Behavioral Health Professional Coordinator

State of Oklahoma; Tulsa (OK); On-site; USD 43,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Vacation & sick leave

Retirement plan

CEU opportunities

Employee assistance

Job summary

The State of Oklahoma is seeking a Behavioral Health Professional Coordinator for Tulsa Center Behavioral Health. This role supervises staff, develops individualized care plans, and ensures culturally responsive services aligned with recovery goals.

The position involves assessments, counseling, crisis intervention, and collaboration with a clinical team to achieve high-quality care while supporting on-call rotations and adherence to organizational policies.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in psychology, social work, counseling, or closely related field.
• Must be a licensed practitioner or eligible for licensure by Oklahoma boards (e.g., Psychologists, LCSW, LPC, LMFT, LBP, LADC).
• Three (3) years of post-master's experience in providing professional behavioral services in a state approved facility or similar entity.

Responsibilities

• Supervise designated staff to develop high-quality, integrated care.
• Direct operations to meet individual recovery and wellness outcomes.
• Develop treatment plans with individuals/families and clinical team.
• Provide assessments, counseling, and crisis intervention with fidelity to evidence-based approaches.

Education

Master's degree in psychology, social work, counseling

Job description

Behavioral Health Professional Coordinator

452 MENTAL HEALTH AND SUBSTANCE ABUSE SERV.

Supervisory Organization

Tulsa Center Behavioral Health

Job Posting End Date

Refer to the date listed at the top of this posting, if available. Continuous if date is blank. Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the posting end date above.

Full/Part-Time

Full time

Job Type

Regular

Compensation

($37.50)

Job Description

Behavioral Health Professional Coordinator. Join a team that CARES! Here at ODMHSAS, we believe in I.C.A.R.E. – Integrity, Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence. Our mission is to promote healthy communities and provide the highest quality care to enhance the well‑being of all Oklahomans. We take that very seriously – because we care! About The Position We are hiring a Behavioral Health Professional Coordinator. Duties would involve supervising designated staff in methods which ensure the ongoing development of staff to perform high quality, integrated, comprehensive, and individualized care. Directing operations and services to achieve the individual’s self‑identified goals and the organization‑defined recovery and wellness outcomes for the individuals in services. Ensuring the provision of culturally and linguistically responsive services consistent with the priorities and values of the organization, giving priority to reducing disparities in access to service. Providing staff evaluations and completing other organization defined administrative duties. Interviewing individuals and families by telehealth and/or in‑person to explore needs and resources of those requesting services. Developing treatment plans in collaboration with individuals/families in services and a clinical team. Ensuring assessments; individual, group and family counseling; and crisis intervention services are individualized, provided with high fidelity to evidence‑based approaches, documented to facility policy, and within direct care service standards set by the organization. Participating in interdisciplinary staffing and clinical consultations to ensure a high quality of clinical care and ensure the needs of individuals served are met. Participating in on‑call rotations within the facility to ensure continuity of care to individuals in services. Performing other duties as assigned.

Job Type/Salary

• Open/Close dates: 4/2/2026 - Until filled
• Full‑time
• Hourly rate: $37.50
• Primary Working Hours are 8:00am-4:30pm
• FLSA Status: Exempt
• Primary Work Location/Department: Tulsa Center for Behavioral Health–Social Work Dept
• Vacancies: 1

Minimum Qualifications And Experience

Education and Experience requirements at this level consist of a master's degree in psychology, social work, counseling, or closely related field and must be a practitioner with a license to practice, issued by one of the following Oklahoma state licensure boards Oklahoma State Board of Examiners of Psychologists, Oklahoma State Board of Licensed Social Workers (clinical specialty only), Oklahoma Board of Behavioral Health Licensure, Oklahoma Licensed Behavior Analyst Board, or the Oklahoma State Board of Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor (examples of accepted licensure include: Licensed Psychologist, Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFT), Licensed Behavioral Practitioner (LBP), Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor (LADC), Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor/Mental Health (LADC/MH)) plus three (3) years of post‑master's experience in providing professional behavioral services to consumers in a state approved facility or similar entity.

OR

The completion of a master's degree in psychology, social work, counseling, or closely related field and be actively and regularly receiving board approved supervision, and extended supervision by a fully licensed clinician if the board's supervision requirement is met, but the individual is not yet licensed, to become licensed by one of the following licensure boards: Oklahoma Board of Behavioral Health Licensure (Professional Counselor, Marriage and Family Therapist, and Behavioral Practitioner) Oklahoma Licensed Behavior Analyst Board, Oklahoma Licensed Behavior Analyst Board, or Oklahoma State Board of Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselors (Alcohol and Drug Counselor) plus four (4) years of experience in providing professional behavioral services to consumers in a state approved facility or similar entity.

Special Requirements

• Board approved supervision must begin no later than 30 days of start date.
• Applicants must possess and maintain a valid Oklahoma Driver's License and be willing and able to perform any job‑related travel normally associated with position.
• Some agencies may require certification through a specific Oklahoma licensure board.
• Position requires participation in on‑call rotation unless exempted by Executive Director.
• Preference may be given to candidates meeting the Licensed Mental Health Professional (LMHP) status as defined by Title 43A 1‑103(11) for some positions.
• Some agencies have determined some positions in this job family to be safety sensitive as defined byTitle 63 O.S.
• 427.8.

Great Reasons To Work With Us

• Generous state paid benefit allowance to help cover insurance premiums
• A wide choice of health insurance plans with no pre‑existing condition exclusions or limitations
• Flexible spending accounts for health care expenses or dependent care
• Employee assistance programs and health and fitness programs
• 11 paid holidays
• 15 days of vacation and 15 days of sick leave the first year
• Retirement Savings Plan with a generous match
• Longevity Bonus for years of service
• Student Loan repayment options
• Training opportunities for CEU requirements

About us: Tulsa Center for Behavioral Health (TCBH) is a psychiatric hospital accredited by The Joint Commission, dedicated to delivering evidence‑based, patient‑centered care. TCBH provides a safe, structured, and therapeutic environment that supports recovery and enhances quality of life for individuals and the community. The facility serves adults aged 18 and older who are experiencing a mental health crisis, with or without co‑occurring substance use disorders, and who are medically stable.

In response to the increasing need for mental health services in our community, TCBH is being replaced by a new facility, the Oklahoma Psychiatric Care Center (OPCC). Situated in the OSU Academic medical District in downtown Tulsa. This modern psychiatric hospital will feature 106 inpatient beds, an expanded residency program, and an enhanced range of behavioral health services. Construction of the OPCC is currently in progress.

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 OF 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.

The State of Oklahoma is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on genetic information, race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, or disability.

Current active State of Oklahoma employees must apply for open positions internally through the Workday Jobs Hub.