Mental Health Technician Jobs in Brookfield, WI

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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Associate Patient Care Coordinator - Elm Grove, WI

  • Elm Grove, WI
  • 12 hours ago
  • Elm Grove, WI
  • 12 hours ago

Red Oak Counseling is a mental health and substance abuse clinic....

Behavioral Health Tech CNA

  • Milwaukee, WI (9 miles from Brookfield, WI)
  • 2 days ago
  • Milwaukee, WI (9 miles from Brookfield, WI)
  • 2 days ago

Department: 10084 Advocate Aurora Health Corporate - Mental Health Emergency Center JV: ELA Emergency Status: Part time Benefits Eligible: Yes Hou rs Per Week: 24 Schedule Details/Additional Information...

Lyfe Certified Peer Specialist

  • Milwaukee, WI (9 miles from Brookfield, WI)
  • 5 days ago
  • Milwaukee, WI (9 miles from Brookfield, WI)
  • 5 days ago

Supportyouth/young adult engage in mental health services by accompanying atappointments and community activities. Listen to youth/young adults androle model positive communication skills....

Certified Peer Specialist Forensic

  • Milwaukee, WI (9 miles from Brookfield, WI)
  • 5 days ago
  • Milwaukee, WI (9 miles from Brookfield, WI)
  • 5 days ago

\*Link participants to a variety ofindividualized supports and services within the service region includingtraditional mental health services such as case management, psychiatryand individual therapy...

Mental Health Professional Master level MKE Jail PT!

  • Milwaukee, WI (9 miles from Brookfield, WI)
  • 5 days ago
  • Milwaukee, WI (9 miles from Brookfield, WI)
  • 5 days ago

How you make a difference The Mental Health Professional provides clinical services to individuals under the supervision of the Mental Health Coordinator, Clinical Supervisor or Mental Health Director...

Mental Health Professional MHP at MKE Co Jail 32-38hr PT!

  • Milwaukee, WI (9 miles from Brookfield, WI)
  • 5 days ago
  • Milwaukee, WI (9 miles from Brookfield, WI)
  • 5 days ago

How you make a difference The Mental Health Professional provides clinical services to individuals under the supervision of the Mental Health Coordinator, Clinical Supervisor or Mental Health Director...

Licensed Mental Health Professional

  • Germantown, WI (12 miles from Brookfield, WI)
  • 6 days ago
  • Germantown, WI (12 miles from Brookfield, WI)
  • 6 days ago

About This Opportunity: CareATC is currently looking for a licensed Mental Health Professional that will work collaboratively with the primary care/interdisciplinary treatment team as a patient advocate...

Care Coordinator - CCS

  • Milwaukee, WI (9 miles from Brookfield, WI)
  • 10 days ago
  • Milwaukee, WI (9 miles from Brookfield, WI)
  • 10 days ago

Job Details Job Location : WHCG - Milwaukee, WI Position Type : Full Time - Union Salary Range : Undisclosed Travel Percentage : Road Warrior Description Job Purpose: This is a professional...

Milieu Specialist - PM Shift

  • West Allis, WI (4 miles from Brookfield, WI)
  • 11 days ago
  • West Allis, WI (4 miles from Brookfield, WI)
  • 11 days ago

Assist nursing leadership in precepting Mental Health Technicians (MHTs). Demonstrate collaborative teamwork when assisting patients in crisis....

Milieu Specialist - PM Shift .8 FTE

  • Oconomowoc, WI (21 miles from Brookfield, WI)
  • 11 days ago
  • Oconomowoc, WI (21 miles from Brookfield, WI)
  • 11 days ago

Assist nursing leadership in precepting Mental Health Technicians (MHTs). Demonstrate collaborative teamwork when assisting patients in crisis....

Mental Health Technician

  • West Allis, WI (4 miles from Brookfield, WI)
  • 13 days ago
  • West Allis, WI (4 miles from Brookfield, WI)
  • 13 days ago

We are looking for looking for Mental Health Technicians to join our new team!...

Behavior Technician - Milwaukee Area (25/26 School Year)

  • Hales Corners, WI (8 miles from Brookfield, WI)
  • 15 days ago
  • Hales Corners, WI (8 miles from Brookfield, WI)
  • 15 days ago

The Behavior Technician works to facilitate educational andbehavioral services with children and adults with special needs andcollaborates with school professionals and other behavioral...

Behavior Technician - Waukesha Area (25/26 School Year)

  • Waukesha, WI (6 miles from Brookfield, WI)
  • 15 days ago
  • Waukesha, WI (6 miles from Brookfield, WI)
  • 15 days ago

The Behavior Technician works to facilitate educational andbehavioral services with children and adults with special needs andcollaborates with school professionals and other behavioral...

Mental Health Professional Hourly

  • Milwaukee, WI (9 miles from Brookfield, WI)
  • 17 days ago
  • Milwaukee, WI (9 miles from Brookfield, WI)
  • 17 days ago

How you make a difference The Mental Health Professional provides clinical services to individuals under the supervision of the Mental Health Coordinator, Clinical Supervisor or Mental Health Director...

Care Coordinator Reach Youth CCS

  • Milwaukee, WI (9 miles from Brookfield, WI)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Milwaukee, WI (9 miles from Brookfield, WI)
  • 30+ days ago

Your Role: As a Care Coordinator, you\'ll be responsible for coordinating services for youth with mental health and substance use needs and supporting their families....

Demographic Data for Brookfield, WI

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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....
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Salary for Mental Health Technician Jobs in Brookfield, WI

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Highest Education Level

Mental Health Technicians in Brookfield, WI 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 Brookfield, WI
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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