Consumer Recovery Specialist

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 : 
We are actively seeking a Consumer Recovery Specialist that will work as a part of the treatment team by developing and maintaining a supportive relationship with consumers in order to address strengths, goals and barriers to recovery. This includes performing duties such as monitoring recovery progress toward treatment goals, de-escalation activities, participation in recovery, wellness and social skills groups and developing and managing other group activities.  
 
Job Type/Salary:   

• Open/Close dates: 8/31/2026-9/8/2026
• Full-time 
• Hourly rate:  $18.09
• Primary Working Hours: 6:30pm-7:00am     
• FLSA Status:  Non-Exempt 
• Primary Work Location/Department:  TCBH – Nursing Dept
• Vacancies: 1

Minimum Qualifications and Experience:   
Education and Experience requirements at this level consist of an associate degree, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.

Special Requirements:  

• Preference may be given for participation in DMHSAS-sponsored Consumer Recovery Specialist certificate program.   

• Applicants 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 comprehensive 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.