Behavioral Health Assistant I​/TEMP

Behavioral Health Assistant I / TEMP Agency 400

Positions in this job family assist juvenile residents in performing daily activities, monitor recovery progress toward treatment goals, observe personal and social behaviors, and perform de‑escalation activities where applicable. The role provides support and assistance to mental health professionals, clinicians, and staff, including day‑to‑day care, living assistance, and accurate record keeping.

• Monitors recovery progress toward treatment goals.
• Performs de‑escalation activities.
• Participates in recovery, wellness and social skills groups.
• Develops and manages other group activities.
• Establishes an effective, collaborative relationship with residents and works with the treatment team while maintaining healthy boundaries.
• Utilizes active listening and problem‑solving skills to identify barriers to recovery and assist in developing a plan to meet determined goals.
• Applies appropriate decision‑making related to treatment of residents, including identifying relevant behaviors/activities and managing group dynamics.
• Supports the department and facility in reducing incidents of seclusion and restraint.
• Coaches residents in coping with troubling circumstances or stimuli and de‑escalated situations using verbal and non‑verbal approved skills and techniques.
• Develops and manages group activities such as social‑skill development and conducts strengths assessments to promote recovery and wellness.
• Records observations and activities.
• Provides care to a vulnerable population, adhering to all applicable laws, rules, and regulations, including confidentiality laws and accreditation requirements.
• Performs direct care duties and escorts residents to and from appointments, meal breaks, recreation, etc., ensuring staff and resident safety.

• Knowledge of trauma‑informed care and recovery programs or goals.
• Basic computer skills.
• Ability to follow oral and written directions and establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
• Associate degree or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.

• Willingness to fulfill any job‑related travel normally associated with this position.
• Valid Oklahoma driver’s license.
• Ability to pass OSBI and FBI background checks.
• 12‑month trial period required.

$16.72 per hour.

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. Current active State of Oklahoma employees must apply for open positions internally through the Workday Jobs Hub.