Mental Health Technician I

State of Oklahoma•Tulsa, OK

About The Position

The TCBH Nursing Department is hiring a Mental Health Technician to provide non-professional direct care for consumers receiving behavioral health treatment in an inpatient setting. The position includes participating in de-escalation activities and helping keep consumers safe. The technician serves as a role model by demonstrating effective problem-solving and decision-making, assists with recreational and therapeutic activities, transports residents to and from medical appointments, and helps ensure scheduled programming is carried out. The position is full-time, regular, and non-exempt. Primary hours are 6:30 AM–7:00 PM or 6:30 PM–7:00 AM; hours and location may vary based on business necessity. The agency requires coverage 24 hours a day, seven days a week, and employees may be required to work weekends and overtime. The hourly pay rate is $15.10 for Level I, with shift differentials when applicable. Multiple vacancies are available. The Tulsa Center for Behavioral Health is an accredited psychiatric hospital providing evidence-based, patient-centered care in a safe, structured, therapeutic environment. It serves adults aged 18 and older experiencing a mental health crisis, with or without co-occurring substance use disorders, who are medically stable. TCBH is being replaced by a new facility, the Oklahoma Psychiatric Care Center, currently under construction in downtown Tulsa.

Requirements

No experience is required for Mental Health Technician I.
Must be able to pass an OSBI background check.
Must be willing and able to fulfill job-related travel and have a valid driver's license.
Must submit to a physical examination upon a conditional offer and meet requirements to occasionally lift or carry 50 pounds and push or pull a maximum force of 25 pounds.
For this safety-sensitive position, a conditional offer is contingent on a negative pre-employment drug test.

Responsibilities

Provide non-professional direct care to consumers receiving behavioral health treatment in an inpatient setting.
Participate in de-escalation activities and help ensure consumers are kept safe.
Act as a role model by demonstrating effective problem-solving and decision-making skills.
Assist with recreational and therapeutic activities for consumers.
Transport residents to and from medical appointments.
Help ensure scheduled programming is carried out.

Benefits

Generous state-paid benefit allowance to help cover insurance premiums.
A choice of health insurance plans with no pre-existing-condition exclusions or limitations.
Flexible spending accounts for health care or dependent care expenses.
Employee assistance programs and health and fitness programs.
11 paid holidays.
15 days of vacation and 15 days of sick leave in 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.