Mental Health Technician - Admissions

Posted 6 days ago

oklahoma school for blindNorman (OK)

Psychiatric Technicians Psychiatric and Substance Abuse Hospitals

SENIORITY

Mid

SALARY

$15.28 hourly

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About the role

Mental Health Technician - Admissions We are seeking dedicated Mental Health Technicians to join our team and support individuals receiving behavioral health treatment in an inpatient setting. Under close supervision, this role plays a key part in delivering both direct and indirect care to patients in need of behavioral health support. This position is in Admissions.

Position Overview: As a Mental Health Technician, you will help maintain a safe, structured, and supportive environment for patients. You will assist with therapeutic activities, promote wellness, and contribute to de-escalation efforts when needed. Your presence and behavior will serve as a positive example, offering guidance and encouragement to those in your care.

Key Responsibilities: Provide Direct and Indirect Care: Support patients individually and in groups within an inpatient behavioral health setting. Ensure Safety and Well-Being: Participate in de-escalation strategies and help ensure a safe environment that meets patients' physical and emotional needs. Serve as a Role Model: Demonstrate effective problem-solving, decision-making, communication, and coping skills. Assist with Therapeutic Activities: Facilitate or support recreational, educational, and therapeutic activities that enhance emotional and mental wellness.

Job Type/Salary: 2 positions available:

Schedule 1: Sun/Mon/Tue- 7a-5p, Fri 5:30a-6:30pSchedule 2: Sun/Mon/Tue- 9p-7a, Th 1p-11pHourly Rates: Level I: $14.10 hourly Level II: $15.28 hourly Potential to earn extra $$: Extra $.50/hour for working evenings and nights. Extra $.75/hour for working weekends and holiday. Mental Health Technicians also receive an extra $1 per hour shift pay, for any shift worked! That can be stacked on top of the Evening/Weekend pay too. Weekends May be Required! FLSA Status is Non-Exempt.

Posted: until filled

Minimum Qualifications and Experience:

Level I: No education or experience required.
Level II: One year of behavioral health patient care experience required
Possesses a strong commitment to patient well-being and safety.
Must believe that recovery is possible!

Special Requirements: 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. 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.

Why Join Us?

Generous Benefits: Great health insurance plus a generous benefits allowance. Comprehensive Health Coverage: A wide choice of health insurance plans with no pre-existing condition exclusions. Flexible Spending Accounts: Options for healthcare and dependent care expenses. Ample Time Off: 11 paid holidays, 15 days of vacation, and 15 days of sick leave in the first year. Retirement Savings Plan: With a generous company match to help secure your future. Employee Assistance Program: Support when you need it. Longevity Bonuses: For years of dedicated service. Training Opportunities: Continuous learning and development for CEU requirements.

About Us: Griffin Memorial Hospital (GMH) is located in Norman, Oklahoma, and serves all 77 counties in Oklahoma as a Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services (ODMHSAS) treatment center for adults. Griffin Memorial Hospital is a 120-bed acute psychiatric hospital serving persons aged 18 and over with severe mental illness and provides in-patient hospital care for those in need of mental health & substance abuse services.

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.

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