Mental Health Tech​/Admissions

Job posting title mental health tech/admissions agency
452 mental health and substance abuse serv.supervisory organizationgmh - admissions job posting end daterefer 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-timefull timejob typeregularcompensationlevel i: $14.10 hourly level ii: $15.28 hourlyjob description 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:8 hour shifts available: (7am-5pm sunday, monday, tuesday, and wednesday) hourly 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: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.drug and alcohol pre-employment and preplacement testing: upon a…