Mental Health Technician Remote & Hybrid Only Jobs in New Jersey

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 - Home Based

  • Colts Neck, NJ
  • 8 days ago
  • Colts Neck, NJ
  • 8 days ago

Apply Now Overview: Proud Moments ABA is a nional behavioral health organizion, providing the gold standard of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) services for children on the autism spectrum from birth...

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Peer Support Specialist II - Part Time

  • Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey
  • Piscataway, NJ
  • 11 days ago
  • Piscataway, NJ
  • 11 days ago

Job Category Staff & Executive - Healthcare Overview Rutgers University Behavioral Health Care (UBHC), established in 1971, offers a full continuum of evidence based behavioral health and...

Remote Part Time

Peer Support Specialist II - Part Time

  • Rutgers University
  • NJ
  • 12 days ago
  • NJ
  • 12 days ago

Position Details Position Information Recruitment/Posting Title Peer Support Specialist II - Part Time Job Category Staff & Executive - Healthcare Department UBHC - NJ Hopeline Overview Rutgers...

Remote Part Time

Military/Veteran Peer Support Specialist III

  • Rutgers University
  • Piscataway, NJ
  • 30+ days ago
  • Piscataway, NJ
  • 30+ days ago

Position Details Position Information Recruitment/Posting Title Military/Veteran Peer Support Specialist III Job Category Staff & Executive - Healthcare Department UBHC - Military Services...

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Peer Support Specialist II - Part Time

  • Rutgers
  • New Brunswick, NJ
  • 30+ days ago
  • New Brunswick, NJ
  • 30+ days ago

Recruitment/Posting Title: Peer Support Specialist II - Part Time Job Category: Staff & Executive - Healthcare Department: UBHC - NJ Hopeline Overview: Rutgers University Behavioral Health Care (...

Remote Part Time

Military/Veteran Peer Support Specialist III (Multiple Vacancies)

  • Rutgers
  • New Brunswick, NJ
  • 30+ days ago
  • New Brunswick, NJ
  • 30+ days ago

Recruitment/Posting Title: Military/Veteran Peer Support Specialist III (Multiple Vacancies) Job Category: Staff & Executive - Healthcare Department: UBHC - Military Services Overview: Rutgers...

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Mental Health Physician Assistant or NP

  • Total Life
  • NJ
  • 60+ days ago
  • NJ
  • 60+ days ago

Description Job Title: Telehealth PA/NP (NJ Licensed) Outpatient Med Management Location: Remote (Telehealth) Must hold an active NJ license Schedule: Daytime hours, MondayFriday (normal business...

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Demographic Data for New Jersey

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Mental Health Technician Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Young People and Mental Health
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Salary for Mental Health Technician Jobs in New Jersey

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


Highest Education Level

Mental Health Technicians in New Jersey offer the following education background
Master's Degree
38.8%
Bachelor's Degree
33.6%
Associate's Degree
7.3%
Doctorate Degree
7.0%
High School or GED
6.9%
Vocational Degree or Certification
5.3%
Some College
0.8%
Some High School
0.2%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Mental Health Technicians in New Jersey
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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