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Temporary Mental Health Technician - Inpatient

Oklahoma Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse ServicesMcAlester, OK

$14+ / hour

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Overview

Schedule
Alternate-schedule
Part-time
Career level
Senior-level
Compensation
$14+/hour
Benefits
Career Development

Job Description

About the Position: Under close supervision, this position provides non-professional direct or indirect care for consumers of behavioral health treatment in an inpatient, outpatient or residential care setting. This includes participation in de-escalation activities and assuring that consumers are kept safe. This position acts as a role model for consumers, demonstrating effective problem solving and decision-making skills and will assist in providing recreational and therapeutic activities for the child consumer, transporting residents to and from medical appointments, and assuring scheduled programming is carried out.

Job Type/Salary:

    Two (2) Vacancies
  • Application period: March 26, 2026 - until filled.
  • Annual salary: $14.10 per hour plus shift and weekend differential
  • Primary Working Hours: Vary to include evenings, nights, and weekends.
  • FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
  • Part Time

    Minimum Qualifications and Experience:

    • No experience required

    Special Requirements:

    • 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.
    • Willing to fulfill any job-related travel normally associated with this position. 
    • 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.

    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.

    CACMHC is committed to acknowledging and honoring differences in ethnic and other diverse groups of people.  The agency recognizes the vital role this plays in the emotional well-being, identity, and therapeutic care of adults, children and families served, and will tolerate nothing less than respectful, thoughtful, empathic attitudes from its employees and consultants.

    CACMHC offers rewarding career opportunities for health care professionals in a progressive and dynamic psychiatric care facility and outpatient clinic. 

    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.

    An Equal Opportunity Employer.

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FAQs About Temporary Mental Health Technician - Inpatient 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?
Candidates can expect a pay range of $14.1 (per hour).
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
  • Part-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.
What benefits are offered by Oklahoma Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services for this role?
Oklahoma Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services offers Career Development for this position. Actual benefits may vary depending on the employer's policies and employment terms.
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