Behavioral Health Technician Jobs in Oklahoma City, OK
Behavioral Health Technician jobs in Oklahoma City are concentrated in the Midtown medical corridor, the Mercy Health district near NW Expressway, and the south Oklahoma City community service hubs, with strong demand across residential treatment centers, inpatient psychiatric facilities, and outpatient behavioral health organizations. Employers hiring right now include SSM Health, Oakwood Springs, and OU Health. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Position Title:
Behavioral Health Therapist - Children's Behavioral Health Center - InpatientDepartment:
BHC Adolescent Acute 5 NorthJob Description:
*Behavioral Health Therapist positions are available at levels I, II, or III, depending on experience and education. *
Our NEW Pediatric Behavioral Health Center is scheduled to open in December 2026. Candidates applying for this position should expect a start date after September 1, 2026 . All applicants must be 21 years of age or older and provide two professional references as part of the hiring process.
The Licensed behavioral health therapist is a behavioral health therapist under direct supervision of an applicable independently licensed individual. This position will provide therapeutic services to adult or pediatric patients at OU Health who need behavioral health services in outpatient, inpatient or in the emergency department while under a valid supervision contract with the applicable Oklahoma State Board.
Essential Responsibilities
Responsibilities listed in this section are core to the position. Inability to perform these responsibilities with or without an accommodation may result in disqualification from the position.
Conducts therapeutic interviews of patients, family members and other people connected to the patient, to gather collateral information.
Conducts screenings, psychosocial and diagnostic assessments and communicates findings to necessary staff as appropriate.
Provides education to patients, family members and other people connected to the patient regarding mental health diseases, treatments, social or financial situations, emotional stress and/or other mental health/social problems.
Develops a collaborative care plan and provides therapeutic interventions to patients, family members and other people connected to the patient, to assist patient in reaching goals and to prevent relapse.
Monitors and evaluates patient outcomes related to therapeutic goals in collaborative care plan.
Provides behavioral interventions to support patient improvement, maintain stability, and prevent relapse.
Develops and facilitates patient support or therapy groups to meet the needs of the clinical location or patient population.
Provides psychotherapy counseling and other evidence-based psychotherapy interventions for the patients, family members and other people connected to the patient.
Documents counseling services, care coordination, and interactions appropriately to meet the standards of all accrediting, governing bodies, and billing requirements with standardized departmental templates.
Conducts risk assessments related to harming self or others, provides brief interventions, crisis counseling, establishes individual patient safety plans. Connects resources to patient, family members and other people connected to the patient, and documents sessions that meet the standards of all accrediting, governing bodies and billing requirements where services are rendered.
Acts as a liaison between patients, family members and other people connected to the patient, staff and other agencies.
Assists the patients, family members and other people connected to the patient, with referrals, placements, or transfers when clinically indicated.
Assists patients, family members and other people connected to the patient, with adverse reactions or difficult adjustments to illness, treatment, or changes in functional status.
Utilize trauma informed care.
Acts as a patient advocate for issues related to informed decision making, end-of-life care, realistic goal setting and appropriate resolution of ethical dilemmas.
Work collaboratively with consultative services and other applicable services as clinically indicated
Assists patients with psychotherapy such as Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Interpersonal Therapy or other evidence-based modalities as trained in and appropriate.
Attend regular case consultation, team meetings, and peer review.
Follows and meets expectations of departmental standard operating procedures.
Participate in weekly individual or group supervision as indicated in standard operating procedures as required for licensure.
Complete Third-Party Statement Affidavit statements and seek independently licensed individual if a LMHP is required to be completed.
Signs documentation in a timely manner as outlined in standard operating procedures.
General Responsibilities
Performs other duties as assigned.
Level I Minimum Qualifications
Education Requirements
Master's degree from accredited institution in social work, counseling or psychology required.
Experience Requirements
0-3 years of experience required.
License/Certification/Registration Requirements
Licensed Master of Social Work (LMSW) with Supervision, Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Licensed Marital and Family Therapist (LMFT) or Board-certified behavior analyst (BCBA) certified by Board of Analyst certification Board BACB. (BCBA must also be licensed by the Oklahoma Human Services' (OKDHS) Developmental Disabilities Services Division (DDS) to provide behavior analysis services from applicable Oklahoma state board required.)
Active supervision contract with applicable licensing board required.
Provisional license is accepted in the first 3 months of employment with Supervision.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities Required:
Knowledge of the principles and practices of individual and group psychotherapy, social and psychological casework, of social and welfare resources available in the community and hospital, of current social and economic conditions, trends, and problems.
