Mental Health Technician Jobs in Eagan, MN

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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Direct Care Staff

  • Richfield, MN (6 miles from Eagan, MN)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Richfield, MN (6 miles from Eagan, MN)
  • 90+ days ago

REM Community Services, a part of the Sevita family, provides community-based services for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Here we believe every person has the right...

Coordinated Responder - Crisis Mental Health Professional

  • Shakopee, MN (19 miles from Eagan, MN)
  • 12 hours ago
  • Shakopee, MN (19 miles from Eagan, MN)
  • 12 hours ago

Demonstrates working knowledge of Federal and State laws and regulations, as well as professional standards of practice, related to mental health case management, community support programming, and...

Care Coordinator University of Minnesota Twin Cities

  • Minneapolis, MN (9 miles from Eagan, MN)
  • 1 day ago
  • Minneapolis, MN (9 miles from Eagan, MN)
  • 1 day ago

The successful candidate will support students through matters including but not limited to death or serious illness of a family member; medical illness/injury/hospitalization; mental health related...

Mental Health Worker-Psychiatry Inpatient

  • Minneapolis, MN (9 miles from Eagan, MN)
  • 7 days ago
  • Minneapolis, MN (9 miles from Eagan, MN)
  • 7 days ago

SUMMARY: We are currently seeking a Mental Health Worker to join our inpatient Psych Team....

Behavioral Health Technician - Weekends/AM&PM

  • Eden Prairie, MN (12 miles from Eagan, MN)
  • 7 days ago
  • Eden Prairie, MN (12 miles from Eagan, MN)
  • 7 days ago

health recovery....

Co-occurring Float Counselor (LADC or ADC-T)

  • Minneapolis, MN (9 miles from Eagan, MN)
  • 10 days ago
  • Minneapolis, MN (9 miles from Eagan, MN)
  • 10 days ago

health diagnoses, and/or emotional instability....

Qualified Supervising Mental Health Professional (QSP)

  • Minneapolis, MN (9 miles from Eagan, MN)
  • 11 days ago
  • Minneapolis, MN (9 miles from Eagan, MN)
  • 11 days ago

analysis....

Mental Health Assistant

  • Saint Louis Park, MN (10 miles from Eagan, MN)
  • 14 days ago
  • Saint Louis Park, MN (10 miles from Eagan, MN)
  • 14 days ago

The Mental Health Assistant is a vital support staff team member....

Behavior Technician BT Work With Kids

  • Woodbury, MN (10 miles from Eagan, MN)
  • 14 days ago
  • Woodbury, MN (10 miles from Eagan, MN)
  • 14 days ago

We utilize a results-oriented approach based on applied behavior analysis (ABA) to assess how clients interact with their environment and respond to social cues, and you’ll play a crucial part in helping...

Behavioral Health Technician - Overnight 11P-7:30A - 7On/7Off

  • Eden Prairie, MN (12 miles from Eagan, MN)
  • 14 days ago
  • Eden Prairie, MN (12 miles from Eagan, MN)
  • 14 days ago

health recovery....

Certified Peer Support Specialist - Irts

  • Minneapolis, MN (9 miles from Eagan, MN)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Minneapolis, MN (9 miles from Eagan, MN)
  • 30+ days ago

who are experiencing significant mental health/psychiatric symptoms, who are demonstrating significant functional impairments, and who may have co-occurring substance use disorders....

Behavior Technician

  • Eagan, MN
  • 30+ days ago
  • Eagan, MN
  • 30+ 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....

Senior Behavior Technician

  • Minneapolis, MN (9 miles from Eagan, MN)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Minneapolis, MN (9 miles from Eagan, MN)
  • 30+ 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....

Special Education Mental Health Professional

  • Rosemount, MN (10 miles from Eagan, MN)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Rosemount, MN (10 miles from Eagan, MN)
  • 30+ days ago

3/29/2025 Special Education Mental Health Professional JobID: 20958 Position Type: Other Licensed Positions/Special Education Mental Health Professional Date Posted: 3/25/2025 Location: Districtwide...

Care Coordinator UCare

  • Saint Paul, MN (6 miles from Eagan, MN)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Saint Paul, MN (6 miles from Eagan, MN)
  • 45+ days ago

Mental Health Resources, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We embrace diversity, inclusion and take a person-centered care approach to the population we serve....

Demographic Data for Eagan, MN

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Mental Health Technician Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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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
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Salary for Mental Health Technician Jobs in Eagan, MN

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Highest Education Level

Mental Health Technicians in Eagan, MN 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 Eagan, MN
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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