Mental Health Technician III, II, I

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Job Posting Title Mental Health Technician III, II, I Agency 452 MENTAL HEALTH AND SUBSTANCE ABUSE SERV. Supervisory Organization Job Posting End Date Refer to the date listed at the top of this posting, if available. Continuous if date is blank. Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the posting end date above. Estimated Appointment End Date (Continuous if Blank) Full/Part-Time Full time Job Type Regular Compensation (Level III)-$17.59 (Level II)-16.28 (Level I)-$15.10 Job Description Mental Health Technician III, II, I 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 : TCBH is hiring for a Mental Health Technician III, II, I, 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, assist with activities of daily living, taking vitals, observing and recording patient behavior and activities, establish a therapeutic relationship with consumers, monitor and assist consumers within the facility to assure safety, and perform other duties as assigned. Job Type/Salary: Open/Close dates: 2/20/2026 – until filled Full-time Hourly payrate: (Level III)-$17.59 (level II)-16.28 (Level I)-$15.10 $1.00/hr differential for working in a direct care setting; $0.50/hr shift differentials when working evening or nights and $0.75/hr weekends and holidays Primary hours: 3:00pm-11:00pm FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Primary Work Location/Department: TCBH – Admissions Department Vacancies: Multiple Minimum Qualifications and Experience: Level III-Two years of experience in providing patient care. Level II-One year of experience in providing patient care. Level I- No experience or education is 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: 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. Equal Opportunity Employment 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. Current active State of Oklahoma employees must apply for open positions internally through the Workday Jobs Hub . If you are needing any extra assistance or have any questions relating to a job you have applied for, please click the link below and find the agency for which you applied for additional information: Agency Contact