Behavioral Health Manager Jobs in Oklahoma
Behavioral Health Manager jobs in Oklahoma are in steady demand, with strong hiring concentrated in community mental health centers, tribal health networks, and state-funded behavioral health systems across the state. Oklahoma City and Tulsa account for the bulk of openings, with Lawton representing a smaller but consistent market, and employers like OU Health, Saint Francis Health System, and the Oklahoma Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services among the most active and established hirers. The most sought-after specialties include substance use disorder program management, crisis services administration, and integrated care coordination. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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It's more than a career, it's a calling
OK-SSM Health St. Anthony Hospital MidwestWorker Type:
Job Highlights:
- Department: Senior Adult
- Schedule: Full Time Nights, 7pm - 7am
- Location: MWC
Our mission and values put the patient first and helps you to feel valued while respecting teamwork and collaboration. Our Behavioral Health Tech roles are an integral piece in our care team and we see it as a partnership. At SSM Health, we know the healing power of presence begins with compassionate people like you.
Daily Pay: Get paid daily doing the work you love in a way that fits your life. At SSM Health, we believe you deserve the flexibility to work a schedule that fits your life and to get paid when you need it.
Job Summary:
Provides direct behavioral health patient care by performing a variety of activities for patients.Job Responsibilities and Requirements:
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Assists patients with performing activities of daily living.
- Provides or assists with providing direct patient care and therapeutic interventions based on patient care assignments from RN.
- Observes and records patient behavior and activities. Reports any changes in condition and suggests modifications to the treatment plan.
- Establishes a therapeutic relationship with assigned patients.
- Applies knowledge of group dynamics in participating in therapeutic groups and maintaining the milieu.
- Monitors patients to ensure safety, including but not limited to rounding, environmental and safety checks.
- Works in a constant state of alertness and safe manner.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
EDUCATION
- Associate's degree in the behavioral health or a related field, or equivalent years of experience and education
EXPERIENCE
- No experience required
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
- Constant standing and walking.
- Frequent use of hearing and speech to share information through oral communication.
- Frequent use of hearing to distinguish body sounds and/or hear alarms, malfunctioning machinery, etc.
- Frequent lifting/carrying and pushing/pulling objects weighing 0-25 lbs.
- Frequent reaching, gripping, and keyboard use/data entry.
- Frequent use of vision for distances near (20 inches or less) and far (20 feet or more) and to identify and distinguish colors.
- Occasional bending, stooping, crawling, kneeling, sitting, squatting and repetitive foot/leg and hand/arm movements.
- Occasional use of vision to judge distances and spatial relationships.
- Occasional lifting/carrying and pushing/pulling objects weighing 25-50 lbs.
- Occasional lifting/moving patients.
- Occasional use of smell to detect/recognize odors.
- Occasional driving.
REQUIRED PROFESSIONAL LICENSE AND/OR CERTIFICATIONS
State of Work Location: Illinois, Missouri, Oklahoma, Wisconsin
- Basic Life Support HealthCare Provider (BLS HCP) - American Heart Association (AHA)
Work Shift:
Night Shift (United States of America)Job Type:
Department:
SSM Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. SSM Health provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Read our notice of non-discrimination
Benefits
SSM Health values our exceptional team members by offering a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, financial well-being, professional growth, and life outside of work. Benefits for eligible team members may include:
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options
- Generous accrued Paid Time Off (PTO)
- One week of paid parental leave for newborns or newly adopted children
- Upfront tuition coverage through FlexPath Funded
- Traditional tuition reimbursement and professional development opportunities
- No-cost, on-demand, continuing education courses through Relias
- Retirement savings programs with eligible SSM Health contributions and employer match
- Employer-paid life insurance and disability benefits
- Medical Plan Contribution Discount program
- Employee Assistance Program and well-being resources
- Well-being and financial wellness resources. Receive up to $500 annually in myhealthy life wellness funds.
- Employee discounts on products and services
- On-demand pay through DailyPay (fees may apply)
- Voluntary benefits, including supplemental health, legal, long-term care, pet, auto, and home insurance options
Benefits and eligibility vary by position, employment status, and program requirements. Benefits are subject to eligibility guidelines. Employees covered by a collective bargaining agreement (CBA) may be eligible for these benefits if these benefits are provided under the applicable CBA or side agreement thereto. Employees covered by a CBA should contact their Recruiter to receive the appropriate Employee Benefits Guide.
It's more than a career, it's a calling
OK-SSM Health St. Anthony Hospital MidwestWorker Type:
Job Highlights:
- Department: Senior Adult
- Schedule: Full Time Nights, 7pm - 7am
- Location: MWC
Our mission and values put the patient first and helps you to feel valued while respecting teamwork and collaboration. Our Behavioral Health Tech roles are an integral piece in our care team and we see it as a partnership. At SSM Health, we know the healing power of presence begins with compassionate people like you.
Daily Pay: Get paid daily doing the work you love in a way that fits your life. At SSM Health, we believe you deserve the flexibility to work a schedule that fits your life and to get paid when you need it.
Job Summary:
Provides direct behavioral health patient care by performing a variety of activities for patients.Job Responsibilities and Requirements:
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Assists patients with performing activities of daily living.
- Provides or assists with providing direct patient care and therapeutic interventions based on patient care assignments from RN.
- Observes and records patient behavior and activities. Reports any changes in condition and suggests modifications to the treatment plan.
- Establishes a therapeutic relationship with assigned patients.
- Applies knowledge of group dynamics in participating in therapeutic groups and maintaining the milieu.
- Monitors patients to ensure safety, including but not limited to rounding, environmental and safety checks.
