Family & Children's Services·Tulsa, Oklahoma
Provide peer counseling and recovery support to adults experiencing homelessness and severe mental illness or substance use disorders. Deliver services through outreach, mentoring, and the development of natural support systems using the CCBHC model of care.
PRSS works toward development of natural supports and necessary coping skills for clients to function as independently as possible in the community.
PRSS must have experience as a recipient of mental health or substance use services.
PRSS provides peer counseling to clients, while promoting self-determination in the treatment process.
Services predominantly delivered to adult population with serious mental illness, substance abuse, co-occurring and/or medically co-morbid diagnosis.
Family & Children's Services utilizes the Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic (CCBHC) model of care.
As a member of a multi-disciplinary care team, you will successfully support clients by providing whole person care with this transformative model.
Serve adult clients, age 18 and older, that are diagnosed with a severe mental illness, substance use disorder, or co-occurring disorder and also experiencing homelessness.
• Must be a high school graduate or have HS equivalent
• Minimum one-year specialized experience as a recipient of mental health services for mental illness and experience working with adults with mental illness
ODMHSAS Case Manager I Certification, completed within 60 days of eligibility.
Must possess a valid Driver License and satisfactory driving record to use agency and/or personal automobile to travel to locations other than primary office and/or for the transportation of clients.
PRSS Certification Required
This job is classified as a “safety-sensitive” position as defined by the Oklahoma Medical Marijuana and Patient Protection Act. Due to the “safety-sensitive” classification, an employee in this position would be subject to drug and alcohol testing, including random testing. Marijuana is one of the substances included in the drug panel screening. Possession of a medical marijuana license will not excuse you from the testing process or the consequences of testing positive for marijuana per the Family & Children’s Services Drug Free Workplace Policy, including possible revocation of a job offer or dismissal from employment.
Must be a high school graduate with at least one year of lived experience as a recipient of mental health services. Requires PRSS certification and a valid driver's license for client transportation.
Market context
Behavioral health positions in Oklahoma often reflect steady demand in settings serving patients with mental health and substance use needs, especially where teams need staff who can work across clinical and support functions. This role is competitive because it accepts multiple qualification paths, including a high school diploma with experience, a behavioral health degree, or an Oklahoma RN license with behavioral health experience. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to quickly compare fit, then confirm licensure, experience, and schedule expectations before applying.