Mental Health Technician Jobs in Apache Junction, AZ

A Mental Health Technician, also known as a Psychiatric Technician, plays a crucial role in supporting mental health professionals in the diagnosis, treatment, and care of patients with mental illnesses, emotional disturbances, or developmental disabilities. They perform tasks such as monitoring patients' physical and emotional well-being, leading therapeutic and recreational activities, helping with personal hygiene, administering medication, and documenting patient behavior. They also assist in crisis situations, intervening when necessary under the guidance of a clinician.

Important skills for a Mental Health Technician include excellent communication, empathy, patience, and the ability to maintain composure in high-stress situations. They should also have strong observational skills to accurately monitor and report on patient behavior. Relevant certifications typically include CPR and Basic Life Support (BLS), along with a certification in psychiatric or mental health technology, such as the Certified Psychiatric Technician (CPT) or the Certified Mental Health Technician (CMHT). Prior experience in roles such as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), Home Health Aide, or Social Service Aide can serve as a valuable foundation for becoming a Mental Health Technician.

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Registered Behavior Technician ($22 - $25 per hour)

  • Maxim Healthcare
  • Mesa, AZ (17 miles from Apache Junction, AZ)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Mesa, AZ (17 miles from Apache Junction, AZ)
  • 1 hour ago

Hourly Pay: $22 - $25 DOE Maxim Healthcare is hiring for a Registered Behavioral Technician to work one-one-one children and/or adults with Autism Spectrum Disorder and similar developmental...

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Behavior Technician (BT) / Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) Job Gilbert, AZ

  • Talentcare
  • Gilbert, AZ (16 miles from Apache Junction, AZ)
  • 11 hours ago
  • Gilbert, AZ (16 miles from Apache Junction, AZ)
  • 11 hours ago

Apply Now Why Youll Love this Behavior Technician (BT) Job! Bring your energy, compassion, and enthusiasm for working with kids as a Behavior Technician (BT) / Registered Behavior Technician (RBT)...

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Registered Behavior Technician - Mesa, AZ

  • CSD Autism Services
  • Mesa, AZ (17 miles from Apache Junction, AZ)
  • 21 hours ago
  • Mesa, AZ (17 miles from Apache Junction, AZ)
  • 21 hours ago

We meet kids where they are - at home, in schools, in the community - and help them grow through Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA)....

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Mental Health Technician - Night Shift

  • Universal Health Services
  • Scottsdale, AZ (21 miles from Apache Junction, AZ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Scottsdale, AZ (21 miles from Apache Junction, AZ)
  • 1 day ago

Responsibilities MHT Full-Time Day Shift and Night Shift available If interested in working on our specialized Military Unit or Women's Unit please let your interviewer know. Via Linda Behavioral...

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Behavioral Health Technician

  • Valleywise Health System
  • Mesa, AZ (17 miles from Apache Junction, AZ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Mesa, AZ (17 miles from Apache Junction, AZ)
  • 2 days ago

Behavioral Health Technician (BHT) Academy Program Valleywise Health Begin Your Career in Behavioral Health! No experience? No problem, start your journey in Behavioral Health with paid training...

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Registered Behavior Technician (RBT)

  • Centria Autism
  • San Tan Valley, AZ (12 miles from Apache Junction, AZ)
  • 2 days ago
  • San Tan Valley, AZ (12 miles from Apache Junction, AZ)
  • 2 days ago

Analysis Discounts to hundreds of retail partners via our Benefit Hub Access to Centrias Employee Assistance Plan with benefits around mental health and counseling Early wage access to employees through...

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Behavioral Health Technician (BHT) Scottsdale Facility

  • AtWork
  • Scottsdale, AZ (21 miles from Apache Junction, AZ)
  • 3 days ago
  • Scottsdale, AZ (21 miles from Apache Junction, AZ)
  • 3 days ago

Behavioral Health Technician (BHT) - Urgently Hiring - Scottsdale Facility We are currently seeking compassionate and dependable Behavioral Health Technicians (BHTs) to join our team at our...

