Behavioral Health Technician

Oakwood Springs; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision coverage

Paid time off

Tuition assistance & 401(k)

Wellness programs

Job summary

Oakwood Springs in Oklahoma City, OK seeks a Behavioral Health Tech to support inpatient programs and ensure patient safety. The role includes monitoring patients, performing delegated tasks, and assisting with group education while maintaining a therapeutic milieu.

You will report changes to the RN, help with admissions, and participate in daily living activities. The position is full-time with day shifts (7am-7pm) and requires CPR and CPI within 30 days.

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• License: Valid driver's license and favorable MVR with proof of insurance when driving.
• CPR certification within 30 days of employment and prior to patient contact.
• Crisis Prevention Training (CPI) within 30 days of employment and prior to patient contact.
• Additional age-specific training within 30 days of employment as required.

Responsibilities

• Observe and maintain a safe environment with patient checks and supervision.
• Take vital signs, collect specimens, document care, and monitor patients.
• Promote a positive therapeutic milieu and assist with meals and activities.
• Report medical or psychiatric changes to the RN and assist with admissions.
• Document patient property at admission and discharge; conduct unit safety checks.
• Encourage activities of daily living and facilitate psychoeducational groups.
• Apply crisis intervention and de-escalation techniques; follow program protocols.
• Orient new staff and comply with OSHA and CDC specimen guidelines.

Skills

Empathy

Patient care

Communication

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Oakwood Springs is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As a Behavioral Health Tech joining our team, you're embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier ®. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.

Oakwood Springs | Oklahoma City, OK

Behavioral Health Tech (BHT)

Job Type: Full-Time | Days Unit 1

Schedule: 3x12, 7am-7pm

Your Experience Matters

Oakwood Springs is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As a Behavioral Health Tech joining our team, you're embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier ®. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.

How You'll Contribute

• Observe and maintain a safe environment through regular patient checks, safety monitoring, contraband searches, and one‑on‑one supervision as needed.
• Perform delegated tasks such as taking vital signs, collecting specimens, documenting care, assisting with group education, and monitoring patients.
• Promote a positive therapeutic milieu and accompany patients to meals, breaks, off‑unit visits, and appointments.
• Report all medical or psychiatric changes to the RN and assist with admissions, including belongings inventory and vital signs.
• Document patient property at admission and discharge and conduct unit safety checks each shift to ensure a clean, therapeutic environment.
• Encourage or assist patients with activities of daily living and facilitate or co‑facilitate psychoeducational and therapeutic groups using established guidelines.
• Apply crisis intervention and de‑escalation techniques as needed and maintain knowledge of program protocols.
• Orient new staff members to the unit, document in the medical record according to policy, provide feedback to the interdisciplinary team, comply with OSHA and CDC specimen guidelines, and perform other duties as assigned.

Why join us

• Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees.
• Financial Protection & PTO: Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.
• Financial & Career Growth: Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
• Employee Well-being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
• Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

What We're Looking For

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• License: Will require valid driver's license and a favorable Motor Vehicle Report (MVR), along with proof of insurance when using personal or hospital owned vehicle
• Certification: CPR certification within 30 days of employment and prior to patient contact
• Crisis Prevention Training (CPI) within 30 days of employment and prior to patient contact
• Completion of additional age specific training within 30 days of employment as required

Minimum Work Experience

• Previous experience in a psychiatric health facility, with direct experience working with chemical dependency, dual diagnosis, psychiatric and geriatric patients preferred
• Additional Requirements: Must be at least 21 years of age

More About Oakwood Springs

People are our passion and purpose. Come work where you are appreciated for who you are not just what you can do. Oakwood Springs is a behavioral health hospital located in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. We provide inpatient and outpatient programming for those facing mental health and addiction challenges. Our programs offer caring, compassionate treatment for adolescents and adults, as well as specialized programming for active‑duty military, veterans, first responders, and other high‑risk frontline professionals. Programs include inpatient mental health and addiction treatment, Partial Hospitalization Programs (PHP), Intensive Outpatient Programs (IOP) and Help for Heroes®. Oklahoma City, the capital and largest city of Oklahoma, is known for its diverse economy, rich history, and unique blend of Western and Native American influences. It's nicknamed "The Big Friendly" due to its welcoming atmosphere and also "The Modern Frontier" due to its innovative spirit

EEOC Statement

Oakwood Springs is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Oakwood Springs is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.

Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier. Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post-acute care facilities. We believe that success is achieved through talented people. We want to create places where employees want to work, with opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a difference in communities across the country.