Mental Health Technician Jobs in Tulsa, OK

A Mental Health Technician, also known as a Psychiatric Technician, plays a crucial role in supporting mental health professionals in the diagnosis, treatment, and care of patients with mental illnesses, emotional disturbances, or developmental disabilities. They perform tasks such as monitoring patients' physical and emotional well-being, leading therapeutic and recreational activities, helping with personal hygiene, administering medication, and documenting patient behavior. They also assist in crisis situations, intervening when necessary under the guidance of a clinician.

Important skills for a Mental Health Technician include excellent communication, empathy, patience, and the ability to maintain composure in high-stress situations. They should also have strong observational skills to accurately monitor and report on patient behavior. Relevant certifications typically include CPR and Basic Life Support (BLS), along with a certification in psychiatric or mental health technology, such as the Certified Psychiatric Technician (CPT) or the Certified Mental Health Technician (CMHT). Prior experience in roles such as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), Home Health Aide, or Social Service Aide can serve as a valuable foundation for becoming a Mental Health Technician.

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Youth Care Coordinator

  • Tulsa, OK
  • 2 days ago
  • Tulsa, OK
  • 2 days ago

You will be working in an innovative and dynamic environment using a new transformative model of care Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic (CCBHC)....

Behavior Technician $22/hour

  • Tulsa, OK
  • 3 days ago
  • Tulsa, OK
  • 3 days ago

The Behavior Technician works to facilitate educational and behavioral services with children and adults with special needs and collaborates with school professionals and other behavioral...

Behavior Technician- $22/hr

  • Tulsa, OK
  • 3 days ago
  • Tulsa, OK
  • 3 days ago

The Behavior Technician works to facilitate educational andbehavioral services with children and adults with special needs andcollaborates with school professionals and other behavioral...

This position is based out of Cushing, OK*** Counselor / Therapist LADC LCSW LPC LMFT - Tues - Sat (8am - 5pm) : $10,000 Sign-On Bonus Here's why you should join our team: Average caseload of 10...

Consumer Recovery Specialist

  • Tulsa, OK
  • 15 days ago
  • Tulsa, OK
  • 15 days ago

Job Posting Title Consumer Recovery Specialist Agency 452 MENTAL HEALTH AND SUBSTANCE ABUSE SERV....

Mental Health/Psychiatric Tech $27/hr Tulsa OK

  • Tulsa, OK
  • 16 days ago
  • Tulsa, OK
  • 16 days ago

Health Technician monitors a patients safety, physical andemotional well-being and report directly to medical staff....

Psychiatric Technician I - Senior Behavioral

  • Tulsa, OK
  • 23 days ago
  • Tulsa, OK
  • 23 days ago

health patients' needs....

Case Manager/Care Coordinator - Women's Justice Team

  • Tulsa, OK
  • 30+ days ago
  • Tulsa, OK
  • 30+ days ago

Minimum one-year experience in the mental health/substance abuse field with a Bachelor's Degree in a mental health, substance abuse or criminal justice specialty....

Mental Health Technician/CNA

  • Tulsa, OK
  • 45+ days ago
  • Tulsa, OK
  • 45+ days ago

Mental health technicians work 12 hour shifts, 3 days on/ 4 days off, with one swing shift per month....

Mental Health Technician

  • Tulsa, OK
  • 90+ days ago
  • Tulsa, OK
  • 90+ days ago

Job Posting Title Mental Health Technician Agency 452 MENTAL HEALTH AND SUBSTANCE ABUSE SERV....

Demographic Data for Tulsa, OK

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Mental Health in Social Work
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Mental Health Theory and Practice
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Mental Health History and Treatment
This course will explore the history and treatment of individuals with mental health disorders in the United States. Learners will be introduced to diagnoses, current treatment, and social impacts...

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Salary for Mental Health Technician Jobs in Tulsa, OK

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Highest Education Level

Mental Health Technicians in Tulsa, OK offer the following education background
Master's Degree
38.9%
Bachelor's Degree
33.2%
Associate's Degree
7.2%
High School or GED
7.1%
Doctorate Degree
7.1%
Vocational Degree or Certification
5.4%
Some College
0.9%
Some High School
0.2%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Mental Health Technicians in Tulsa, OK
None
55.6%
1-2 years
28.0%
Less than 1 year
12.6%
4-6 years
2.8%
2-4 years
1.1%



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