Mental Health Jobs in Oklahoma
Mental health jobs in Oklahoma are concentrated in Oklahoma City, Tulsa, and Lawton, where providers like OU Health, Saint Francis Health System, and the Oklahoma Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services maintain large behavioral health workforces. Demand is strongest for licensed clinical social workers, licensed professional counselors, and psychiatric nurse practitioners, with openings at every level from entry-level case managers to senior clinical directors. Community mental health centers and integrated care settings are among the most active hiring environments in the state right now. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Position Overview
As a Mental Health Technician, you will help maintain a safe, structured, and supportive environment for patients. You will assist with therapeutic activities, promote wellness, and contribute to de-escalation efforts when needed. Your presence and behavior will serve as a positive example, offering guidance and encouragement to those in your care.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide Direct and Indirect Care: Support patients individually and in groups within an inpatient behavioral health setting.
- Ensure Safety and Well-Being: Participate in de-escalation strategies and help ensure a safe environment that meets patients’ physical and emotional needs.
- Serve as a Role Model: Demonstrate effective problem-solving, decision-making, communication, and coping skills.
- Assist with Therapeutic Activities: Facilitate or support recreational, educational, and therapeutic activities that enhance emotional and mental wellness.
Job Type/Salary:
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1 position available:
- Sun 7p-5a, Wed 7p-5a, Fri 7p-5a, Sat 7p-5a
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Hourly Rates:
- Level I: $14.10 hourly
- Level II: $15.28 hourly
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Potential to earn extra $$:
- Extra $.50/hour for working evenings and nights
- Extra $.75/hour for working weekends and holiday
- Mental Health Technicians also receive an extra $1 per hour shift pay, for any shift worked! That can be stacked on top of the Evening/Weekend pay too.
- Weekends May be Required!
- FLSA Status is Non-Exempt.
- Posted: until filled
- Level I: No education or experience required.
- Level II: One year of behavioral health patient care experience required
- Possesses a strong commitment to patient well-being and safety.
- Must believe that recovery is possible!
- 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.
- 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.
- Generous Benefits: Great health insurance plus a generous benefits allowance.
- Comprehensive Health Coverage: A wide choice of health insurance plans with no pre-existing condition exclusions.
- Flexible Spending Accounts: Options for healthcare and dependent care expenses.
- Ample Time Off: 11 paid holidays, 15 days of vacation, and 15 days of sick leave in the first year.
- Retirement Savings Plan: With a generous company match to help secure your future.
- Employee Assistance Program: Support when you need it.
- Longevity Bonuses: For years of dedicated service.
- Training Opportunities: Continuous learning and development for CEU requirements.
About us:
About Us: Griffin Memorial Hospital (GMH) is located in Norman, Oklahoma, and serves all 77 counties in Oklahoma as a Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services (ODMHSAS) treatment center for adults. Griffin Memorial Hospital is a 120-bed acute psychiatric hospital serving persons aged 18 and over with severe mental illness and provides in-patient hospital care for those in need of mental health & substance abuse services.
Drug and Alcohol Pre-employment and Preplacement 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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Position Overview
As a Mental Health Technician, you will help maintain a safe, structured, and supportive environment for patients. You will assist with therapeutic activities, promote wellness, and contribute to de-escalation efforts when needed. Your presence and behavior will serve as a positive example, offering guidance and encouragement to those in your care.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide Direct and Indirect Care: Support patients individually and in groups within an inpatient behavioral health setting.
- Ensure Safety and Well-Being: Participate in de-escalation strategies and help ensure a safe environment that meets patients’ physical and emotional needs.
- Serve as a Role Model: Demonstrate effective problem-solving, decision-making, communication, and coping skills.
- Assist with Therapeutic Activities: Facilitate or support recreational, educational, and therapeutic activities that enhance emotional and mental wellness.
Job Type/Salary:
-
1 position available:
- Sun 7p-5a, Wed 7p-5a, Fri 7p-5a, Sat 7p-5a
-
Hourly Rates:
- Level I: $14.10 hourly
- Level II: $15.28 hourly
-
Potential to earn extra $$:
- Extra $.50/hour for working evenings and nights
- Extra $.75/hour for working weekends and holiday
- Mental Health Technicians also receive an extra $1 per hour shift pay, for any shift worked! That can be stacked on top of the Evening/Weekend pay too.
