  • Applicant must be willing and able to fulfill any job-related travel normally associated with this position and as such have a valid driver’s license.  

  • Upon a conditional offer of employment, Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services applicants must submit to a physical examination and shall meet the physical examination requirements of occasionally lifting/carrying 50 pounds and able to push and pull a maximum force of 25 pounds.  

Great Reasons to Work with Us:  

ODMHSAS is proud to provide a robust benefits package designed to support our employees and their dependents.   Our benefits include:  

  • Generous state paid benefit allowance to help cover insurance premiums  

  • A wide choice of health insurance plans with no pre-existing condition exclusions or limitations  

  • Flexible spending accounts for health care expenses or dependent care  

  • Employee assistance programs and health and fitness programs  

  • 11 paid holidays  

  • 15 days of vacation and 15 days of sick leave the first year  

  • Retirement Savings Plan with a generous match  

  • Longevity Bonus for years of service  

  • Student Loan repayment options  

  • Training opportunities for CEU requirements  

About us:  The Tulsa Center for Behavioral Health (TCBH) is a psychiatric hospital accredited by The Joint Commission, dedicated to delivering evidence-based, patient-centered care. TCBH provides a safe, structured, and therapeutic environment that supports recovery and enhances quality of life for individuals and the community. The facility serves adults aged 18 and older who are experiencing a mental health crisis, with or without co-occurring substance use disorders, and who are medically stable.    

In response to the increasing need for mental health services in our community, TCBH is being replaced by a new facility, the Oklahoma Psychiatric Care Center (OPCC). Situated in the OSU Academic Medical District in downtown Tulsa, this modern psychiatric hospital will feature 106 inpatient beds, an expanded residency program, and an enhanced range of behavioral health services. Construction of the OPCC is currently in progress.  

Drug and Alcohol Pre-employment and Pre-placement Testing:  Upon a conditional offer of employment, applicants for safety sensitive positions shall be required to submit to urinalysis to test for drugs. Appointment to a safety sensitive position shall be contingent upon a negative drug test result.  

THIS AGENCY REQUIRES COVERAGE 24 HOURS, 7 DAYS PER WEEK. WORK HOURS AND LOCATION MAY VARY DEPENDING ON BUSINESS NECESSITY. EMPLOYEES MAY BE REQUIRED TO WORK WEEKENDS AND OVERTIME.  

Reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities may be provided upon request.  

The State of Oklahoma is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of genetic information, race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, or disability.    

Job Tags

Hourly pay, Full time, Flexible hours, Shift work, Weekend work

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