Mental Health Technician Jobs in Rock Hill, SC

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/ RBT (Guaranteed Hours, Bonus)

  • ABS Kids
  • Matthews, NC (22 miles from Rock Hill, SC)
  • 15 hours ago
  • Matthews, NC (22 miles from Rock Hill, SC)
  • 15 hours ago

Job Requirements If you are a Registered Behavior Technician looking for a position that offers a set weekday work schedule, we'd love to talk to you! This position takes place at one of our...

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Mental Health Professional I / MDFT (Catawba)

  • State of South Carolina
  • York, SC (12 miles from Rock Hill, SC)
  • 1 hour ago
  • York, SC (12 miles from Rock Hill, SC)
  • 1 hour ago

Are you passionate about making a real difference in people's lives? Join our team at the Office of Mental Health where we are dedicated to providing compassionate and accessible care to our...

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Mental Health Professional II / ACT Team Lead (Catawba)

  • State of South Carolina
  • York, SC (12 miles from Rock Hill, SC)
  • 2 days ago
  • York, SC (12 miles from Rock Hill, SC)
  • 2 days ago

Are you passionate about making a real difference in people's lives? Join our team at the Office of Mental Health where we are dedicated to providing compassionate and accessible care to our...

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Mental Health Professional I / ACT Substance Abuse Counselor (Catawba)

  • State of South Carolina
  • York, SC (12 miles from Rock Hill, SC)
  • 2 days ago
  • York, SC (12 miles from Rock Hill, SC)
  • 2 days ago

Are you passionate about making a real difference in people's lives? Join our team at the Office of Mental Health where we are dedicated to providing compassionate and accessible care to our...

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Registered Behavior Technician (RBT)

  • Action Behavior Centers
  • Waxhaw, NC (16 miles from Rock Hill, SC)
  • 5 days ago
  • Waxhaw, NC (16 miles from Rock Hill, SC)
  • 5 days ago

CERTIFICATION REQUIRED: Active Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) Certification Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm (predictable daytime hours - no nights). Optional Saturdays available based on...

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Mental Health Professional

  • Evidence Based Associates
  • Rock Hill, SC
  • 6 days ago
  • Rock Hill, SC
  • 6 days ago

Youth & Family Clinical Therapist - Community-Based Program | Small Caseload Are you passionate about helping youth and families overcome challenges and build stronger futures? Does the idea of...

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Behavior Technician ABA - Part Time

  • Butterfly Effects
  • Belmont, NC (23 miles from Rock Hill, SC)
  • 11 days ago
  • Belmont, NC (23 miles from Rock Hill, SC)
  • 11 days ago

Our family-centric applied behavior analysis (ABA) approach aims to enhance the lives of children and families affected by autism spectrum disorder....

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Behavior Technician - Allied

  • Amergis Healthcare Staffing
  • Rock Hill, SC
  • 12 days ago
  • Rock Hill, SC
  • 12 days ago

The Behavior Technician (BT) works to facilitate behavioral services with children and adults with special needs and collaborates with behavioral specialists to achieve learning and behavioral...

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Behavioral Health Tech - Adult

  • Tenet Health
  • Rock Hill, SC
  • 15 days ago
  • Rock Hill, SC
  • 15 days ago

Overview Who We Are We are a community built on care. Our caregivers and supporting staff extend compassion to those in need, helping to improve the health and well-being of those we serve, and...

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EC - Registered Behavior Technician

  • Union County Public Schools
  • Waxhaw, NC (16 miles from Rock Hill, SC)
  • 20 days ago
  • Waxhaw, NC (16 miles from Rock Hill, SC)
  • 20 days ago

EC - Registered Behavior Technician Union County Public Schools Sandy Ridge Elementary - Waxhaw, North Carolina This job is also posted in North Carolina School Jobs Job Details Job ID:4725205...

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Behavior Technician (RBT)

  • Finni Health
  • Matthews, NC (22 miles from Rock Hill, SC)
  • 21 days ago
  • Matthews, NC (22 miles from Rock Hill, SC)
  • 21 days ago

In this role, you will work one-on-one with children in their homes, using Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy techniques under the supervision of a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) to make...

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Mental Health Professional II / Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (Catawba)

  • State of South Carolina
  • York, SC (12 miles from Rock Hill, SC)
  • 28 days ago
  • York, SC (12 miles from Rock Hill, SC)
  • 28 days ago

Are you passionate about making a real difference in people's lives? Join our team at the Office of Mental Health where we are dedicated to providing compassionate and accessible care to our...

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Behavior Technician / Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) Clinic-Based ABA Therapy

  • Kind Behavioral Health
  • Matthews, NC (22 miles from Rock Hill, SC)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Matthews, NC (22 miles from Rock Hill, SC)
  • 30+ days ago

At a Glance $16.50-$24.00/hour depending on experience and certification $500 sign-on bonus (paid in two installments at 30 and 60 days) Full-time and part-time opportunities available Monday to...

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Registered Behavior Technician

  • Res-Care, Inc.
  • Waxhaw, NC (16 miles from Rock Hill, SC)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Waxhaw, NC (16 miles from Rock Hill, SC)
  • 30+ days ago

Responsibilities Implement Applied Behavior Analysis driven programs for youth with developmental disabilities in their homes and/or a community environment Provide 1:1 therapy to individuals with a...

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Registered Behavior Technician in Matthews, NC

  • Sunbelt Staffing
  • Matthews, NC (22 miles from Rock Hill, SC)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Matthews, NC (22 miles from Rock Hill, SC)
  • 30+ days ago

Analysis) principles and techniques Strong interpersonal and communication skills Ability to adapt approaches to meet individual student needs Compassionate, patient, and detail-oriented Background...

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Demographic Data for Rock Hill, SC

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Salary for Mental Health Technician Jobs in Rock Hill, SC

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Highest Education Level

Mental Health Technicians in Rock Hill, SC 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 Rock Hill, SC
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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