Recovery Support Specialist - PACT

Oklahoma Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse ServicesMcAlester, OK

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Overview

Schedule

Alternate-schedule

Full-time

Career level

Senior-level

Benefits

Health Insurance

Paid Holidays

Paid Vacation

Job Description

About the Position: Positions in this family provide peer support services, serve as advocates for consumers, and provide information and peer support for consumers in emergency, outpatient or inpatient settings. The positions perform duties to assist consumers with recovery processes as they regain control of their lives.

Job Type/Salary:

One (1) Vacancy
Application period: March 20, 2026 - Until filled
Full-time
Annual Salary: Up to $34,500 (Salary is based on certification and experience.)
Primary Working Hours: 8:00 to 5:00 Monday through Friday
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt.

Minimum Qualifications and Experience:

The education requirement at this level consists of a high school diploma or General Education Diploma (GED).
Has the ability to become a certified Recovery Support Specialist
Preference may be given to applicants who are current or former consumers of mental health services.

Special Requirements:

Demonstrated participation in advocacy and/or personal knowledge in recovery. Has the ability to become a Certified Peer Recovery Support Specialist. Criteria to become a Certified Peer Recovery Support Specialist is available at http://ok.gov/odmhsas
Upon 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 and carrying 50 pounds and able to push and pull a maximum force of 25 pounds as a conditional offer of employment.

Great reasons to work for 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

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.

About us: Operated by the Oklahoma Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services, Carl Albert Community Mental Health Center (CACMHC) is a fully accredited 15-bed psychiatric hospital and outpatient clinic. Other CACMHC offices located in Southeastern Oklahoma are—Holdenville Satellite, Heavener Satellite, Hugo Satellite, Idabel Satellite, Stigler Satellite, Atoka Satellite and Ada PACT.

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.

An Equal Opportunity Employer.

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FAQs About Recovery Support Specialist - PACT Jobs at Oklahoma Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services

What is the work location for this position at Oklahoma Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services?

This job at Oklahoma Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services is located in McAlester, OK, according to the details provided by the employer. Some roles may also include multiple work locations depending on the requirement.

What pay range can candidates expect for this role at Oklahoma Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services?

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What employment applies to this position at Oklahoma Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services?

Oklahoma Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services lists this position under the following employment categories:

Alternate-schedule
Full-time

What experience level is required for this role at Oklahoma Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services?

Oklahoma Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services is looking for a candidate with "Senior-level" experience level.

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