Mental Health Technician Jobs in Montana

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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Care Coordinator

  • Kalispell, MT
  • 9 hours ago
  • Kalispell, MT
  • 9 hours ago

Flathead County is an equal opportunity employer. Flathead County shall, upon request, provide reasonable accommodations to otherwise qualified individuals with disabilities.This job description...

Mental Health Worker-Group Home Relief - Helena

  • Helena, MT
  • 9 hours ago
  • Helena, MT
  • 9 hours ago

Range $17.12 - $18.63 Mental Health Worker - Group Home Position Summary: Mental Health Workers work directly with youth in the program....

Mental Health Worker - Relief

  • Billings, MT
  • 9 hours ago
  • Billings, MT
  • 9 hours ago

A Relief Mental Health Worker is required to work a minimum of 8 hours per month....

Mental Health Worker-Group Home Relief - Boulder

  • Boulder, MT
  • 9 hours ago
  • Boulder, MT
  • 9 hours ago

Hiring Range $17.12 - $18.63 Position Summary: Mental Health Workers work directly with youth in the program....

Care Coordinator

  • Missoula, MT
  • 1 day ago
  • Missoula, MT
  • 1 day ago

Key Responsibilities Collaborate closely with the patient's treatment team to coordinate mental health care....

Mental Health Technician Behavioral Health PRN status

  • Kalispell, MT
  • 2 days ago
  • Kalispell, MT
  • 2 days ago

Logan Health Behavioral Health is seeking a PRN Mental Health Technician to help support our team by covering vacations, leaves, sick calls, and scheduling gaps....

Residential Counselor - $3,000 sign on bonus!

  • Seeley Lake, MT
  • 7 days ago
  • Seeley Lake, MT
  • 7 days ago

About Greater Lakes Mental Health Greater Lakes Mental Health is a key component of MultiCare's Behavioral Health Network, providing mental health and substance use disorder treatment for over 10,000...

Rehabilitation Technician

  • Missoula, MT
  • 7 days ago
  • Missoula, MT
  • 7 days ago

To be considered for this position you must complete the state application and attach all required documents through the Montana State Careers site at www.statecareers.mt.gov. The Montana...

Case Manager / Peer Support Specialist

  • Butte, MT
  • 10 days ago
  • Butte, MT
  • 10 days ago

Identifies needed recovery resources for housing, education, vocational development, mental health, community support groups and medical care; provides assistance to patients in accessing those resources...

LCPC/LCSW - Integrated Behavioral Health Consultant

  • Great Falls, MT
  • 12 days ago
  • Great Falls, MT
  • 12 days ago

Benefis is one of Montana's largest and premier health systems, and we are committed to providing excellent care for all, healing body, mind, and spirit. At Benefis, we work hard to support our...

Registered Behavior Technician - ABA (Helena, MT)

  • Helena, MT
  • 16 days ago
  • Helena, MT
  • 16 days ago

Analysis (ABA) services to individuals in their home, school, and community....

Mental Health Technician - Per Required Need

  • Kalispell, MT
  • 18 days ago
  • Kalispell, MT
  • 18 days ago

The Mental Health Technician is an active member of the inpatient team who provides direct supervision and interactions with adults who are experiencing serious and/or chronic mental health disorders...

Crisis Assessment Counselor II

  • Billings, MT
  • 30+ days ago
  • Billings, MT
  • 30+ days ago

Coordinates referrals to community and mental health services as needed. May need to transfer clients to a higher level of care for mental health emergencies or for medical needs....

Mental Health Worker (.01) - Community Crisis Center

  • Billings, MT
  • 30+ days ago
  • Billings, MT
  • 30+ days ago

: 0.01 = per diem (as needed) (Non-Exempt) Starting Wage DOE: 17.00 - 21.25 The Mental Health Worker is responsible for following established policies and procedures, performs a variety of therapeutic...

Registered Behavior Technician - ABA (Anaconda/Butte, MT)

  • Butte, MT
  • 30+ days ago
  • Butte, MT
  • 30+ days ago

If you are passionate about providing high-quality care to individuals in your community, we invite you to join our team at AWARE. AWARE is looking for the right person to join the team as a...

Demographic Data for Montana

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Salary for Mental Health Technician Jobs in Montana

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireMentalHealth research efforts.


Highest Education Level

Mental Health Technicians in Montana 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 Montana
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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