Mental Health Technician Jobs in Greenville, RI

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 School ESY

  • Dudley, MA (23 miles from Greenville, RI)
  • 6 days ago
  • Dudley, MA (23 miles from Greenville, RI)
  • 6 days ago

ABOUT US Together, we are the Epic Special Education Staffing family and family is how we view each member of this incredible community. From our family to the nations schools, we remain focused...

Mental Health Worker / In-Patient - OLF (SW)

  • Providence, RI (8 miles from Greenville, RI)
  • 4 hours ago
  • Providence, RI (8 miles from Greenville, RI)
  • 4 hours ago

The Mental Health Worker-CNA demonstrates clinical competence in the provision of direct patient care and technical assistance to the Health Care Team....

ASU Behavioral Health Worker (32 hours)

  • Providence, RI (8 miles from Greenville, RI)
  • 2 days ago
  • Providence, RI (8 miles from Greenville, RI)
  • 2 days ago

for substance use and mental health disorders, located in the heart of Providence, is the first of its kind....

25-26 SY Behavior Technician

  • Hopkinton, MA (23 miles from Greenville, RI)
  • 2 days ago
  • Hopkinton, MA (23 miles from Greenville, RI)
  • 2 days ago

Salary: $23 / Hour Amergis Educational Staffing is partnered with a school in Hopkinton, MA to hire a Special Education Behavior Technicians to work with students on a contractual basis. Details...

Behavior Technician - Entry Level

  • Sutton, MA (20 miles from Greenville, RI)
  • 2 days ago
  • Sutton, MA (20 miles from Greenville, RI)
  • 2 days ago

Analysis Discounts to hundreds of retail partners via our Benefit Hub Access to Centrias Employee Assistance Plan with benefits around mental health and counseling Early wage access to employees through...

Mental Health Worker II - Night Shift

  • Taunton, MA (22 miles from Greenville, RI)
  • 2 days ago
  • Taunton, MA (22 miles from Greenville, RI)
  • 2 days ago

DMH Vision and Mission\: The Department of Mental Health, as the State Mental Health Authority, assures and provides access to services and supports to meet the mental health needs of individuals of...

Substance Use Therapist DOC $2500 retention bonus

  • Providence, RI (8 miles from Greenville, RI)
  • 4 days ago
  • Providence, RI (8 miles from Greenville, RI)
  • 4 days ago

Maintain active involvement in professional and lay mental health organizations within the community. Attend trainings, staff meetings, case presentations, conferences, etc....

Substance Use Therapist Department of Corrections $2500 retention bonus

  • Providence, RI (8 miles from Greenville, RI)
  • 4 days ago
  • Providence, RI (8 miles from Greenville, RI)
  • 4 days ago

Maintain active involvement in professional and lay mental health organizations within the community. Attend trainings, staff meetings, case presentations, conferences, etc....

Residential Counselor I -Middleboro/Taunton

  • Taunton, MA (22 miles from Greenville, RI)
  • 5 days ago
  • Taunton, MA (22 miles from Greenville, RI)
  • 5 days ago

Residential Counselor I -Middleboro/Taunton Bay Cove Human Services United States, Massachusetts, Taunton 3 Caswell Street (Show on map) Jun 06, 2025 Bay Cove Human Services' mission is to partner...

Behavioral Health Worker (Per Diem)

  • Woonsocket, RI (8 miles from Greenville, RI)
  • 5 days ago
  • Woonsocket, RI (8 miles from Greenville, RI)
  • 5 days ago

Behavioral Health Worker (Per Diem) 1st, 2nd & 3rd Shift If you have a passion for helping people and want to earn experience in the behavioral health field, we have the perfect position for you!...

Mental Health Worker

  • Providence, RI (8 miles from Greenville, RI)
  • 8 days ago
  • Providence, RI (8 miles from Greenville, RI)
  • 8 days ago

Summary: The Mental Health Worker functions under the direction of the Professional Nurse and is responsible to the Clinical Manager....

0.6 FTE High School Bridge Adjustment Counselor (3 days per week)

  • Whitinsville, MA (17 miles from Greenville, RI)
  • 9 days ago
  • Whitinsville, MA (17 miles from Greenville, RI)
  • 9 days ago

This includes students returning from hospitalizations, out-of-district placements, and those experiencing significant mental health challenges....

Registered Behavior Technician - Part Time

  • Holliston, MA (22 miles from Greenville, RI)
  • 9 days ago
  • Holliston, MA (22 miles from Greenville, RI)
  • 9 days ago

Analysis Discounts to hundreds of retail partners via our Benefit Hub Access to Centrias Employee Assistance Plan with benefits around mental health and counseling Early wage access to employees through...

Mental Health Worker, 24 hours 1st Shift (Alternating Weekends), BHS Department

  • Putnam, CT (16 miles from Greenville, RI)
  • 9 days ago
  • Putnam, CT (16 miles from Greenville, RI)
  • 9 days ago

One year of previous experience in Mental Health or related field preferred. Computer experience preferred. Previous experience in a hospital environment preferred....

Behavioral Health Worker ASU

  • Woonsocket, RI (8 miles from Greenville, RI)
  • 11 days ago
  • Woonsocket, RI (8 miles from Greenville, RI)
  • 11 days ago

Our Acute Stabilization Unit in Providence is looking for a Behavioral Health Worker (BHW)....

Demographic Data for Greenville, RI

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Mental Health Technician Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Mental Health in Construction
Construction has one of the worst rates of mental health issues of any industry. For example, in the UK low-skilled male manual workers are 3.7 times more likely to commit suicide than the...
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 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 Greenville, RI

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Highest Education Level

Mental Health Technicians in Greenville, RI 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 Greenville, RI
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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