Welcome to the Department of Mental Health & Substance Abuse Services (DMHSAS)

Join our Team at DMHSAS —helping people recover from mental illness and addiction, reuniting families, and improving communities.

Full time employees receive:

State Retirement with generous company match
11 Paid Holidays Each Year
15 Days of Annual Leave and 15 Days of Sick Leave the First Year
Subsidized Insurance Benefits – We help you pay for your benefits!

To learn more about the competitive and generous benefits provided to all full time employees click here.

To learn more about the vital services we provide to Oklahomans of all ages, please visit https://oklahoma.gov/odmhsas.html.

The Oklahoma Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services (ODMHSAS) is the State’s statutory authority responsible for prevention, treatment and recovery from mental illness, substance abuse and addictive disorders. In addition, ODMHSAS provides prevention services at the state and local levels, in partnership with area health providers, schools, law enforcement, veteran’s groups and other community stakeholders.  ODMHSAS manages the state’s behavioral health Medicaid services, and has rule-making responsibility for specific statutory certification processes (certifying approximately 3,300 treatment providers, organizations and individuals, throughout the state).

First Preference / Pre-Announcement: DMHSAS facilities must notify the above listed HR department by the opening date and time listed above if they have employees with a first preference request to return to work on a limited duty release.

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.

Statewide Nursing Opportunities

Oklahoma, OK

Full Time

Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services

Mid Level

Join Our Team: Make a Difference as a Nursing Professional

The Oklahoma Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services (ODMHSAS) is seeking compassionate and dedicated Registered Nurses (RNs) and Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) to provide care and support to individuals battling mental illness and addiction.

As part of our team, you’ll have the opportunity to:

Help rebuild lives and reunite families.
Strengthen communities through your care and expertise.
Work in a supportive environment that values professional growth and personal well-being.

We have positions available in multiple locations, including:

Norman
Lawton
Tulsa
McAlester
Vinita
Woodward
And other communities across Oklahoma.

Why Join ODMHSAS?

Competitive salaries and benefits.
Opportunities for professional development.
A meaningful career helping others.

If you’re ready to make a real impact and grow in your career, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply Today!
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Professional Contracts are available Registered Nurses!

Rates for outpatient settings:

Day	$52.00	Day/Weekend	$55.00
Evening	$55.00	Evening/Weekend	$58.00
Night	$57.00	Night/Weekend	$60.00

Rates for Crisis or inpatient settings:

Day	$55.00	Day/Weekend	$58.00
Evening	$58.00	Evening/Weekend	$61.00
Night	$60.00	Night/Weekend	$63.00

Job Type/Salary for full-time employees:

LPN Base Salary Range: $45,000 - $49,000 (depending on years of experience and setting) not including benefits!
RN Base Salary Range : $65,000.00 - $76,500 (depending on years of experience and setting) not including benefits!

Why Join Us as a Full-Time Employee?

Generous Benefits:A generous benefits allowance to help you pay for your health benefits.
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.

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Company Overview:

The Oklahoma Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services (DMHSAS) is the state’s safety net mental health and substance use treatment services system. The department’s core mission is to provide prevention and treatment services for Oklahomans who are indigent and without a means to pay. Treatment services include inpatient hospital and outpatient community-based mental health treatment services, forensic services, residential treatment, and outpatient services to address substance use dependence and addiction.

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