Mental Health Technician Jobs in New Braunfels, TX

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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Peer Support Specialist (Comal County MH Center)

  • New Braunfels, TX
  • 3 days ago
  • New Braunfels, TX
  • 3 days ago

Provide practical, real-world support in coping with life’s day to day demands through modeling and coaching approaches to mental health recovery. ** A Current Certification as a Mental Health Peer...

Mental Health Associate (Hays County)

  • San Marcos, TX (12 miles from New Braunfels, TX)
  • 7 days ago
  • San Marcos, TX (12 miles from New Braunfels, TX)
  • 7 days ago

Job Details Job Location : Youth Crisis Respite Center - San Marcos, TX Salary Range : Undisclosed Description At Hill Country Mental Health and Developmental Disabilities Center our vision is to empower...

Behavior Technician - Part Time

  • Spring Branch, TX (24 miles from New Braunfels, TX)
  • 13 days ago
  • Spring Branch, TX (24 miles from New Braunfels, TX)
  • 13 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...

Behavior Technician - Entry Level

  • New Braunfels, TX
  • 13 days ago
  • New Braunfels, TX
  • 13 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...

Licensed Mental Health Professional

  • San Marcos, TX (12 miles from New Braunfels, TX)
  • 17 days ago
  • San Marcos, TX (12 miles from New Braunfels, TX)
  • 17 days ago

Your role is critical in ensuring that inmates receive appropriate mental health services and care while incarcerated....

Registered Behavior Technician

  • Spring Branch, TX (24 miles from New Braunfels, TX)
  • 20 days ago
  • Spring Branch, TX (24 miles from New Braunfels, TX)
  • 20 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...

Behavior Technician

  • Spring Branch, TX (24 miles from New Braunfels, TX)
  • 20 days ago
  • Spring Branch, TX (24 miles from New Braunfels, TX)
  • 20 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 Professional II Masters

  • Cibolo, TX (12 miles from New Braunfels, TX)
  • 20 days ago
  • Cibolo, TX (12 miles from New Braunfels, TX)
  • 20 days ago

Experience in mental health or related field preferred....

Mental Health Professional PRN

  • Schertz, TX (15 miles from New Braunfels, TX)
  • 21 days ago
  • Schertz, TX (15 miles from New Braunfels, TX)
  • 21 days ago

Experience in mental health or related field preferred....

Registered Behavior Technician

  • New Braunfels, TX
  • 28 days ago
  • New Braunfels, TX
  • 28 days ago

Behavior Technicians will utilize interventions developed out of the science of Applied Behavior Analysis. Education / Certification: Be at least 18 years of age....

Direct Care Staff

  • Seguin, TX (12 miles from New Braunfels, TX)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Seguin, TX (12 miles from New Braunfels, TX)
  • 90+ days ago

Our Company Rehab Without Walls Neuro Rehabilitation Overview Are you driven to serve and help others in your community? Caregivers and Direct Support Professionals (DSP) are the heart of our...

Direct Care Staff (Part-Time)

  • San Marcos, TX (12 miles from New Braunfels, TX)
  • 90+ days ago
  • San Marcos, TX (12 miles from New Braunfels, TX)
  • 90+ days ago

Our Company Rehab Without Walls Neuro Rehabilitation Overview Are you driven to serve and help others in your community? Caregivers and Direct Support Professionals (DSP) are the heart of our...

Mobile Crisis Outreach Team (MCOT) Care Coordinator (Comal County MH Center)

  • New Braunfels, TX
  • 45+ days ago
  • New Braunfels, TX
  • 45+ days ago

**HILL COUNTRY MHDD CENTERS IS OFFERING A $2,000 SIGN-ON BONUS FOR ALL MENTAL HEALTH POSITIONS THAT ARE FULL-TIME, NEW-HIRE EMPLOYEES** Help us help others: We are searching for a Mental Health Care...

Drug & Alcohol Counselor (TEAP SPECIALIST) LCDC

  • San Marcos, TX (12 miles from New Braunfels, TX)
  • 60+ days ago
  • San Marcos, TX (12 miles from New Braunfels, TX)
  • 60+ days ago

Participates in department system for student feedback and concerns Assists in developing center operating procedures for program components Works with the Center Mental Health Consultant, Center Physician...

Direct Care Staff

  • Maxwell, TX (20 miles from New Braunfels, TX)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Maxwell, TX (20 miles from New Braunfels, TX)
  • 90+ days ago

Our Company Rehab Without Walls Neuro Rehabilitation Overview Are you driven to serve and help others in your community? Caregivers and Direct Support Professionals (DSP) are the heart of our...

Demographic Data for New Braunfels, TX

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Salary for Mental Health Technician Jobs in New Braunfels, TX

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Highest Education Level

Mental Health Technicians in New Braunfels, TX 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 New Braunfels, TX
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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