State of Oklahoma
Mental Health Technician
Our Mental Health Technicians provide non-professional direct or indirect care for consumers of behavioral health treatment. 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 therapeutic activities for the consumer, assuring scheduled programming is carried out. This position will be located in Enid at our Urgent Recovery Center (URC). The URC provides up to 24 hours of crisis intervention and related services for individuals needing behavioral health services. The goal is to reduce recidivism and bridge the gap between the crisis center and our community partners. Join a team that CARES! 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. Job Type/Salary: Full-time Evening 10 hour shifts MHT I $29,328.20/$14.10 hour MHT II $31,799.00/$15.29 hour MHT III $34,517.00/$16.59 hour Extra $.43/hour for working evenings and nights Extra $.75/hour for working weekends and holidays Extra $1/hour for working on an inpatient or crisis unit Shift differentials can boost your hourly pay rate and you can stack them! Working a weekend night would earn you an extra $2.18/hour! Full Compensation Range of $39,327.00 - $57,537.00. Compensation range to include base salary, retirement and benefits allowance - dependent on the number of covered dependents! Primary Working Hours 2pm-1200am Evening 10 hour shifts One (1) Opening Closing date 06/10/2025 Qualifications: MHT I: No experience or education is required. MHT II: Education and Experience required at this level consists of one year of experience in providing patient care. MHT III: Education and Experience required at this level consists of two years of experience in providing patient care. Possesses a strong commitment to patient well-being and believes that recovery is possible! Preference may be given to CNA certified applicants Benefit Highlights: ODMHSAS is proud to provide a comprehensive benefits package designed to help you reach personal goals by supporting your professional growth, health, well-being, and your family needs. Our benefits include: Generous state paid benefit allowance
Employees are given a specific amount each paycheck to help pay for 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 Reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities may be provided upon request. EOE Special Requirements: Applicant must be able to pass an OSBI background. 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, 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. Applicants must submit to a physical examination and shall meet the physical examination requirements of occasionally lifting/carrying 50 pounds and be able to pull a maximum force of 25 pounds. 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. Drug, alcohol and tobacco free workplace. An Equal Opportunity Employer. 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.
Our Mental Health Technicians provide non-professional direct or indirect care for consumers of behavioral health treatment. 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 therapeutic activities for the consumer, assuring scheduled programming is carried out. This position will be located in Enid at our Urgent Recovery Center (URC). The URC provides up to 24 hours of crisis intervention and related services for individuals needing behavioral health services. The goal is to reduce recidivism and bridge the gap between the crisis center and our community partners. Join a team that CARES! 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. Job Type/Salary: Full-time Evening 10 hour shifts MHT I $29,328.20/$14.10 hour MHT II $31,799.00/$15.29 hour MHT III $34,517.00/$16.59 hour Extra $.43/hour for working evenings and nights Extra $.75/hour for working weekends and holidays Extra $1/hour for working on an inpatient or crisis unit Shift differentials can boost your hourly pay rate and you can stack them! Working a weekend night would earn you an extra $2.18/hour! Full Compensation Range of $39,327.00 - $57,537.00. Compensation range to include base salary, retirement and benefits allowance - dependent on the number of covered dependents! Primary Working Hours 2pm-1200am Evening 10 hour shifts One (1) Opening Closing date 06/10/2025 Qualifications: MHT I: No experience or education is required. MHT II: Education and Experience required at this level consists of one year of experience in providing patient care. MHT III: Education and Experience required at this level consists of two years of experience in providing patient care. Possesses a strong commitment to patient well-being and believes that recovery is possible! Preference may be given to CNA certified applicants Benefit Highlights: ODMHSAS is proud to provide a comprehensive benefits package designed to help you reach personal goals by supporting your professional growth, health, well-being, and your family needs. Our benefits include: Generous state paid benefit allowance
Employees are given a specific amount each paycheck to help pay for 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 Reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities may be provided upon request. EOE Special Requirements: Applicant must be able to pass an OSBI background. 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, 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. Applicants must submit to a physical examination and shall meet the physical examination requirements of occasionally lifting/carrying 50 pounds and be able to pull a maximum force of 25 pounds. 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. Drug, alcohol and tobacco free workplace. An Equal Opportunity Employer. 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.