Mental Health Technician Jobs in Westampton, NJ

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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RBT - Registered Behavior Technician

  • Levittown, PA (10 miles from Westampton, NJ)
  • 12 hours ago
  • Levittown, PA (10 miles from Westampton, NJ)
  • 12 hours ago

The Registered Behavior Technician will provide individualized Applied Behavior Analysis services to students under the guidance of a Board-Certified Behavior Analyst....

Registered Behavior Technician - RBT

  • Bensalem, PA (10 miles from Westampton, NJ)
  • 12 hours ago
  • Bensalem, PA (10 miles from Westampton, NJ)
  • 12 hours ago

The Registered Behavior Technician will provide individualized Applied Behavior Analysis services to students under the guidance of a Board-Certified Behavior Analyst....

MENTAL HEALTH TECHNICIAN-Float Pool- 40HR Evening Shift (3 pm-1130pm)- Episcopal Campus

  • Philadelphia, PA (20 miles from Westampton, NJ)
  • 2 hours ago
  • Philadelphia, PA (20 miles from Westampton, NJ)
  • 2 hours ago

Under the direction of Registered Nurses completes portion of the patient assessment. Provides patient care, assesses units for safety and maintains complete and accurate documentation. Leads and...

MENTAL HEALTH TECHNICIAN-Psych 4B- 40HR Night Shift (11p-7:30am)

  • Philadelphia, PA (20 miles from Westampton, NJ)
  • 12 hours ago
  • Philadelphia, PA (20 miles from Westampton, NJ)
  • 12 hours ago

Under the direction of Registered Nurses completes portion of the patient assessment. Provides patient care, assesses units for safety and maintains complete and accurate documentation. Leads and...

Mental Health Technician, Per Diem, Inpatient Child Adolescent Psychiatric Unit,

  • Cherry Hill, NJ (13 miles from Westampton, NJ)
  • 22 hours ago
  • Cherry Hill, NJ (13 miles from Westampton, NJ)
  • 22 hours ago

Job Details Join the mission of Improving Lives as a Mental Health Technician at Jefferson Health....

Mental Health Technician, Relief, Inpatient Child Adolescent Psychiatric Unit, C

  • Cherry Hill, NJ (13 miles from Westampton, NJ)
  • 22 hours ago
  • Cherry Hill, NJ (13 miles from Westampton, NJ)
  • 22 hours ago

Job Details Join the mission of Improving Lives as a Mental Health Technician at Jefferson Health....

Admissions Counselor (7a-7:30p)

  • Philadelphia, PA (20 miles from Westampton, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Philadelphia, PA (20 miles from Westampton, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Belmont Behavioral Hospital is seeking an Admissions Counselor to join the Admissions team. Clinical professional responsible for facilitating admissions, clinical intake assessments and...

Behavior Technician

  • Abington, PA (19 miles from Westampton, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Abington, PA (19 miles from Westampton, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Pediatric Therapeutic Services (PTS) is seeking a Behavior Technician (BT) to provide school-based services for a local school district in Abington, PA. Perks: We offer competitive rates with...

Behavioral Health Technician - Part Time Night

  • Feasterville Trevose, PA (13 miles from Westampton, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Feasterville Trevose, PA (13 miles from Westampton, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Haven Behavioral Hospital of Philadelphia is seeking caring and compassionate people to join our team of devoted healthcare professionals. Why Haven of Philadelphia? Haven Behavioral Hospital of...

Behavioral Health Technician - Full Time Day

  • Merion Station, PA (24 miles from Westampton, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Merion Station, PA (24 miles from Westampton, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Haven Behavioral -------, a proud member of Oceans Healthcare, is a ----bed facility providing high-quality, specialty behavioral health services for individuals with mental health and substance abuse...

Mental Health Technician, Per Diem, Adult Inpatient Behavioral Health Unit, Cher

  • Voorhees, NJ (15 miles from Westampton, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Voorhees, NJ (15 miles from Westampton, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Job Description Join the mission of Improving Lives as a Mental Health Technician at Jefferson Health....

Center Supervisor - Behavior Technician

  • Woodbury, NJ (22 miles from Westampton, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Woodbury, NJ (22 miles from Westampton, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Proud Moments ABA is a behavioral health organization, providing the gold standard of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) services for children on the autism spectrum from birth to age 21....

Behavior Technician

  • Elkins Park, PA (18 miles from Westampton, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Elkins Park, PA (18 miles from Westampton, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Pediatric Therapeutic Services (PTS) is seeking a Behavior Technician (BT) to provide school-based services for a local school district in Elkins Park, PA. Responsibilities: Assist the BCBA in...

PRN Behavioral Health Tech

  • Philadelphia, PA (20 miles from Westampton, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Philadelphia, PA (20 miles from Westampton, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

Aya Healthcare has an immediate opening for a PRN Behavioral Health Tech job in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania paying $336.00/shift. This is a position that requires at least one year(s) of...

Behavior Health Technician (BHT)

  • Philadelphia, PA (20 miles from Westampton, NJ)
  • 3 days ago
  • Philadelphia, PA (20 miles from Westampton, NJ)
  • 3 days ago

As a Per Diem Behavioral Health Technician (BHT), you will: Work one-to-one with clients in clinic, home, and/or school setting, implementing Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) under the supervision of...

Demographic Data for Westampton, NJ

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Salary for Mental Health Technician Jobs in Westampton, NJ

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Highest Education Level

Mental Health Technicians in Westampton, NJ 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 Westampton, NJ
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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