Mental Health Technician Jobs in Hartsville, PA

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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Behavior Technician (BT)

  • Royersford, PA (24 miles from Hartsville, PA)
  • 12 hours ago
  • Royersford, PA (24 miles from Hartsville, PA)
  • 12 hours ago

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

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Residential Counselor - I/DD

  • SERV Behaviorial Health System
  • Flemington, NJ (23 miles from Hartsville, PA)
  • 13 hours ago
  • Flemington, NJ (23 miles from Hartsville, PA)
  • 13 hours ago

SERV, a well-established leader in behavioral healthcare in New Jersey, supports people with mental illness and/or intellectual/developmental disabilities as they achieve greater independence and...

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MENTAL HEALTH TECHNICIAN-Psych 4A- 20HR Evening Shift (3 pm to 11:30 pm)- Episcopal Campus

  • Philadelphia, PA (18 miles from Hartsville, PA)
  • 14 hours ago
  • Philadelphia, PA (18 miles from Hartsville, PA)
  • 14 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...

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Mental Health Technician, Per Diem, Rotating, Adult Inpatient Behavioral Health Unit, Cherry Hill

  • Jefferson
  • Cherry Hill, NJ (19 miles from Hartsville, PA)
  • 19 hours ago
  • Cherry Hill, NJ (19 miles from Hartsville, PA)
  • 19 hours ago

The Mental Health Technician works closely with the R.N. and reports any changes in patient's mood or behavior in a timely fashion....

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MENTAL HEALTH TECHNICIAN-Psych 5B-24HR Day Shift (7a-3p)- Episcopal Hospital

  • Temple University Health System
  • Philadelphia, PA (18 miles from Hartsville, PA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Philadelphia, PA (18 miles from Hartsville, PA)
  • 1 day 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...

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Mental Health Associate (MHA) Evenings

  • Universal Health Services
  • Westampton, NJ (20 miles from Hartsville, PA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Westampton, NJ (20 miles from Hartsville, PA)
  • 1 day ago

Responsibilities Hampton Behavioral Health Center is a 120-bed, acute care psychiatric hospital located in Westampton, New Jersey. We offer the most advanced behavioral health, diagnostic...

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Mental Health Tech (MHT) - Weekend

  • Universal Health Services
  • Doylestown, PA (7 miles from Hartsville, PA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Doylestown, PA (7 miles from Hartsville, PA)
  • 1 day ago

The Mental Health Technician participates in observing, reporting and recording of patient behaviors under the supervision of nursing....

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Mental Health Tech - Full Time

  • Universal Health Services
  • Ambler, PA (7 miles from Hartsville, PA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Ambler, PA (7 miles from Hartsville, PA)
  • 1 day ago

Responsibilities The Horsham Clinic is seeking compassionate, flexible, and dedicated Mental Health Technicians (MHT's)....

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Mental Health Tech (MHT) - Full-time - $6,000 Bonus

  • Universal Health Services
  • Doylestown, PA (7 miles from Hartsville, PA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Doylestown, PA (7 miles from Hartsville, PA)
  • 1 day ago

Responsibilities Foundations Behavioral Health in Doylestown, PA provides innovative behavioral health treatment and academic excellence to children, adolescents and young adults ages 5 through 21...

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Mental Health Tech (MHT) - 11p - 7:30a

  • Universal Health Services
  • Doylestown, PA (7 miles from Hartsville, PA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Doylestown, PA (7 miles from Hartsville, PA)
  • 1 day ago

Responsibilities Foundations Behavioral Health in Doylestown, PA provides innovative behavioral health treatment and academic excellence to children, adolescents and young adults ages 5 through 21...

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Mental Health Tech (MHT) - 3p - 11:30p

  • Universal Health Services
  • Doylestown, PA (7 miles from Hartsville, PA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Doylestown, PA (7 miles from Hartsville, PA)
  • 1 day ago

Responsibilities Foundations Behavioral Health in Doylestown, PA provides innovative behavioral health treatment and academic excellence to children, adolescents and young adults ages 5 through 21...

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Driver /Mental Health Technician (Delaware County)

  • Universal Health Services
  • Springfield, PA (24 miles from Hartsville, PA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Springfield, PA (24 miles from Hartsville, PA)
  • 1 day ago

Responsibilities We are looking for a Van Driver/Mental Health Technician to join our Horsham Clinic Team in our Chester County location!...

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MENTAL HEALTH TECHNICIAN (MHT) - Per Diem

  • Universal Health Services
  • Ambler, PA (7 miles from Hartsville, PA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Ambler, PA (7 miles from Hartsville, PA)
  • 1 day ago

Responsibilities The Horsham Clinic is seeking compassionate, flexible, and dedicated Mental Health Technicians (MHT's)....

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2530-Behavior Technician

  • First Children Services
  • Lansdale, PA (11 miles from Hartsville, PA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Lansdale, PA (11 miles from Hartsville, PA)
  • 2 days ago

Behavior Technician/Registered Behavior Technician Part Time/Non-exempt Location: Montgomeryville and surrounding areas Compensation Range: $21.00-$26.00/per hour **BONUS ELIGIBLE** Work Setting:...

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Behavioral Health Technician Driver (BHT) (Full Time)

  • Pyramid Healthcare
  • Langhorne, PA (9 miles from Hartsville, PA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Langhorne, PA (9 miles from Hartsville, PA)
  • 4 days ago

Behavioral Health Technician Driver (BHT) (Full Time) 2.6 2.6 out of 5 stars Langhorne, PA $16 an hour - Full-time Pyramid Healthcare 686 reviews $16 an hour - Full-time Pyramid Healthcare is...

In Person Full Time

Demographic Data for Hartsville, PA

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Salary for Mental Health Technician Jobs in Hartsville, PA

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Highest Education Level

Mental Health Technicians in Hartsville, PA 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 Hartsville, PA
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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