Mental Health Technician - Fort Supply

Job Description

Job Description

Northwest Center for Behavioral Health, Fort Supply

We are seeking dedicated Mental Health Technicians to join our team and support patients of behavioral health treatment in an inpatient setting. Under close supervision, this position will play an integral role in providing direct and indirect care to individuals in need of behavioral health support.

Position Overview: As a Mental Health Technician, you will assist in creating a safe, supportive environment for patients, ensuring that they receive the care they need while engaging in therapeutic activities. You will be instrumental in promoting wellness and safety, helping to de-escalate difficult situations, and providing guidance as a role model for patients.

Job Type/Salary:

Primary Working hours are 10 hour shifts - nights!

Work 4 days a week - perfect for night owls!

Shifts available- NOC 09:30 p.m. to 08:00 a.m. or EVE 03:30 p.m. - 02:00 a.m.

• FLSA status Non-exempt

• Multiple Openings

• Posted until filled

This position is located in Fort Supply Oklahoma.

Hourly pay rate: Level I - $15.10 , Level II - $16.28, Level III - $17.59

(this includes a $1.00/hour differential when working in a direct care setting!)

Additional $0.50/hr shift differential when working evening or nights and $0.75/hr shift differential for working weekends and holidays!

A Level I MHT working a holiday weekend night could earn $17.10/hr - with differentials that stack!

Minimum Qualifications and Experience:

This is an entry level position. On-the-job training provided

• Must possess a strong commitment to patient well-being and safety.

• Must believe that recovery is possible!

Preference may be given to CNA certification.

Level II requires One year of experience providing patient care, and the Level III requires Two years of experience providing patient care.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide Direct and Indirect Care : Assist in the care of patients in a behavioral health setting, both individually and in groups.

• Ensure Safety and Well-Being : Participate in de-escalation efforts, ensuring that patients are kept safe and their needs are met.

• Role Model : Demonstrate effective problem-solving, decision-making, and coping skills to consumers.

• Assist with Therapeutic Activities : Help facilitate recreational and therapeutic activities designed to promote mental and emotional well-being.

Great Reasons to Work with Us:  
ODMHSAS is proud to provide a robust benefits package designed to support our employees and their dependents.   Come for the mission, stay for the benefits!

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 

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. We want you at Northwest Center for Behavioral Health ! NCBH provides excellent treatment to all of Northwestern Oklahoma. We are licensed and Joint Commission accredited since 1974.

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. This is a drug, alcohol and tobacco free workplace!
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.   

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