Mental Health Technician Jobs in Dover, NH

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 in Dover, NH

  • Dover, NH
  • 4 days ago
  • Dover, NH
  • 4 days ago

Dedicated professionals with a passion for applied behavior analysis and working with children with special needs will find this role rewarding and impactful....

Mental Health Professional II PRN

  • Portsmouth, NH (9 miles from Dover, NH)
  • 9 days ago
  • Portsmouth, NH (9 miles from Dover, NH)
  • 9 days ago

Job Summary and Qualifications The Mental Health Professional II is to deliver exceptional, patient-focused care by providing supervised mental health services to patients and their loved ones....

Mental Health Worker, Child and Adolescent Services, Beverly Hospital Amesbury, MA (PRN/On Call)

  • Amesbury, MA (23 miles from Dover, NH)
  • 16 days ago
  • Amesbury, MA (23 miles from Dover, NH)
  • 16 days ago

Backed by Sheppard Pratt - the nation's largest private, nonprofit behavioral health provider - Sheppard Pratt Solutions partners with community hospitals to expand access to high-quality mental healthcare...

Registered Behavior Technician Job - Portsmouth, NH

  • Portsmouth, NH (9 miles from Dover, NH)
  • 23 days ago
  • Portsmouth, NH (9 miles from Dover, NH)
  • 23 days ago

Job Title: RBT / ABA Paraprofessional Full Time Location: Portsmouth, NH Hours: Full-Time | 32.5 hours per week Contract Type: School-Based | Contracted through Sunbelt Staffing Job Description:...

Mental Health Technician

  • Rochester, NH (6 miles from Dover, NH)
  • 23 days ago
  • Rochester, NH (6 miles from Dover, NH)
  • 23 days ago

Jump-start your career as a(an) Mental Health Technician today with Frisbie Memorial Hospital....

RBT Registered Behavior Technician Job - Near Rye, NH

  • North Hampton, NH (14 miles from Dover, NH)
  • 25 days ago
  • North Hampton, NH (14 miles from Dover, NH)
  • 25 days ago

Full-Time RBT - School-Based | Rye, NH Contracted through Sunbelt Staffing Sunbelt Staffing is seeking a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) to join a supportive school team in Rye, NH for the...

Co-Occurring Group Facilitator - Behavioral Health

  • Sanford, ME (16 miles from Dover, NH)
  • 27 days ago
  • Sanford, ME (16 miles from Dover, NH)
  • 27 days ago

Co-Occurring Group Facilitator - Behavioral Health at MaineHealth in Sanford, Maine, United States Job Description Description Maine Medical Center Behavioral Health Req #: 38503 ~ 40 Hours/week, Full-Time...

Co-Occurring Group Facilitator - Behavioral Health Unit

  • Sanford, ME (16 miles from Dover, NH)
  • 28 days ago
  • Sanford, ME (16 miles from Dover, NH)
  • 28 days ago

Our team of mental health professionals plan and work together with the patient to provide psychiatric care, medical treatment, support, referral for follow-up care, and opportunities for learning and...

Substance Use Counselor - Kennebunk High School and Middle School of the Kennebunks

  • Kennebunk, ME (21 miles from Dover, NH)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Kennebunk, ME (21 miles from Dover, NH)
  • 45+ days ago

Knowledge of local community substance abuse and mental health resources. Work Schedule & Compensation Full-time school-year position....

Psychiatric Technician II

  • Sanford, ME (16 miles from Dover, NH)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Sanford, ME (16 miles from Dover, NH)
  • 45+ days ago

Maine Medical Center Nursing/Clinical Support Req #: 35291 Summary: The Psychiatric Technician II - MMC BID SAN role is responsible for maintaining a safe and therapeutic setting and implementing...

Care Coordinator

  • Sanford, ME (16 miles from Dover, NH)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Sanford, ME (16 miles from Dover, NH)
  • 60+ days ago

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Responsible for the coordination of care of individuals in the Community Behavioral Health Clinic [CCBHC]....

Registered Behavior Technician

  • Hampton, NH (17 miles from Dover, NH)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Hampton, NH (17 miles from Dover, NH)
  • 60+ days ago

The position will require, but is not limited to the following tasks to support students: Behavior Intervention Plan Implementation; implementing interventions based on applied behavior analysis science...

Behavior Support Specialist

  • Portsmouth, NH (9 miles from Dover, NH)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Portsmouth, NH (9 miles from Dover, NH)
  • 60+ days ago

Our passionate leadership team and expansive clinical support network ensure the delivery of the highest quality therapeutic and behavioral health services nationwide....

Demographic Data for Dover, NH

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Mental Health Technician Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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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 Theory and Practice
This course prepares learners to utilize a person-centered approach to mental health assessment and case management. Learners will also be introduced to community-based models of care and working...
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 Dover, NH

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Highest Education Level

Mental Health Technicians in Dover, NH offer the following education background
Master's Degree
38.9%
Bachelor's Degree
33.2%
Associate's Degree
7.2%
High School or GED
7.1%
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 Dover, NH
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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