Mental Health Technician Jobs in Orlando, FL

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 III

  • Lake Mary, FL (15 miles from Orlando, FL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Lake Mary, FL (15 miles from Orlando, FL)
  • 2 days ago

F ull-time Registered Behavior Technician III (RBT) opportunities available at Quest Kids Lake Mary Center. Candidates applying must be available to work Monday - Friday between the hours of 8:00...

Patient Care Coordinator

  • Maitland, FL (5 miles from Orlando, FL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Maitland, FL (5 miles from Orlando, FL)
  • 3 days ago

Health Resources and Support Our promise to you: Joining AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger....

Counselor 3 - Part-time- FL Orlando

  • Orlando, FL
  • 4 days ago
  • Orlando, FL
  • 4 days ago

Through a professional, private office setting and/or teletherapy, these seasoned professionals provide the highest quality of consultation to ecclesiastical leaders, direct counseling services,...

Mental Health Technician (PRN)

  • Orlando, FL
  • 5 days ago
  • Orlando, FL
  • 5 days ago

Website: www.centralfloridabehavioral.com Click here for a Virtual Facility Tour Position Summary The Mental Health Tech provides direct care to children, adolescents and adult patients with psychiatric...

Connected Care Coordinator Register Nurse Home Health

  • Orlando, FL
  • 6 days ago
  • Orlando, FL
  • 6 days ago

Health Resources and Support Our promise to you: Joining AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger....

Student Care Coordinator (TEMP)

  • Orlando, FL
  • 6 days ago
  • Orlando, FL
  • 6 days ago

Dean of Students Office - Student Care Services : The Office of Student Rights and Responsibilities encompasses both Student Care Services and Student Conduct and Academic Integrity. Its mission...

Mental Health Technician - Full Time (Days)

  • Orlando, FL
  • 7 days ago
  • Orlando, FL
  • 7 days ago

Website : www.centralfloridabehavioral.com Click here for a Virtual Facility Tour Position Summary The Mental Health Tech provides direct care to children, adolescents and adult patients with psychiatric...

Registered Behavior Technician I

  • Winter Park, FL (3 miles from Orlando, FL)
  • 9 days ago
  • Winter Park, FL (3 miles from Orlando, FL)
  • 9 days ago

Who are you? You are a recently certified or newer RBT that is looking to work strictly in-center with clients. Why are we different? - We protect our RBTs through scheduling considerations,...

Mental Health Professional

  • Orlando, FL
  • 10 days ago
  • Orlando, FL
  • 10 days ago

The Mental Health Professional provides mental health case management services to patients in a correctional setting and consults with a multi-disciplinary team in providing comprehensive mental health...

Mental Health Technician- Per Diem

  • Maitland, FL (5 miles from Orlando, FL)
  • 10 days ago
  • Maitland, FL (5 miles from Orlando, FL)
  • 10 days ago

Mental Health Technician, Per-diem position The Mental Health Technician (MHT) works directly with patients to assist them succeed in the milieu program and ensure the patient's safety while on the...

Mental Health Technician Fulltime

  • Maitland, FL (5 miles from Orlando, FL)
  • 10 days ago
  • Maitland, FL (5 miles from Orlando, FL)
  • 10 days ago

Mental Health Technician, Full-time position The Mental Health Technician (MHT) works directly with patients to assist them succeed in the milieu program and ensure the patient's safety while on the...

Rehab Care Coordinator (SNF)

  • Winter Garden, FL (12 miles from Orlando, FL)
  • 13 days ago
  • Winter Garden, FL (12 miles from Orlando, FL)
  • 13 days ago

Position Summary Responsible for coordinating and monitoring the assessment and care planning process for residents to ensure quality care is provided and that the facility receives appropriate...

Youth Care Worker II - 2nd Shift

  • Deltona, FL (24 miles from Orlando, FL)
  • 14 days ago
  • Deltona, FL (24 miles from Orlando, FL)
  • 14 days ago

Experience working as a mental health technician, behavior technician or psychiatric aide, preferred Experience in a setting providing respite/short-term care services or therapeutic group care, preferred...

Care Coordinator, Social Worker II - REACH - South Seminole

  • Orlando, FL
  • 15 days ago
  • Orlando, FL
  • 15 days ago

Provides mental health education, information consultation and supporting patient and family needs....

Patient Care Coordinator - Front Desk

  • Orlando, FL
  • 23 days ago
  • Orlando, FL
  • 23 days ago

Temp front desk - **Patient Interaction and Scheduling**: Greet patients warmly, manage patient check-ins and check-outs, schedule and confirm appointments, and handle phone inquiries with professionalism...

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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 History and Treatment
This course will explore the history and treatment of individuals with mental health disorders in the United States. Learners will be introduced to diagnoses, current treatment, and social impacts...
Mental Health Theory and Practice
This course prepares learners to utilize a person-centered approach to mental health assessment and case management. Learners will also be introduced to community-based models of care and working...

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Salary for Mental Health Technician Jobs in Orlando, FL

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireMentalHealth research efforts.


Highest Education Level

Mental Health Technicians in Orlando, FL 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 Orlando, FL
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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