Mental Health Technician Jobs in Kailua, HI

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 (RBT)

  • The Stepping Stones Group
  • Aiea, HI (9 miles from Kailua, HI)
  • 7 hours ago
  • Aiea, HI (9 miles from Kailua, HI)
  • 7 hours ago

Registered Behavior Technician (RBT), School-Based Invo Healthcare, now in partnership with The Stepping Stones Group, is seeking a talented, full-time Registered Behavior Technician to join our...

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Registered Behavior Technician (RBT)

  • bis invo hawaii
  • Honolulu, HI (9 miles from Kailua, HI)
  • 7 hours ago
  • Honolulu, HI (9 miles from Kailua, HI)
  • 7 hours ago

Registered Behavior Technician (RBT), School-Based Invo Healthcare, now in partnership with The Stepping Stones Group, is seeking a talented, full-time Registered Behavior Technician to join our...

In Person

Behavioral Technician (RBT) Academy, (Oahu), Behavioral Health

  • BAYADA Home Health Care
  • Honolulu, HI (9 miles from Kailua, HI)
  • 1 day ago
  • Honolulu, HI (9 miles from Kailua, HI)
  • 1 day ago

Analysis (ABA)....

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Behavioral Technician Academy, (Oahu), Behavioral Health

  • BAYADA Home Health Care
  • Waipahu, HI (18 miles from Kailua, HI)
  • 1 day ago
  • Waipahu, HI (18 miles from Kailua, HI)
  • 1 day ago

Analysis (ABA)....

In Person

Registered Behavioral Technician Academy, (Oahu), Behavioral Health

  • BAYADA Home Health Care
  • Wahiawa, HI (19 miles from Kailua, HI)
  • 1 day ago
  • Wahiawa, HI (19 miles from Kailua, HI)
  • 1 day ago

Analysis (ABA)....

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Mental Health Technician, Part-Time, Variable Shift

  • Adventist Health
  • Kailua, HI
  • 6 days ago
  • Kailua, HI
  • 6 days ago

Located in Kailua, Adventist Health Castle has been one of the area's leading healthcare providers since 1963. We are comprised of a 160-bed hospital, eight medical offices, home care services,...

In Person Part Time

Clinical Psychologist (Behavioral Health Consultant)

  • Military Treatment Facilities under DHA
  • Pearl Harbor, HI (13 miles from Kailua, HI)
  • 16 days ago
  • Pearl Harbor, HI (13 miles from Kailua, HI)
  • 16 days ago

About the Position: This position is within the Behavioral Health (Mental Health) directorate at Naval Health Clinic Hawaii located in Pearl Harbor, Hawaii. This is a Direct Hire Solicitation. Who...

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Mental Health Technician, Per Diem, Night Shift

  • Castle Medical Center
  • Kailua, HI
  • 23 days ago
  • Kailua, HI
  • 23 days ago

Located in Kailua, Adventist Health Castle has been one of the area's leading healthcare providers since 1963. We are comprised of a 160-bed hospital, eight medical offices, home care services,...

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Mental Health Assistant

  • Institute for Human Services
  • Honolulu, HI (9 miles from Kailua, HI)
  • 29 days ago
  • Honolulu, HI (9 miles from Kailua, HI)
  • 29 days ago

The Institute for Human Services (IHS) is Hawaii's most comprehensive human services agency dedicated to ending and preventing homelessness. For over 45 years, we've been at the forefront of...

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Entry Level Behavior Technician

  • ACES
  • Aiea, HI (9 miles from Kailua, HI)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Aiea, HI (9 miles from Kailua, HI)
  • 45+ days ago

Entry Level Behavior Technician Aiea, HI 96701 Apply Overview Salary Range $23.00 - $30.00 Hourly Apply Description Join ACES as a Behavior Technician! At ACES, we're passionate about helping...

In Person Part Time

Psych Tech

  • Loyal Source
  • Honolulu, HI (9 miles from Kailua, HI)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Honolulu, HI (9 miles from Kailua, HI)
  • 45+ days ago

Qualifications Associate degree or commensurate level of training (e.g., military mental health technician) for a psychiatric technician or mental health program assistant....

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Psychological/Mental Health Technician

  • Loyal Source
  • Honolulu, HI (9 miles from Kailua, HI)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Honolulu, HI (9 miles from Kailua, HI)
  • 45+ days ago

Qualifications Associate degree or commensurate level of training (e.g., military mental health technician) for a psychiatric technician or mental health program assistant....

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Behavior Technician (RBT)

  • Catalight
  • Honolulu, HI (9 miles from Kailua, HI)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Honolulu, HI (9 miles from Kailua, HI)
  • 60+ days ago

RBT Certification preferred Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: Knowledge of evidence-based methodologies found to benefit children with ASD preferred, including Applied Behavioral Analysis (ABA), Early...

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Full-Time Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) Hybrid

  • CSD Autism Services
  • Honolulu, HI (9 miles from Kailua, HI)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Honolulu, HI (9 miles from Kailua, HI)
  • 60+ days ago

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

Hybrid Full Time

Registered Behavior Technician (RBT)

  • CSD Autism Services
  • Honolulu, HI (9 miles from Kailua, HI)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Honolulu, HI (9 miles from Kailua, HI)
  • 60+ days ago

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

In Person

Demographic Data for Kailua, HI

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Salary for Mental Health Technician Jobs in Kailua, HI

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Highest Education Level

Mental Health Technicians in Kailua, HI 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 Kailua, HI
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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