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Oklahoma City, Oklahoma

Behavioral Health Technician

Behavioral Health TechFull-Time

Listed compensation

$17-$18/hr

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Job Description

  • Job Location: Oklahoma Recovery Center - Oklahoma City, OK
  • Salary Range: $17.00 - $18.00
  • Job Shift: Any

We are a nationwide network of addiction treatment centers providing evidence-based care for substance use disorders and co-occurring mental health conditions. Through individualized treatment and a full continuum of care, we help clients build the skills, confidence, and foundation needed for lasting recovery and a healthier, more fulfilling life. About the Role The Behavioral Health Technician (BHT) will monitor clients, transport them for treatment, communicate and document all occurrences, and help to provide a safe, caring environment in which the clients can recover. BHTs spend more direct time with the clients than any other position, and as such, are the lead role models in helping the clients to rebuild new lives. Requires maintaining a positive, productive attitude, even when clients may be argumentative or non-compliant. Key Responsibilities

  • Monitor and supervise clients at all times, including the Recovery Community, 12-step meetings, gym, outside activities, Outpatient Clinic, and wherever and whenever you are in the presence of active program participants.
  • Ensure that clients adhere to facility rules, providing guidance and assurance of program guidelines and requirements.
  • Provide support and intervention by verbally supporting clients as needed in times of confusion, discontent, and disappointment, helping them to understand the value of the treatment experience while maintaining appropriate boundaries. De-escalate situations through nonviolent crisis intervention and a personal commitment to client wellbeing.
  • Transport clients and/or staff to and from a variety of destinations at the direction and discretion of your immediate supervisor or designee.
  • Maintain record keeping and documentation, including daily shift reports, client behavioral incidents and any consequences given to clients or turned in to staff, maintenance needs, and forms or documents used during a treatment episode.
  • Perform inventory on office supplies and food and shop as needed, making sure all supplies are kept adequately stocked and informing appropriate parties when supplies are low.
  • Complete computer filing into the electronic medical record.
  • Prepare rooms and units for new clients. When a client discharges from treatment, his or her unit must be prepared for the next client, including but not limited to laundry, bedding, sanitizing all areas, and cleaning the refrigerator. Qualifications
  • Valid driver's license with a clean driving record
  • Ability to operate a 15-passenger van.
  • Must be 25 years of age (requirement to drive company vans).
  • Knowledge of Windows, basic email, Microsoft Word, timekeeping software, and basic computer navigational skills.
  • Self-motivated and self-directed.
  • Team player.
  • High level of patience.
  • Pass a pre-employment background check and drug screening. Preferred Qualifications
  • Professional and/or personal experience with substance abuse treatment. Benefits
  • Health Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Paid Time Off
  • Career Growth Opportunities Qualifications:

Key Responsibilities

The Behavioral Health Technician monitors and supervises clients to ensure a safe, supportive environment while facilitating their daily activities and treatment adherence. They are also responsible for maintaining accurate documentation, transporting clients, and performing facility upkeep tasks.

Requirements

Candidates must possess a valid driver's license with a clean record and be at least 25 years old to operate company vehicles. Proficiency in basic computer skills and the ability to pass a background check and drug screening are mandatory.

Key Skills

Client MonitoringTransportationDe-escalationInventory ManagementElectronic Medical RecordsCommunicationTeamworkComputer Literacy

Behavioral Health Career Context

Of the 40 active Behavioral Health listings this role was benchmarked against, 73% have no call, 63% require no weekends.

Behavioral Health pay on WeekdayDoc is down 1.8% vs. the prior quarter (through Oct 2026).

Behavioral Health by the numbers
MeasureThis jobMarket
Listed pay$35k–$37kBehavioral Health median $42k (middle half $37k–$47k)683 comparable listings, Nov 2026
Cost-of-living adjusted pay~$41k in purchasing powerOklahoma index 87.8 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Behavioral Health listings in Oklahoma13 active1,229 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 73% no call · 63% no weekends40 benchmarked listings
Sign-on & loan repaymentnot statedUS healthcare professional listings (all specialties): 4% state a sign-on bonus (median $3k) · 14% offer loan repayment1,000 active listings, Nov 2026
New Behavioral Health listings863 in the last 30 days486 the 30 days before (+78%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Behavioral Health pay trend−1.8% vs prior quarter—through Oct 2026
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index, BEA Regional Price Parities (2024); as of Nov 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

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Salary Distribution

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Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks

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401k / retirement match
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CME allowance
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PSLF eligible
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Sign-on bonus
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Loan repayment
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Work-life snapshot

median 1.5this job 1.5
Below most Behavioral Health listings for work-life

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 1,200 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

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Benefits & Perks

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Paid Time Off
Career Growth Opportunities

Living in Oklahoma City

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$209k
Typical market rent
$1,285/mo
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
90.4
State income tax
Up to 4.8%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Sep 2026), Zillow market rents (Sep 2026).

BEA 2024 · Oklahoma City, OK metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.