- Weekends May be Required!
- FLSA Status is Non-Exempt.
- Posted: until filled
- Level I: No education or experience required.
- Level II: One year of behavioral health patient care experience required
- Possesses a strong commitment to patient well-being and safety.
- Must believe that recovery is possible!
- 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.
- 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.
- Generous Benefits: Great health insurance plus a generous benefits allowance.
- Comprehensive Health Coverage: A wide choice of health insurance plans with no pre-existing condition exclusions.
- Flexible Spending Accounts: Options for healthcare and dependent care expenses.
- Ample Time Off: 11 paid holidays, 15 days of vacation, and 15 days of sick leave in the first year.
- Retirement Savings Plan: With a generous company match to help secure your future.
- Employee Assistance Program: Support when you need it.
- Longevity Bonuses: For years of dedicated service.
- Training Opportunities: Continuous learning and development for CEU requirements.
About us:
About Us: Griffin Memorial Hospital (GMH) is located in Norman, Oklahoma, and serves all 77 counties in Oklahoma as a Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services (ODMHSAS) treatment center for adults. Griffin Memorial Hospital is a 120-bed acute psychiatric hospital serving persons aged 18 and over with severe mental illness and provides in-patient hospital care for those in need of mental health & substance abuse services.
Drug and Alcohol Pre-employment and Preplacement 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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Mental Health Job Market in Oklahoma
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What Oklahoma Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in mental health jobs across Oklahoma.
- Active Oklahoma license issued by the relevant state behavioral health licensing board
- Master's degree in counseling, social work, psychology, or a related clinical field
- Experience providing direct clinical services in an outpatient, inpatient, or community setting
- Proficiency with electronic health records platforms used in behavioral health settings
- Ability to conduct assessments, develop treatment plans, and coordinate care independently
- Current CPR certification and compliance with Oklahoma health and background check requirements
Mental Health Jobs in Oklahoma: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a mental health professional in Oklahoma?
Becoming a licensed mental health professional in Oklahoma requires completing an accredited graduate degree in counseling, social work, or a related field and then applying through the appropriate state board. Licensed professional counselors are credentialed through the Oklahoma State Board of Behavioral Health Licensure, while licensed clinical social workers apply through the Oklahoma State Board of Licensed Social Workers. Each pathway requires supervised clinical hours and a passing score on the relevant national licensure exam before full licensure is granted.
Which companies hire mental health professionals in Oklahoma?
Companies currently hiring mental healths in Oklahoma include Xpress Wellness Urgent Care, State of Oklahoma, and oklahoma department of mental health and substance abuse services, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Oklahoma's community mental health center network, anchored by the state-funded system overseen by the Oklahoma Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services, is a particularly consistent source of openings across the state.
Which Oklahoma cities have the most mental health jobs?
Tulsa, Norman, and Cleveland County have the most mental health openings in Oklahoma. Oklahoma City drives the largest share of listings due to its concentration of hospital systems, federally qualified health centers, and state agency offices, while Tulsa's robust network of community health organizations and private practices accounts for most of the remaining volume, and Lawton's proximity to Fort Sill generates steady demand for veterans' behavioral health services.
Are there remote mental health jobs in Oklahoma?
Yes, and more than most clinical fields, because telehealth has become a mainstream care delivery model in behavioral health. About 33% of mental health openings tied to Oklahoma are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, reflecting the sector's broader shift toward virtual therapy and telepsychiatry. Roles focused on talk therapy, psychiatric medication management, and care coordination are the most likely to be offered remotely, while positions requiring in-person assessments or crisis intervention remain on-site.
How can I get hired as a mental health professional in Oklahoma with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying for a behavioral health technician, mental health associate, or case manager role at one of Oklahoma's community mental health centers, which regularly hire candidates who are still completing supervised hours toward full licensure. OU Health and Laureate Psychiatric Clinic and Hospital in Tulsa both offer structured training environments for new graduates. Completing a practicum or internship at an Oklahoma community mental health center during your graduate program is the credential that gives candidates the clearest edge, since many centers convert interns to staff once licensure eligibility is reached.
Where can I find and apply to mental health jobs in Oklahoma?
You can find and apply to mental health jobs in Oklahoma on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers across the state. Search the listings, find roles that fit your license level, specialty, and preferred location, and apply directly to the ones that match.
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