Mental Health Technician Jobs in Marlborough, MA

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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FamilyAid

Direct Care staff

  • FamilyAid
  • Newton, MA (16 miles from Marlborough, MA)
  • 11 hours ago
  • FamilyAid
  • Newton, MA (16 miles from Marlborough, MA)
  • 11 hours ago

FamilyAid is one of America's leading providers of solutions to family homelessness. Our mission is to empower parents and caregivers facing homelessness to secure and sustain housing and build...

Residential Counselor, Full Time- 32 Hours, Beryl's House, Night Shift

  • Worcester, MA (14 miles from Marlborough, MA)
  • 3 hours ago
  • Worcester, MA (14 miles from Marlborough, MA)
  • 3 hours ago

Are you an internal caregiver, student, or contingent worker/agency worker at UMass Memorial Health? CLICK HERE to apply through your Workday account. Exemption Status: Non-Exempt Schedule...

Residential Counselor - Relief

  • Norwood, MA (21 miles from Marlborough, MA)
  • 7 hours ago
  • Norwood, MA (21 miles from Marlborough, MA)
  • 7 hours ago

This is a great environment to gain hands-on skills in a fast growing and specialized sector of the mental health and human service field....

Per Diem Congregate Residential Counselor

  • Walpole, MA (20 miles from Marlborough, MA)
  • 10 hours ago
  • Walpole, MA (20 miles from Marlborough, MA)
  • 10 hours ago

The Home in Walpole is a residential treatment placement for adolescent youth who need specialized treatment as they heal from the traumatic events that have shaped their young lives. Our...

Congregate Residential Counselor - Per Diem

  • Waltham, MA (15 miles from Marlborough, MA)
  • 10 hours ago
  • Waltham, MA (15 miles from Marlborough, MA)
  • 10 hours ago

When you join The Home for Little Wanderers, you join a team of professionals dedicated to creating better, brighter futures for kids. For over 200 years, The Home for Little Wanderers has helped...

ACCS Residential Counselor - School Street

  • Fitchburg, MA (20 miles from Marlborough, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Fitchburg, MA (20 miles from Marlborough, MA)
  • 1 day ago

Description and Responsibilities Adult Community Clinical Services is a Department of Mental Health funded service that is designed to deliver evidence-based interventions within a clinically focused...

Mental Health Tech/CNA 24 D/E Older Adult

  • Belmont, MA (19 miles from Marlborough, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Belmont, MA (19 miles from Marlborough, MA)
  • 1 day ago

Job Summary McLean Hospital is a comprehensive psychiatric hospital committed to providing easy access to superior quality, cost-effective mental health services in the Boston area, Massachusetts and...

Mental Health Tech Per Diem NIGHTS Adult Inpatient

  • Belmont, MA (19 miles from Marlborough, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Belmont, MA (19 miles from Marlborough, MA)
  • 1 day ago

Site: The McLean Hospital Corporation At Mass General Brigham, we know it takes a surprising range of talented professionals to advance our missionfrom doctors, nurses, business people and tech...

Community Residence Counselor - Per Diem - Lincoln.

  • Lincoln, MA (13 miles from Marlborough, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Lincoln, MA (13 miles from Marlborough, MA)
  • 1 day ago

Job Summary McLean Hospital is a comprehensive psychiatric hospital committed to providing easy access to superior quality, cost-effective mental health services in the Boston area, Massachusetts and...

Mental Health Worker I

  • Boston, MA (24 miles from Marlborough, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Boston, MA (24 miles from Marlborough, MA)
  • 1 day ago

Solomon Carter Fuller Mental Health Center operated by the Department of Mental Health (DMH) is seeking a compassionate, talented Mental Health Worker to become a part of a dynamic team....

Mental Health Worker II- Adult Services

  • Worcester, MA (14 miles from Marlborough, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Worcester, MA (14 miles from Marlborough, MA)
  • 1 day ago

DMH Mission Statement\: The Department of Mental Health assures and provides access to services and support to meet the mental health needs of individuals of all ages, enabling them to live, work and...

Mental Health Associate, PTRC, 40 Hours, Nights

  • Worcester, MA (14 miles from Marlborough, MA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Worcester, MA (14 miles from Marlborough, MA)
  • 2 days ago

Participates as a member of the mental health team on an inpatient and/or outpatient mental health unit....

Mental Health Associate, PTRC, 24 Hours, Days

  • Worcester, MA (14 miles from Marlborough, MA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Worcester, MA (14 miles from Marlborough, MA)
  • 2 days ago

Participates as a member of the mental health team on an inpatient and/or outpatient mental health unit....

Behavior Technician

  • Boston, MA (24 miles from Marlborough, MA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Boston, MA (24 miles from Marlborough, MA)
  • 2 days ago

Mental Health Support: Free access to a mental health counselor with no limits or co-pays. 401K Plan: Company match after six months of employment....

25-26 Newcomer School Adjustment Counselor - Bilingual

  • Somerville, MA (23 miles from Marlborough, MA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Somerville, MA (23 miles from Marlborough, MA)
  • 2 days ago

Job Goal: To provide mental health services, adjustment support, and coordination of services for Newcomers in the Multilingual Learner Education program at Somerville High School....

Demographic Data for Marlborough, MA

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Mental Health Technician Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Mental Health in Construction
Construction has one of the worst rates of mental health issues of any industry. For example, in the UK low-skilled male manual workers are 3.7 times more likely to commit suicide than the...
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 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 Marlborough, MA

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Highest Education Level

Mental Health Technicians in Marlborough, MA 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 Marlborough, MA
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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