Mental Health Technician Jobs in New Castle, DE

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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Mental Health Professional - FT or FFS ( Children's Outpatient )

A.) in Mental Health field; and two to five years related experience working with children/adults within a therapeutic setting and experience in biopsychosocial assessments and intake....

Substance Use Counselor - CADC

  • Claymont, DE (13 miles from New Castle, DE)
  • 4 days ago
  • Claymont, DE (13 miles from New Castle, DE)
  • 4 days ago

Previous experience in addiction recovery or behavioral health settings, such as outpatient, residential, or correctional facilities....

Registered Behavior Technician - Hockessin, DE

  • Hockessin, DE (11 miles from New Castle, DE)
  • 6 days ago
  • Hockessin, DE (11 miles from New Castle, DE)
  • 6 days ago

Category Schools - Behavior Specialist Job Type Contract Soliant Education is searching for a Registered Behavior Technician for a school in the Hockessin, Delaware area! This is a full-time,...

Registered Behavior Technician

  • Glassboro, NJ (24 miles from New Castle, DE)
  • 8 days ago
  • Glassboro, NJ (24 miles from New Castle, DE)
  • 8 days ago

Are you interested in helping children with Autism to reach their fullest potential? Then this is the position for you! At BAYADA Home Health Care, our clients come first and our employees are our...

Full Time Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) Position

  • Wilmington, DE (6 miles from New Castle, DE)
  • 8 days ago
  • Wilmington, DE (6 miles from New Castle, DE)
  • 8 days ago

Category Schools - RBT - Registered Behavior Technician Job Type Contract Position: Full Time Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) Position Location: Wilmington, DE Position Type: 35 hr/week Pay...

Care Coordinator Social Worker (MSW)

  • Media, PA (21 miles from New Castle, DE)
  • 10 days ago
  • Media, PA (21 miles from New Castle, DE)
  • 10 days ago

Could you be our next Care Coordinator MSW at Riddle Hospital? Why work as a Care Coordinator MSW with Main Line Health? Make an Impact! Be the voice and guide to your patients! As the Care...

Admissions Counselor (MA/Msw) - Full Time

  • Newark, DE (6 miles from New Castle, DE)
  • 10 days ago
  • Newark, DE (6 miles from New Castle, DE)
  • 10 days ago

Rockford Center is a 138-bed mental health facility located in Newark, DE, providing easy access to a full complement of inpatient and partial behavioral health programs for children and adolescents...

Stcf & Clinical Care Coordinator - Mental Health - Bridgeton

  • Bridgeton, NJ (22 miles from New Castle, DE)
  • 14 days ago
  • Bridgeton, NJ (22 miles from New Castle, DE)
  • 14 days ago

Assists with oversight of the clinical operations of the behavioral health units in conjunction with the nurse managers. Supervises departmental clinical staff....

Registered Behavior Technician - Part Time

  • North East, MD (19 miles from New Castle, DE)
  • 15 days ago
  • North East, MD (19 miles from New Castle, DE)
  • 15 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...

Registered Behavior Technician (RBT)

  • Uppr Chichstr, PA (17 miles from New Castle, DE)
  • 15 days ago
  • Uppr Chichstr, PA (17 miles from New Castle, DE)
  • 15 days ago

Registered Behavior Technicians are responsible for implementing Applied Behavioral Analysis (ABA) based programs as directed by the Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA)....

Registered Behavior Technician (RBT)

  • Chester, PA (17 miles from New Castle, DE)
  • 15 days ago
  • Chester, PA (17 miles from New Castle, DE)
  • 15 days ago

Registered Behavior Technicians are responsible for implementing Applied Behavioral Analysis (ABA) based programs as directed by the Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA)....

Behavior Health Technician (BHT)

  • Chester, PA (17 miles from New Castle, DE)
  • 15 days ago
  • Chester, PA (17 miles from New Castle, DE)
  • 15 days ago

As a Per Diem Behavioral Health Technician (BHT), you will: Work one-to-one with clients in clinic, home, and/or school setting, implementing Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) under the supervision of...

Registered Behavior Technician Needed Near Media, PA

  • Media, PA (21 miles from New Castle, DE)
  • 16 days ago
  • Media, PA (21 miles from New Castle, DE)
  • 16 days ago

Category Schools - Behavior Specialist Job Type Contract RBT Opening Near Media, PA 35 hours per week Monday-Friday Caseload details disclosed on interview Equal Opportunity Employer...

Mental Health Professional (2nd & 3rd Shift) Media (RF: 2988)

  • Media, PA (21 miles from New Castle, DE)
  • 18 days ago
  • Media, PA (21 miles from New Castle, DE)
  • 18 days ago

Were currently seeking Mental Health Professionals for full-time positions working with adults with IDDs in the Media, PA area. Both 2nd and 3rd shift are available....

Group Home Behavior Technician

  • Pilesgrove, NJ (13 miles from New Castle, DE)
  • 20 days ago
  • Pilesgrove, NJ (13 miles from New Castle, DE)
  • 20 days ago

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Demographic Data for New Castle, DE

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Mental Health Technician Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Mental Health in Social Work
Deepen your understanding of mental health in social work through a focus on history and treatment, within a culturally-grounded and trauma-informed approach to mental health and client recovery....
Mental Health Theory and Practice
This course prepares learners to utilize a person-centered approach to mental health assessment and case management. Learners will also be introduced to community-based models of care and working...
Mental Health History and Treatment
This course will explore the history and treatment of individuals with mental health disorders in the United States. Learners will be introduced to diagnoses, current treatment, and social impacts...

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Salary for Mental Health Technician Jobs in New Castle, DE

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Highest Education Level

Mental Health Technicians in New Castle, DE 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 New Castle, DE
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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