Mental Health Technician Jobs in Lawrenceburg, IN

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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Licensed Mental Health Professional (LISW, LPCC)

  • Cincinnati, OH (23 miles from Lawrenceburg, IN)
  • 2 days ago
  • Cincinnati, OH (23 miles from Lawrenceburg, IN)
  • 2 days ago

Coordinate with healthcare and security staff regarding patients' mental health care and release dates Participate in educational and training activities related to mental health care for patients,...

Behavior Technician - ST

  • Cincinnati, OH (23 miles from Lawrenceburg, IN)
  • 2 days ago
  • Cincinnati, OH (23 miles from Lawrenceburg, IN)
  • 2 days ago

Salary: $735 / Week The Behavior Technician works to facilitate educational andbehavioral services with children and adults with special needs andcollaborates with school professionals and other...

Psychiatric Technician, 5 Ridgeway, PRN, Varies AFSCME

  • Cincinnati, OH (23 miles from Lawrenceburg, IN)
  • 3 days ago
  • Cincinnati, OH (23 miles from Lawrenceburg, IN)
  • 3 days ago

Become part of the only Psychiatric Unit in Southwest Ohio where you can gain exposure to a variety of diagnosis in behavioral health....

Psychiatric Technician, 6 Ridgeway, Part Time, 12 Hour AM-AFSCME

  • Cincinnati, OH (23 miles from Lawrenceburg, IN)
  • 3 days ago
  • Cincinnati, OH (23 miles from Lawrenceburg, IN)
  • 3 days ago

Recognizes and responds appropriately to patients/families with behavioral health problems. Interprets population related data and plans care appropriately....

Psychiatric Technician, 6 Ridgeway, PRN, Varies-AFSCME

  • Cincinnati, OH (23 miles from Lawrenceburg, IN)
  • 3 days ago
  • Cincinnati, OH (23 miles from Lawrenceburg, IN)
  • 3 days ago

Recognizes and responds appropriately to patients/families with behavioral health problems. Interprets population related data and plans care appropriately....

Psychiatric Technician, Emergency Services, Part Time, Varies D/E, AFSCME

  • Cincinnati, OH (23 miles from Lawrenceburg, IN)
  • 17 days ago
  • Cincinnati, OH (23 miles from Lawrenceburg, IN)
  • 17 days ago

Recognizes and responds appropriately to patients/families with behavioral health problems. Interprets population related data and plans care appropriately....

Mental Health Technician

  • Lawrenceburg, IN
  • 17 days ago
  • Lawrenceburg, IN
  • 17 days ago

Minimum Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities) High School Equivalency; experience with mental health preferred....

Mental Health Technician- PRN

  • Lawrenceburg, IN
  • 17 days ago
  • Lawrenceburg, IN
  • 17 days ago

Minimum Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities) High School Equivalency; experience with mental health preferred....

Psychiatric Technician, Emergency Services, Full Time, 8 hr Day/Evening-AFSCME

  • Cincinnati, OH (23 miles from Lawrenceburg, IN)
  • 21 days ago
  • Cincinnati, OH (23 miles from Lawrenceburg, IN)
  • 21 days ago

Recognizes and responds appropriately to patients/families with behavioral health problems. Interprets population related data and plans care appropriately....

Substance Use Therapist - LCSW, LPCC

  • Crestview Hills, KY (20 miles from Lawrenceburg, IN)
  • 22 days ago
  • Crestview Hills, KY (20 miles from Lawrenceburg, IN)
  • 22 days ago

Job Type: Regular Scheduled Hours: 40 Job Description: About St. Elizabeth: St. Elizabeth Physicians is a physician led multi-specialty physician group organization consisting of 517 physicians,...

School Based Facilitator

  • Brookville, IN (15 miles from Lawrenceburg, IN)
  • 25 days ago
  • Brookville, IN (15 miles from Lawrenceburg, IN)
  • 25 days ago

The School Based Facilitator provides skills training and case management services to the identified client. They provide therapeutic services identified in the service plan by the client and...

Care Coordinator/Case Manager (Hamilton County)

  • Cincinnati, OH (23 miles from Lawrenceburg, IN)
  • 26 days ago
  • Cincinnati, OH (23 miles from Lawrenceburg, IN)
  • 26 days ago

Preferred + 3 years: Experience working with children's mental health, child welfare, developmental disabilities, juvenile justice or a related behavioral health care field, providing community-based...

Psychiatric Technician, 5 Ridgeway, Part Time, 12 Hour AM-AFSCME

  • Cincinnati, OH (23 miles from Lawrenceburg, IN)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Cincinnati, OH (23 miles from Lawrenceburg, IN)
  • 30+ days ago

Unit Details: Variety of diagnoses in behavioral health-able to gain exp. Opportunity to gain with psych emergency service....

Psychiatric Technician, 5 Ridgeway, Part Time, 12 Hour PM-AFSCME

  • Cincinnati, OH (23 miles from Lawrenceburg, IN)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Cincinnati, OH (23 miles from Lawrenceburg, IN)
  • 30+ days ago

Become part of the only Psychiatric Unit in Southwest Ohio where you can gain exposure to a variety of diagnosis in behavioral health....

Behavioral Health Consultant- Health First Loveland and Montgomery Family Practice

  • Cincinnati, OH (23 miles from Lawrenceburg, IN)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Cincinnati, OH (23 miles from Lawrenceburg, IN)
  • 30+ days ago

Employee will work collaboratively with community mental health providers and community support services to develop, provide and support a continuum of care for patients....

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Salary for Mental Health Technician Jobs in Lawrenceburg, IN

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Highest Education Level

Mental Health Technicians in Lawrenceburg, IN offer the following education background
Master's Degree
38.9%
Bachelor's Degree
33.1%
Associate's Degree
7.2%
High School or GED
7.2%
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 Lawrenceburg, IN
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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