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Behavior Technician (BT) / Registered Behavior Technician (RBT)

  • BlueSprig
  • Chandler, AZ (20 miles from Apache Junction, AZ)
  • 4 days ago
  • Chandler, AZ (20 miles from Apache Junction, AZ)
  • 4 days ago

In this role you will: Provide Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy to clients in a center-based or home-based setting (paid training provided) Teach clients with autism communication, social, and...

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Advanced Behavior Technician

  • LEARN Behavioral
  • Chandler, AZ (20 miles from Apache Junction, AZ)
  • 4 days ago
  • Chandler, AZ (20 miles from Apache Junction, AZ)
  • 4 days ago

Overview Autism Spectrum Therapies ("AST"), one of the largest and most respected autism services organizations in the county, is currently seeking an Advanced Behavior Technician, to join our...

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Registered Behavior Technician (RBT)

  • Action Behavior Centers
  • Apache Junction, AZ
  • 5 days ago
  • Apache Junction, AZ
  • 5 days ago

CERTIFICATION REQUIRED: Active Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) Certification Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm (predictable daytime hours - no nights). Optional Saturdays available based on...

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Center - Based Behavior Technician - Part Time

  • Centria Autism
  • Tempe, AZ (20 miles from Apache Junction, AZ)
  • 5 days ago
  • Tempe, AZ (20 miles from Apache Junction, AZ)
  • 5 days ago

Registered Behavior Technicians help the development of children who are on the Autism Spectrum by providing ABA (Applied Behavior Analysis) Therapy in a 1:1 setting under the direction & supervision...

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Registered Behavior Technician

  • All About ABA
  • Fountain Hills, AZ (16 miles from Apache Junction, AZ)
  • 5 days ago
  • Fountain Hills, AZ (16 miles from Apache Junction, AZ)
  • 5 days ago

All About ABA, LLC is a leading provider of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) services for individuals and families in need....

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Behavior Technician (BT) / Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) Job

  • Hopebridge, LLC
  • Gilbert, AZ (16 miles from Apache Junction, AZ)
  • 5 days ago
  • Gilbert, AZ (16 miles from Apache Junction, AZ)
  • 5 days ago

Apply Now Why You'll Love this Behavior Technician / Registered Behavior Technician Job! Are you driven by a passion to create a meaningful impact on a child's life, with far-reaching effects that...

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Spanish Speaking Behavior Technician - Entry Level

  • Centria Autism
  • Scottsdale, AZ (21 miles from Apache Junction, AZ)
  • 6 days ago
  • Scottsdale, AZ (21 miles from Apache Junction, AZ)
  • 6 days ago

Analysis Discounts to hundreds of retail partners via our Benefit Hub Access to Centrias Employee Assistance Plan with benefits around mental health and counseling Early wage access to employees through...

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Behavior Technician - Entry Level

  • Centria Autism
  • Queen Creek, AZ (12 miles from Apache Junction, AZ)
  • 6 days ago
  • Queen Creek, AZ (12 miles from Apache Junction, AZ)
  • 6 days ago

Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds Perks of Working at Centria: Structured career path in the field of Behavioral Analysis Discounts to hundreds of retail partners via our Benefit Hub Access...

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Demographic Data for Apache Junction, AZ

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Salary for Mental Health Technician Jobs in Apache Junction, AZ

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireMentalHealth research efforts.


Highest Education Level

Mental Health Technicians in Apache Junction, AZ offer the following education background
Master's Degree
38.8%
Bachelor's Degree
33.6%
Associate's Degree
7.3%
Doctorate Degree
7.0%
High School or GED
6.9%
Vocational Degree or Certification
5.3%
Some College
0.8%
Some High School
0.2%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Mental Health Technicians in Apache Junction, AZ
None
55.6%
1-2 years
28.0%
Less than 1 year
12.6%
4-6 years
2.8%
2-4 years
1.1%



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