Mental Health Technician Jobs in Greensboro, NC

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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Psychiatric Technician

  • Winston Salem, NC (24 miles from Greensboro, NC)
  • 1 day ago
  • Winston Salem, NC (24 miles from Greensboro, NC)
  • 1 day ago

Psychiatric Technician Wake Forest Baptist Health - 3.8 Winston-Salem, NC Job Details Full-time Estimated: $37.8K - $48.2K a year 6 hours ago Qualifications BLS Certification High school diploma...

Psychiatric Technician

  • Winston Salem, NC (24 miles from Greensboro, NC)
  • 1 day ago
  • Winston Salem, NC (24 miles from Greensboro, NC)
  • 1 day ago

Ability to care for Behavioral Health and Substance Abuse age specific patients within facility. Job Opening ID 24129...

PT Foster Care Coordinator

  • Winston Salem, NC (24 miles from Greensboro, NC)
  • 2 days ago
  • Winston Salem, NC (24 miles from Greensboro, NC)
  • 2 days ago

Company Description At Dungarvin, we are more than a provider of support services-we're a mission-driven team rooted in respect, response and choice. Since 1976, we've been dedicated to meeting...

Mental Health Professional (MHP)

  • Winston Salem, NC (24 miles from Greensboro, NC)
  • 5 days ago
  • Winston Salem, NC (24 miles from Greensboro, NC)
  • 5 days ago

Qualifications: A Master's degree in Social Work, Mental Health Counseling, or a related field A current license as a Mental Health Professional in NC (LCMHCA, LCMHC, LISW, LMFT) Bonus points if you've...

ABA Therapist / Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) / Behavior Health Tech

  • Kernersville, NC (17 miles from Greensboro, NC)
  • 9 days ago
  • Kernersville, NC (17 miles from Greensboro, NC)
  • 9 days ago

analysis or in other behavioral health and mental health fields....

Mental Health Technician

  • Winston Salem, NC (24 miles from Greensboro, NC)
  • 15 days ago
  • Winston Salem, NC (24 miles from Greensboro, NC)
  • 15 days ago

This opportunity is for full-time (36 hours per week) Mental Health Technician (MHT). The position offers full benefits and a schedule of two weekdays and every other Saturday and Sunday 7pm- 7am....

ACTT Peer Support Specialist

  • Greensboro, NC
  • 18 days ago
  • Greensboro, NC
  • 18 days ago

Substance Abuse Services (USA), Drivers License (Valid) - USA Experience We're Looking For: Experience working with adults with a mental health diagnosis and/or substance use disorder| Not Required...

Peds ED Mental Health Tech - 7:00am-7:00pm or 7:00pm-7:00am

  • Greensboro, NC
  • 18 days ago
  • Greensboro, NC
  • 18 days ago

Overview The Mental Health Technician Nurse Secretary helps provide therapeutic services to psychiatric patients under Trauma Informed Care principles in accordance with the Registered Nurse's directions...

Peer Support Specialist

  • Winston Salem, NC (24 miles from Greensboro, NC)
  • 19 days ago
  • Winston Salem, NC (24 miles from Greensboro, NC)
  • 19 days ago

The PSS-Hospital position is held by an employee who is or has been a recipient of mental health and/or substance abuse services....

Mental Health Tech, PRN, Pediatric Behavioral Health

  • Winston Salem, NC (24 miles from Greensboro, NC)
  • 26 days ago
  • Winston Salem, NC (24 miles from Greensboro, NC)
  • 26 days ago

Mental Health Tech, Pediatric Behavioral Health Brenner Children's Hospital, AHWFB, Winston-Salem, NC The Mental Health Technician (PRN) plays a crucial role in providing patient care to psychiatric...

Registered Behavior Technician (RBT)

  • Reidsville, NC (19 miles from Greensboro, NC)
  • 27 days ago
  • Reidsville, NC (19 miles from Greensboro, NC)
  • 27 days ago

Are you looking for a career? Do you enjoy working with children and providing them with the skills to be successful in their progression, and developmental abilities? Above and Beyond Therapy is...

CFSP Foster Care / Adoption Care Manager (Managed Care Coordinator)

  • Burlington, NC (15 miles from Greensboro, NC)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Burlington, NC (15 miles from Greensboro, NC)
  • 30+ days ago

Work with a multidisciplinary care team, including primary health care and behavioral health professionals, specialty providers, and stakeholders in the child welfare system, to coordinate care (e.g...

After Care Coordinator

  • High Point, NC (14 miles from Greensboro, NC)
  • 30+ days ago
  • High Point, NC (14 miles from Greensboro, NC)
  • 30+ days ago

Daymark Recovery Services, Inc. is a mission driven, comprehensive community provider of culturally sensitive mental health and substance abuse services....

Mental Health Technician - ARMC PRN Days

  • Burlington, NC (15 miles from Greensboro, NC)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Burlington, NC (15 miles from Greensboro, NC)
  • 45+ days ago

Overview The Mental Health Technician Nurse Secretary helps provide therapeutic services to psychiatric patients under Trauma Informed Care principles in accordance with the Registered Nurse's directions...

CST Substance Use Counselor I

  • Winston Salem, NC (24 miles from Greensboro, NC)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Winston Salem, NC (24 miles from Greensboro, NC)
  • 45+ days ago

Implement interventions that are evidence-based practices demonstrating effectiveness working with individuals with co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders....

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Salary for Mental Health Technician Jobs in Greensboro, NC

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Highest Education Level

Mental Health Technicians in Greensboro, NC 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 Greensboro, NC
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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