Mental Health Technician Jobs in Orem, UT

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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Critical Incident Responder, Licensed Mental Health Professional - UT - 100

  • R3 Continuum
  • Saratoga Springs, UT (10 miles from Orem, UT)
  • 1 day ago
  • Saratoga Springs, UT (10 miles from Orem, UT)
  • 1 day ago

Job Type Contract Description Are you looking for a unique way to support your community and local businesses? R3 Continuum is searching for diverse and compassionate behavioral health...

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Mental Health Technician (MHT/BHT) - Vacation Staff (Weekends)

  • Universal Health Services
  • Provo, UT (6 miles from Orem, UT)
  • 6 days ago
  • Provo, UT (6 miles from Orem, UT)
  • 6 days ago

Responsibilities Mental/Behavioral Health Technician (MHT/BHT) - VACATION STAFF - WEEKENDS Full-time positions ONLY. No experience necessary! Full paid training program will be provided. SATURDAY...

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Behavioral Health Technician

  • Embark Behavioral Health
  • Springville, UT (13 miles from Orem, UT)
  • 13 days ago
  • Springville, UT (13 miles from Orem, UT)
  • 13 days ago

Overview Hourly Pay Rate: $18.50 - 18.75 per hour On-site: 266 S Hobble Creek Canyon Rd, Springville UT, 84663 (Hobble Creek Canyon) Schedule: Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday 7:00am - 7:00pm Do you...

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Daytime Hours - Registered Behavior Technician (RBT)

  • Above and Beyond Therapy
  • Riverton, UT (17 miles from Orem, UT)
  • 14 days ago
  • Riverton, UT (17 miles from Orem, UT)
  • 14 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...

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Evening Hours - Registered Behavior Technician (RBT)

  • Above and Beyond Therapy
  • Herriman, UT (17 miles from Orem, UT)
  • 14 days ago
  • Herriman, UT (17 miles from Orem, UT)
  • 14 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...

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Registered Behavior Technician (RBT)

  • Above and Beyond Therapy
  • Sandy, UT (20 miles from Orem, UT)
  • 14 days ago
  • Sandy, UT (20 miles from Orem, UT)
  • 14 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...

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Mental Health Technician (MHT/BHT)

  • Universal Health Services
  • Provo, UT (6 miles from Orem, UT)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Provo, UT (6 miles from Orem, UT)
  • 30+ days ago

Responsibilities Mental/Behavioral Health Technician (MHT/BHT) Opportunities Full-time positions ONLY. No experience necessary! Full paid training program will be provided. Swing Shifts : Swing A...

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Registered Behavior Technician

  • Intermountain Health
  • Riverton, UT (17 miles from Orem, UT)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Riverton, UT (17 miles from Orem, UT)
  • 30+ days ago

Participate in regular supervision and training sessions to enhance skills and stay updated on best practices in applied behavior analysis....

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Behavioral Health Associate / Support Staff (Fri-Sun nights)

  • Acadia Healthcare
  • Sandy, UT (20 miles from Orem, UT)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Sandy, UT (20 miles from Orem, UT)
  • 30+ days ago

Position – Behavioral Health Associate This position serves in a residential treatment center for adults with substance use disorders and other mental health disorders. The position works closely...

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Registered Behavior Technician - RBT (On the Job Training Provided)

  • Chrysalis
  • Orem, UT
  • 45+ days ago
  • Orem, UT
  • 45+ days ago

To become an RBT, we will pay you to complete a 40-hour training in Applied Behavior Analysis. During training, you will be paid $15.75/hour....

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Support Staff / Psych Tech (Swing Shift & Weekends)

  • Acadia Healthcare
  • Sandy, UT (20 miles from Orem, UT)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Sandy, UT (20 miles from Orem, UT)
  • 45+ days ago

BEHAVIORAL HEALTH ASSOCIATE I JOB DESCRIPTION About Turning Point Centers Turning Point Centers is a dually licensed, nationally accredited, local leader in Substance Abuse and Mental Health...

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Mental Health Technician (PRN)

  • Universal Health Services
  • Springville, UT (13 miles from Orem, UT)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Springville, UT (13 miles from Orem, UT)
  • 45+ days ago

Responsibilities Mental/Behavioral Health Technician (PRN) PRN Shifts : Day, Swing &/or Grave Shifts - Minimum of 2 shifts (8 hours) per week with one weekend (Fri eve, Sat or Sun) shift required...

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ABA Behavior Technician

  • The Stepping Stones Group
  • Woodland Hills, UT (20 miles from Orem, UT)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Woodland Hills, UT (20 miles from Orem, UT)
  • 45+ days ago

We offer part-time positions in home, school, and community settings in Woodland Hills, CA, along with comprehensive paid training in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA)....

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Registered Behavior Technician (RBT)

  • Maxim Healthcare
  • Sandy, UT (20 miles from Orem, UT)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Sandy, UT (20 miles from Orem, UT)
  • 60+ days ago

Hourly Pay: $20 - $27 / Hr. Maxim Healthcare is hiring for a Behavioral Technician to work one-one-one children and/or adults with Autism Spectrum Disorder and similar developmental delays and...

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Behavioral Health Associate PRN

  • Acadia Healthcare
  • Sandy, UT (20 miles from Orem, UT)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Sandy, UT (20 miles from Orem, UT)
  • 60+ days ago

Behavior Health Associate I About Turning Point Centers Turning Point Centers is a dually licensed, nationally accredited, local leader in Substance Use Disorder (SUD) and Mental Health treatment...

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Salary for Mental Health Technician Jobs in Orem, UT

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Highest Education Level

Mental Health Technicians in Orem, UT 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 Orem, UT
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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