Knowledge of federal and state laws particularly related to patient confidentiality.
Knowledge of case management fundamentals and the technical/procedural aspects of case management.
Ability to resolve issues, applying judgment, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills to determine a course of action.
Ability to exercise discretion when making decisions and seeks management advice to determine proper course of action while following established standards.
Ability to handle stressful situations, different situations or circumstances, and complete projects in a timely manner.
Ability to explain technical data in a form understandable by patients, families, and hospital staff.
Good interpersonal and communication skills.
Level II Minimum Qualifications
Education Requirements
Master's degree from accredited institution in social work, counseling or psychology required.
Experience Requirements
At least 3 years of postgraduate counseling experience in a healthcare setting required.
License/Certification/Registration Requirements
Licensed Clinical Social Work (LCSW), Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Licensed Marital and Family Therapist (LMFT), or Board-certified behavior analyst (BCBA) certified by Board of Analyst certification Board BACB. (BCBA must also be licensed by the Oklahoma Human Services' (OKDHS) Developmental Disabilities Services Division (DDS) to provide behavior analysis services from applicable Oklahoma state board required.)
Must be able to provide clinical supervision per Oklahoma licensing board requirements.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities Required
Advanced knowledge of the principles and practices of individual and group psychotherapy, social and psychological casework, of social and welfare resources available in the community and hospital, of current social and economic conditions, trends, and problems.
Knowledge of federal and state laws particularly related to patient confidentiality.
Knowledge of case management fundamentals and the technical/procedural aspects of case management.
Ability to resolve complex issues, applying judgment, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills to determine a course of action.
Ability to exercise discretion when making decisions and seeks management advice to determine proper course of action while following established standards.
Ability to handle stressful situations, different situations or circumstances, and complete projects in a timely manner.
Ability to explain technical data in a form understandable by patients, families, and hospital staff.
Good interpersonal and communication skills.
Level III Minimum Qualifications
Education Requirements
Master's degree from accredited institution in social work, counseling or psychology required.
Experience Requirements
5 or more years of postgraduate counseling experience in a healthcare setting required.
License/Certification/Registration Requirements
Licensed Clinical Social Work (LCSW), Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Licensed Marital and Family Therapist (LMFT) or Board-certified behavior analyst (BCBA) certified by Board of Analyst certification Board BACB. (BCBA must also be licensed by the Oklahoma Human Services' (OKDHS) Developmental Disabilities Services Division (DDS) to provide behavior analysis services.)
Must be able to provide clinical supervision per Oklahoma licensing board requirements.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities Required
Expert level knowledge of the principles and practices of individual and group psychotherapy, social and psychological casework, of social and welfare resources available in the community and hospital, of current social and economic conditions, trends, and problems.
Knowledge of federal and state laws particularly related to patient confidentiality.
Knowledge of case management fundamentals and the technical/procedural aspects of case management.
Ability to resolve the most complex issues, applying judgment, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills to determine a course of action.
Ability to exercise discretion when making decisions and seeks management advice to determine proper course of action while following established standards.
Ability to handle stressful situations, different situations or circumstances, and complete projects in a timely manner.
Ability to explain technical data in a form understandable by patients, families, and hospital staff.
Ability to provide constructive feedback and facilitate open dialogue.
Good interpersonal and communication skills.
Current OU Health Employees - Please click HERE to login.
OU Health is an equal opportunity employer. We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including PTO, 401(k), medical and dental plans, and many more. We know that a total benefits and compensation package, designed to meet your specific needs both inside and outside of the work environment, create peace of mind for you and your family.
Position Title:
Behavioral Health Therapist - Children's Behavioral Health Center - InpatientDepartment:
BHC Adolescent Acute 5 NorthJob Description:
*Behavioral Health Therapist positions are available at levels I, II, or III, depending on experience and education. *
Our NEW Pediatric Behavioral Health Center is scheduled to open in December 2026. Candidates applying for this position should expect a start date after September 1, 2026 . All applicants must be 21 years of age or older and provide two professional references as part of the hiring process.
The Licensed behavioral health therapist is a behavioral health therapist under direct supervision of an applicable independently licensed individual. This position will provide therapeutic services to adult or pediatric patients at OU Health who need behavioral health services in outpatient, inpatient or in the emergency department while under a valid supervision contract with the applicable Oklahoma State Board.