- Works in a constant state of alertness and safe manner.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
EDUCATION
- Associate's degree in the behavioral health or a related field, or equivalent years of experience and education
EXPERIENCE
- No experience required
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
- Constant standing and walking.
- Frequent use of hearing and speech to share information through oral communication.
- Frequent use of hearing to distinguish body sounds and/or hear alarms, malfunctioning machinery, etc.
- Frequent lifting/carrying and pushing/pulling objects weighing 0-25 lbs.
- Frequent reaching, gripping, and keyboard use/data entry.
- Frequent use of vision for distances near (20 inches or less) and far (20 feet or more) and to identify and distinguish colors.
- Occasional bending, stooping, crawling, kneeling, sitting, squatting and repetitive foot/leg and hand/arm movements.
- Occasional use of vision to judge distances and spatial relationships.
- Occasional lifting/carrying and pushing/pulling objects weighing 25-50 lbs.
- Occasional lifting/moving patients.
- Occasional use of smell to detect/recognize odors.
- Occasional driving.
REQUIRED PROFESSIONAL LICENSE AND/OR CERTIFICATIONS
State of Work Location: Illinois, Missouri, Oklahoma, Wisconsin
- Basic Life Support HealthCare Provider (BLS HCP) - American Heart Association (AHA)
Work Shift:
Night Shift (United States of America)Job Type:
Department:
SSM Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. SSM Health provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Read our notice of non-discrimination
Benefits
SSM Health values our exceptional team members by offering a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, financial well-being, professional growth, and life outside of work. Benefits for eligible team members may include:
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options
- Generous accrued Paid Time Off (PTO)
- One week of paid parental leave for newborns or newly adopted children
- Upfront tuition coverage through FlexPath Funded
- Traditional tuition reimbursement and professional development opportunities
- No-cost, on-demand, continuing education courses through Relias
- Retirement savings programs with eligible SSM Health contributions and employer match
- Employer-paid life insurance and disability benefits
- Medical Plan Contribution Discount program
- Employee Assistance Program and well-being resources
- Well-being and financial wellness resources. Receive up to $500 annually in myhealthy life wellness funds.
- Employee discounts on products and services
- On-demand pay through DailyPay (fees may apply)
- Voluntary benefits, including supplemental health, legal, long-term care, pet, auto, and home insurance options
Benefits and eligibility vary by position, employment status, and program requirements. Benefits are subject to eligibility guidelines. Employees covered by a collective bargaining agreement (CBA) may be eligible for these benefits if these benefits are provided under the applicable CBA or side agreement thereto. Employees covered by a CBA should contact their Recruiter to receive the appropriate Employee Benefits Guide.
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What Oklahoma Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in behavioral health manager jobs across Oklahoma.
- Active Oklahoma licensure as a Licensed Professional Counselor, LCSW, or equivalent clinical credential
- Master's degree in social work, counseling, psychology, or a closely related behavioral health field
- Minimum of three to five years of direct behavioral health clinical or program management experience
- Demonstrated experience supervising clinical staff and managing multi-disciplinary behavioral health teams
- Knowledge of Oklahoma ODMHSAS compliance standards, documentation requirements, and reporting obligations
- Experience with Medicaid billing, managed care contracts, or state-funded behavioral health grant programs
Behavioral Health Manager Jobs in Oklahoma: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a behavioral health manager in Oklahoma?
The most direct path is earning a master's degree in counseling, social work, or psychology, then obtaining an active clinical license through the Oklahoma State Board of Licensed Professional Counselors or the Oklahoma State Board of Licensed Social Workers. Most employers require candidates to hold a license such as LPC, LCSW, or LADC before moving into a management role. From there, gaining supervisory experience within an Oklahoma community mental health center or tribal health program builds the clinical leadership background employers expect.
Which companies hire behavioral health managers in Oklahoma?
Companies currently hiring behavioral health managers in Oklahoma include SSM Health, ANGELS CARE, and Red Rock Behavioral Health Services, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. Oklahoma's strong tribal health network and state-operated community mental health centers also generate consistent management openings outside the major commercial systems.
Which Oklahoma cities have the most behavioral health manager jobs?
Oklahoma City, Tulsa, and Lawton have the most behavioral health manager openings in Oklahoma. Oklahoma City dominates due to the concentration of state agency headquarters, large hospital systems, and ODMHSAS-funded programs, while Tulsa's robust network of community mental health organizations and regional medical centers sustains steady demand, and Lawton's military-adjacent population drives need for behavioral health leadership tied to veteran and family services.
Are there remote behavioral health manager jobs in Oklahoma?
Yes, but they're limited. About 25% of behavioral health manager openings tied to Oklahoma are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, reflecting that most roles require direct oversight of clinical staff and on-site program operations. The portions most likely to be performed remotely include administrative functions, quality assurance review, and telehealth program coordination rather than the core supervisory duties.
How can I get hired as a behavioral health manager in Oklahoma with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is moving into a behavioral health manager role from a senior clinician or lead counselor position at an Oklahoma community mental health center, where internal promotions into program coordinator or team lead roles are common. ODMHSAS-funded centers and tribal health organizations across the state regularly promote experienced case managers and counselors who demonstrate clinical leadership. Completing your LPC or LCSW supervision hours while serving in a lead clinician role, then pursuing any available management certificate from an Oklahoma university, strengthens your candidacy considerably.
Where can I find and apply to behavioral health manager jobs in Oklahoma?
You can find and apply to behavioral health manager jobs in Oklahoma on Migrate Mate, which lists current Oklahoma openings updated regularly. Search the roles available, identify the ones that fit your background and preferred location, and apply directly to those positions.
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