Mental Health Technician (Admissions)

Oklahoma Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services•Norman, OK

1d•$29,328 - $31,799•Onsite

About The Position

The Mental Health Technician works in Admissions and supports individuals receiving behavioral health treatment in an inpatient setting. Under close supervision, the role provides direct and indirect patient care and helps maintain a safe, structured, and supportive environment. The technician assists with therapeutic activities, promotes wellness, contributes to de-escalation efforts, and offers patients guidance and encouragement through positive example. Griffin Memorial Hospital is a 120-bed acute psychiatric hospital in Norman, Oklahoma, serving adults aged 18 and over from all 77 Oklahoma counties. The hospital provides inpatient care for people needing mental health and substance abuse services. The listed schedule is Wednesday through Saturday, 9:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m. Coverage is required 24 hours a day, 7 days a week; work hours and location may vary depending on business necessity. Employees may be required to work weekends and overtime. The position is non-exempt. One position is available.

Requirements

Level I: No education or experience required.
Level II: One year of behavioral health patient care experience required.
Demonstrate a strong commitment to patient well-being and safety.
Believe that recovery is possible.
Have a valid driver’s license and be willing and able to fulfill job-related travel normally associated with the position.
After a conditional offer, pass a physical examination and meet the requirements to occasionally lift or carry 50 pounds and push or pull a maximum force of 25 pounds.
For safety-sensitive positions, submit to pre-employment and preplacement drug testing; appointment is contingent on a negative result.
Be available to work weekends and overtime when required.

Responsibilities

Provide direct and indirect support to patients individually and in groups in an inpatient behavioral health setting.
Participate in de-escalation strategies and help maintain a safe environment that meets patients’ physical and emotional needs.
Model effective problem-solving, decision-making, communication, and coping skills.
Facilitate or support recreational, educational, and therapeutic activities that promote emotional and mental wellness.

Benefits

Health insurance with a generous benefits allowance and a choice of plans with no pre-existing condition exclusions.
Flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care expenses.
11 paid holidays, 15 days of vacation, and 15 days of sick leave in the first year.
Retirement savings plan with a company match.
Employee Assistance Program.
Longevity bonuses.
Training and continuous learning opportunities for CEU requirements.
Additional pay of $0.50 per hour for evening and night shifts.
Additional pay of $0.75 per hour for weekend and holiday shifts.
Additional $1 per hour shift pay for any shift, which may be combined with evening and weekend pay.