Essential Responsibilities
Responsibilities listed in this section are core to the position. Inability to perform these responsibilities with or without an accommodation may result in disqualification from the position.
Conducts therapeutic interviews of patients, family members and other people connected to the patient, to gather collateral information.
Conducts screenings, psychosocial and diagnostic assessments and communicates findings to necessary staff as appropriate.
Provides education to patients, family members and other people connected to the patient regarding mental health diseases, treatments, social or financial situations, emotional stress and/or other mental health/social problems.
Develops a collaborative care plan and provides therapeutic interventions to patients, family members and other people connected to the patient, to assist patient in reaching goals and to prevent relapse.
Monitors and evaluates patient outcomes related to therapeutic goals in collaborative care plan.
Provides behavioral interventions to support patient improvement, maintain stability, and prevent relapse.
Develops and facilitates patient support or therapy groups to meet the needs of the clinical location or patient population.
Provides psychotherapy counseling and other evidence-based psychotherapy interventions for the patients, family members and other people connected to the patient.
Documents counseling services, care coordination, and interactions appropriately to meet the standards of all accrediting, governing bodies, and billing requirements with standardized departmental templates.
Conducts risk assessments related to harming self or others, provides brief interventions, crisis counseling, establishes individual patient safety plans. Connects resources to patient, family members and other people connected to the patient, and documents sessions that meet the standards of all accrediting, governing bodies and billing requirements where services are rendered.
Acts as a liaison between patients, family members and other people connected to the patient, staff and other agencies.
Assists the patients, family members and other people connected to the patient, with referrals, placements, or transfers when clinically indicated.
Assists patients, family members and other people connected to the patient, with adverse reactions or difficult adjustments to illness, treatment, or changes in functional status.
Utilize trauma informed care.
Acts as a patient advocate for issues related to informed decision making, end-of-life care, realistic goal setting and appropriate resolution of ethical dilemmas.
Work collaboratively with consultative services and other applicable services as clinically indicated
Assists patients with psychotherapy such as Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Interpersonal Therapy or other evidence-based modalities as trained in and appropriate.
Attend regular case consultation, team meetings, and peer review.
Follows and meets expectations of departmental standard operating procedures.
Participate in weekly individual or group supervision as indicated in standard operating procedures as required for licensure.
Complete Third-Party Statement Affidavit statements and seek independently licensed individual if a LMHP is required to be completed.
Signs documentation in a timely manner as outlined in standard operating procedures.
General Responsibilities
Performs other duties as assigned.
Level I Minimum Qualifications
Education Requirements
Master's degree from accredited institution in social work, counseling or psychology required.
Experience Requirements
0-3 years of experience required.
License/Certification/Registration Requirements
Licensed Master of Social Work (LMSW) with Supervision, Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Licensed Marital and Family Therapist (LMFT) or Board-certified behavior analyst (BCBA) certified by Board of Analyst certification Board BACB. (BCBA must also be licensed by the Oklahoma Human Services' (OKDHS) Developmental Disabilities Services Division (DDS) to provide behavior analysis services from applicable Oklahoma state board required.)
Active supervision contract with applicable licensing board required.
Provisional license is accepted in the first 3 months of employment with Supervision.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities Required:
Knowledge of the principles and practices of individual and group psychotherapy, social and psychological casework, of social and welfare resources available in the community and hospital, of current social and economic conditions, trends, and problems.
Knowledge of federal and state laws particularly related to patient confidentiality.
Knowledge of case management fundamentals and the technical/procedural aspects of case management.
Ability to resolve issues, applying judgment, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills to determine a course of action.
Ability to exercise discretion when making decisions and seeks management advice to determine proper course of action while following established standards.
Ability to handle stressful situations, different situations or circumstances, and complete projects in a timely manner.
Ability to explain technical data in a form understandable by patients, families, and hospital staff.
Good interpersonal and communication skills.
Level II Minimum Qualifications
Education Requirements
Master's degree from accredited institution in social work, counseling or psychology required.
Experience Requirements
At least 3 years of postgraduate counseling experience in a healthcare setting required.
License/Certification/Registration Requirements
Licensed Clinical Social Work (LCSW), Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Licensed Marital and Family Therapist (LMFT), or Board-certified behavior analyst (BCBA) certified by Board of Analyst certification Board BACB. (BCBA must also be licensed by the Oklahoma Human Services' (OKDHS) Developmental Disabilities Services Division (DDS) to provide behavior analysis services from applicable Oklahoma state board required.)
