Mental Health Technician Jobs in Alabaster, AL

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 25-26 School Year Birmingham, AL

  • Birmingham, AL (20 miles from Alabaster, AL)
  • 5 hours ago
  • Birmingham, AL (20 miles from Alabaster, AL)
  • 5 hours ago

Job Opening: School Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) Location: Birmingham, AL School Year: 2025-2026 Position: Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) Start Date: 2025-2026 School Year Job...

Pharmacy Technician - Authorization Patient Care Coordinator - Specialty Infusion - Days University of Alabama, Birmingham

  • Birmingham, AL (20 miles from Alabaster, AL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Birmingham, AL (20 miles from Alabaster, AL)
  • 2 days ago

Experience in retail or infusion pharmacy and direct patient interaction is preferred but not required. Job:Clerical %26 Administrative...

Behavioral Health Tech

  • Birmingham, AL (20 miles from Alabaster, AL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Birmingham, AL (20 miles from Alabaster, AL)
  • 2 days ago

health or substance use disorders....

Mental Health Tech (MHT)- FT

  • Birmingham, AL (20 miles from Alabaster, AL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Birmingham, AL (20 miles from Alabaster, AL)
  • 3 days ago

More information is available on our Benefits Guest Website: benefits.uhsguest.com What do our current Mental Health Technician (MHT) value at Hill Crest & UHS?...

Pharmacy Technician - Authorization Patient Care Coordinator - Specialty Infusion - Days

  • Birmingham, AL (20 miles from Alabaster, AL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Birmingham, AL (20 miles from Alabaster, AL)
  • 3 days ago

Experience in retail or infusion pharmacy and direct patient interaction is preferred but not required....

Registered Behavior Technician

  • Birmingham, AL (20 miles from Alabaster, AL)
  • 6 days ago
  • Birmingham, AL (20 miles from Alabaster, AL)
  • 6 days ago

About the job Registered Behavior Technician Job Title: Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) Reports To: Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) Location: Birmingham, Alabama Employment Type:...

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Social Worker, Care Coordinator

  • Birmingham, AL (20 miles from Alabaster, AL)
  • 9 days ago
  • Birmingham, AL (20 miles from Alabaster, AL)
  • 9 days ago

Social Workers! VIVA HEALTH, ranked one of the nation's Best Places to Work by Modern Healthcare, is currently seeking a SW, Care Coordinator in Birmingham, AL! VIVA HEALTH knows that social work...

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Mental Health Associate -PRN

  • Birmingham, AL (20 miles from Alabaster, AL)
  • 10 days ago
  • Birmingham, AL (20 miles from Alabaster, AL)
  • 10 days ago

Responsibilities Mental Health Associate-PRN Alabama Clinical Schools has been a behavioral healthcare provider in the Birmingham area for over 20 years....

Mental Health Associate -1st shift 7am-3:30pm

  • Birmingham, AL (20 miles from Alabaster, AL)
  • 10 days ago
  • Birmingham, AL (20 miles from Alabaster, AL)
  • 10 days ago

Responsibilities Mental Health Associate Alabama Clinical Schools has been a behavioral healthcare provider in the Birmingham area for over 20 years....

Registered Behavior Technician: Meadowbrook, Alabama

  • Meadowbrook, AL (13 miles from Alabaster, AL)
  • 13 days ago
  • Meadowbrook, AL (13 miles from Alabaster, AL)
  • 13 days ago

Soliant is looking for a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) to join a school district near Meadowbrook, Alabama. If you have a passion for helping students with behavioral needs, wed love to...

Mental Health Tech I Adult Psych Fulltime Nights

  • Alabaster, AL
  • 30+ days ago
  • Alabaster, AL
  • 30+ days ago

Experience 180 days (6 months) experience as Mental Health Technician, Psychology Technician, Psychiatric Technician, Behavioral Health Technician, Registered Behavioral Health Technician, Behavioral...

Mental Health Tech I Fulltime Days

  • Homewood, AL (17 miles from Alabaster, AL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Homewood, AL (17 miles from Alabaster, AL)
  • 30+ days ago

Experience 180 days (6 months) experience as Mental Health Technician, Psychology Technician, Psychiatric Technician, Behavioral Health Technician, Registered Behavioral Health Technician, Behavioral...

Mental Health Tech I Fulltime Nights

  • Homewood, AL (17 miles from Alabaster, AL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Homewood, AL (17 miles from Alabaster, AL)
  • 30+ days ago

Experience 180 days (6 months) experience as Mental Health Technician, Psychology Technician, Psychiatric Technician, Behavioral Health Technician, Registered Behavioral Health Technician, Behavioral...

Registered Behavior Technician

  • Birmingham, AL (20 miles from Alabaster, AL)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Birmingham, AL (20 miles from Alabaster, AL)
  • 45+ days ago

Bachelor#s degree preferred with experience in Behavior Analysis, Psychology, Education, or related field Experience Preferred 2 years# experience working with children diagnosed with developmental...

Mental Health Associate 3rd shift 11pm to 7:30am

  • Birmingham, AL (20 miles from Alabaster, AL)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Birmingham, AL (20 miles from Alabaster, AL)
  • 45+ days ago

Qualifications Bachelors or Associates degree in psychology, social work, education, criminal justice, or other related mental health field preferred, but not required....

Demographic Data for Alabaster, AL

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Mental Health in Construction
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Salary for Mental Health Technician Jobs in Alabaster, AL

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Highest Education Level

Mental Health Technicians in Alabaster, AL offer the following education background
Master's Degree
38.9%
Bachelor's Degree
33.0%
High School or GED
7.2%
Associate's Degree
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 Alabaster, AL
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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