Mental Health Technician Jobs in Bethlehem, CT

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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Psychiatric Tech - Per Diem

  • Torrington, CT (14 miles from Bethlehem, CT)
  • 10 days ago
  • Torrington, CT (14 miles from Bethlehem, CT)
  • 10 days ago

Work where every moment matters. Every day, more than 40,000 Hartford HealthCare colleagues come to work with one thing in common: Pride in what we do, knowing every moment matters here. We invite...

Administrative Behavior Technician

  • Hamden, CT (23 miles from Bethlehem, CT)
  • 12 days ago
  • Hamden, CT (23 miles from Bethlehem, CT)
  • 12 days ago

Work closely with CM to coordinate scheduling needs. Open/close the location based on business needs and hours of operation. Monitor cancellations and ensure adherence with all cancellation...

Registered Behavior Technician (RBT)- Monroe, CT - School

  • Monroe, CT (20 miles from Bethlehem, CT)
  • 14 days ago
  • Monroe, CT (20 miles from Bethlehem, CT)
  • 14 days ago

The RBT will provide 1:1 and / or small-group Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) services to children with autism and other developmental disabilities under the supervision of a Board Certified Behavior...

Registered Behavior Technician (RBT)- Shelton, CT - School

  • Shelton, CT (22 miles from Bethlehem, CT)
  • 14 days ago
  • Shelton, CT (22 miles from Bethlehem, CT)
  • 14 days ago

The RBT will provide 1:1 and / or small-group Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) services to children with autism and other developmental disabilities under the supervision of a Board Certified Behavior...

Clinical Care Coordinator-BH LCSW NE

  • Danbury, CT (22 miles from Bethlehem, CT)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Danbury, CT (22 miles from Bethlehem, CT)
  • 30+ days ago

Facilitates the Behavioral Health integration in primary care as the onsite Behavioral Health LCSW, five hours per week at each location, performing behavioral health assessments, referrals and recommendations...

Clinical Care Coordinator-BH LCSW in NY & CT

  • Sharon, CT (19 miles from Bethlehem, CT)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Sharon, CT (19 miles from Bethlehem, CT)
  • 30+ days ago

Exciting Opportunity for a Full-time LCSW in Kingston, NY and Woodstock, NY -$5,000 SIGN ON BONUS for LCSW Nuvance Health has multiple exciting opportunity for an experienced LCSW in Kingston and...

Mental Health Worker - $9,000 sign on bonus

  • Sharon, CT (19 miles from Bethlehem, CT)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Sharon, CT (19 miles from Bethlehem, CT)
  • 30+ days ago

. $9,000 SIGN ON BONUS The Mental Health Worker (MHW) provides direct and indirect patient care under the direction of an RN or physician....

Clinical Care Coordinator-BH LIP

  • Danbury, CT (22 miles from Bethlehem, CT)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Danbury, CT (22 miles from Bethlehem, CT)
  • 30+ days ago

LMSW/LCSW- Crisis Intervention Inpatient- Danbury, CT Nuvance Health is seeking multiple per diem, part time, and full time LMSW/LCSW for the department of Crisis Intervention at Danbury Hospital....

Psychiatric Tech

  • Torrington, CT (14 miles from Bethlehem, CT)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Torrington, CT (14 miles from Bethlehem, CT)
  • 30+ days ago

**Job:** **Behavioral Health* **Organization:** **Charlotte Hungerford Hospital* **Title:** *Psychiatric Tech* **Location:** *Connecticut-Torrington-Charlotte Hungerford Hospital (10115)* **Requisition...

Mental Health Worker, Full-Time EmPATH Unit

  • Derby, CT (22 miles from Bethlehem, CT)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Derby, CT (22 miles from Bethlehem, CT)
  • 30+ days ago

MAIN FUNCTION: Provide a variety of direct services to patients, Emergency Psychiatric Assessment, Treatment and healing (EmPATH) Unit. Provides direct patient care, assisting in the patient...

Now Hiring: Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) West Hartford Public Schools West Hartford, CT

  • West Hartford, CT (24 miles from Bethlehem, CT)
  • 30+ days ago
  • West Hartford, CT (24 miles from Bethlehem, CT)
  • 30+ days ago

Now Hiring: Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) | West Hartford Public Schools West Hartford, CT Sunbelt Staffing is seeking a full-time Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) to support students...

Psychiatric Tech - Acute ED

  • Torrington, CT (14 miles from Bethlehem, CT)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Torrington, CT (14 miles from Bethlehem, CT)
  • 30+ days ago

Work where every moment matters. Every day, more than 40,000 Hartford HealthCare colleagues come to work with one thing in common: Pride in what we do, knowing every moment matters here. We invite...

Mental Health Worker - FT - 36hr - Eve/Night 12

  • Sharon, CT (19 miles from Bethlehem, CT)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Sharon, CT (19 miles from Bethlehem, CT)
  • 30+ days ago

Attach Job DescriptionCompany: Sharon Hospital Org Unit: 938 Department: Psych Unit Exempt: No Salary Range: $17.60 - $33.48 Hourly We are an equal opportunity employer Qualified applicants are...

Mental Health Worker - FT - 36hr - Day/Eve

  • Sharon, CT (19 miles from Bethlehem, CT)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Sharon, CT (19 miles from Bethlehem, CT)
  • 45+ days ago

Mental Health Worker - FT - 36hr - Day/Eve 3.3 3.3 out of 5 stars Sharon, CT 06069 Description Attach Job Description Company: Sharon Hospital Org Unit: 938 Department: Psych Unit Exempt: No Salary...

Anticipated Registered Behavior Technician/ Instructional Assistant

  • Bethlehem, CT
  • 45+ days ago
  • Bethlehem, CT
  • 45+ days ago

Understanding of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA)....

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Salary for Mental Health Technician Jobs in Bethlehem, CT

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Highest Education Level

Mental Health Technicians in Bethlehem, CT offer the following education background
Master's Degree
38.9%
Bachelor's Degree
33.2%
Associate's Degree
7.2%
High School or GED
7.1%
Doctorate Degree
7.1%
Vocational Degree or Certification
5.4%
Some College
0.9%
Some High School
0.2%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Mental Health Technicians in Bethlehem, CT
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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