Must be able to provide clinical supervision per Oklahoma licensing board requirements.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities Required
Advanced knowledge of the principles and practices of individual and group psychotherapy, social and psychological casework, of social and welfare resources available in the community and hospital, of current social and economic conditions, trends, and problems.
Knowledge of federal and state laws particularly related to patient confidentiality.
Knowledge of case management fundamentals and the technical/procedural aspects of case management.
Ability to resolve complex issues, applying judgment, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills to determine a course of action.
Ability to exercise discretion when making decisions and seeks management advice to determine proper course of action while following established standards.
Ability to handle stressful situations, different situations or circumstances, and complete projects in a timely manner.
Ability to explain technical data in a form understandable by patients, families, and hospital staff.
Good interpersonal and communication skills.
Level III Minimum Qualifications
Education Requirements
Master's degree from accredited institution in social work, counseling or psychology required.
Experience Requirements
5 or more years of postgraduate counseling experience in a healthcare setting required.
License/Certification/Registration Requirements
Licensed Clinical Social Work (LCSW), Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Licensed Marital and Family Therapist (LMFT) or Board-certified behavior analyst (BCBA) certified by Board of Analyst certification Board BACB. (BCBA must also be licensed by the Oklahoma Human Services' (OKDHS) Developmental Disabilities Services Division (DDS) to provide behavior analysis services.)
Must be able to provide clinical supervision per Oklahoma licensing board requirements.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities Required
Expert level knowledge of the principles and practices of individual and group psychotherapy, social and psychological casework, of social and welfare resources available in the community and hospital, of current social and economic conditions, trends, and problems.
Knowledge of federal and state laws particularly related to patient confidentiality.
Knowledge of case management fundamentals and the technical/procedural aspects of case management.
Ability to resolve the most complex issues, applying judgment, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills to determine a course of action.
Ability to exercise discretion when making decisions and seeks management advice to determine proper course of action while following established standards.
Ability to handle stressful situations, different situations or circumstances, and complete projects in a timely manner.
Ability to explain technical data in a form understandable by patients, families, and hospital staff.
Ability to provide constructive feedback and facilitate open dialogue.
Good interpersonal and communication skills.
Current OU Health Employees - Please click HERE to login.
OU Health is an equal opportunity employer. We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including PTO, 401(k), medical and dental plans, and many more. We know that a total benefits and compensation package, designed to meet your specific needs both inside and outside of the work environment, create peace of mind for you and your family.
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Behavioral Health Technician Jobs in Oklahoma City: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a behavioral health technician job in Oklahoma City?
Focus your search on Oklahoma City's residential treatment facilities, crisis stabilization units, and the psychiatric units attached to major hospital campuses in the Midtown and NW Expressway corridors. Candidates with hands-on patient care experience, CPR certification, and familiarity with electronic health record systems consistently stand out. Applying directly to community mental health centers and nonprofit behavioral health agencies in south and northeast Oklahoma City also opens doors that broader job searches often miss.
Which companies hire behavioral health technicians in Oklahoma City?
Companies currently hiring behavioral health technicians in Oklahoma City include SSM Health, Oakwood Springs, and OU Health, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Oklahoma City's mix of large hospital systems, freestanding psychiatric hospitals, and nonprofit community behavioral health organizations means openings appear across a wide range of employer sizes and care settings.
Are there remote behavioral health technician jobs in Oklahoma City?
Remote work is uncommon for behavioral health technicians because the role is fundamentally hands-on, involving direct patient observation, crisis support, and in-person therapeutic activity facilitation. About 0% of behavioral health technician openings tied to Oklahoma City are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, and those positions typically involve documentation, telehealth support coordination, or administrative functions rather than direct patient care.
How can I get a behavioral health technician job in Oklahoma City with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path in Oklahoma City is applying to overnight or weekend shifts at residential treatment centers and youth behavioral health facilities, where turnover creates consistent openings for candidates without a long clinical background. Employers in the nonprofit community mental health sector, including organizations operating in south and northeast Oklahoma City, regularly hire entry-level candidates and provide on-the-job training. A completed CPI or de-escalation training course before applying gives you a concrete edge over other new candidates.
Which industries hire the most behavioral health technicians in Oklahoma City?
Most behavioral health technician openings in Oklahoma City sit in Healthcare & Medical Services, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Oklahoma City's investment in expanding its mental health infrastructure, including crisis response networks and community-based care programs, has concentrated steady hiring demand in these sectors across the metro.
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