Mental Health Technician Jobs in Hawaii

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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behavior technician (RBT)

  • Lihue, HI
  • 2 days ago
  • Lihue, HI
  • 2 days ago

Are you looking for a fun and supportive work environment where you make a difference in the lives of others? Join our team! No experience necessary, we provide training and credentialing....

mental health or addictions care....

Military OneSource Counselor - Licensed in Hawaii

  • Hilo, HI
  • 9 days ago
  • Hilo, HI
  • 9 days ago

Required Qualifications: - Master's Degree in psychology, social work, marriage/family therapy or counseling or related mental health field - Current, valid, unrestricted counseling license/certification...

School-based RBT - Registered Behavior Technician

  • Honolulu, HI
  • 11 days ago
  • Honolulu, HI
  • 11 days ago

Analysis (ABA)....

Military OneSource Counselor - Licensed in Hawaii

  • Honolulu, HI
  • 12 days ago
  • Honolulu, HI
  • 12 days ago

Required Qualifications: Master’s Degree in psychology, social work, marriage/family therapy or counseling or related mental health field Current, valid, unrestricted counseling license/certification...

DVI Counselor/Advocate - Full Time Maui

  • Wailuku, HI
  • 13 days ago
  • Wailuku, HI
  • 13 days ago

Parents And Children Together is a statewide company that works with Hawaii’s children, individuals, and families to create safe and promising futures. Our vision is for Hawaii to be a peaceful,...

Registered Behavior Technician

  • Kapolei, HI
  • 13 days ago
  • Kapolei, HI
  • 13 days ago

care capacity preferred....

Behavior Technician (RBT)

  • Honolulu, HI
  • 13 days ago
  • Honolulu, HI
  • 13 days ago

care capacity preferred....

Licensed Mental Health Professional or LMFT / Maui / Flex Schedule

  • Wailuku, HI
  • 15 days ago
  • Wailuku, HI
  • 15 days ago

Provides information and resources to members with mental health and dual diagnosis disorders. Knowledgeable of KP and community resources....

In-School RBT - Registered Behavior Technician

  • Lahaina, HI
  • 16 days ago
  • Lahaina, HI
  • 16 days ago

Join the Maui Behavior Analysis Team. BAYADA Behavioral Health is a non-profit employer seeking an in-school Registered Behavior Technician (RBT)....

Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) - School

  • Wailuku, HI
  • 20 days ago
  • Wailuku, HI
  • 20 days ago

Travel Job ID 1088489 Posted 97 days ago CLINICAL DOCUMENTATION INTEGRITY - CDS INTERIM DIRECTOR Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) - School JOB DETAILS AMN is excited to announce a partnership...

Provides information and resources to members with mental health and dual diagnosis disorders. Knowledgeable of KP and community resources....

Behavioral Technician I, II - Special Needs Section

  • Honolulu, HI
  • 24 days ago
  • Honolulu, HI
  • 24 days ago

Registered Behavior Technician Requirement: A pplicants must be a Registered Behavior Technician with the Behavior Analyst Certification Board (BACB) or other nationally certified behavior analysis...

Association (APA) approved program in clinical psychology and current State of Hawai'i license as a Psychologist....

School-based Substitute Registered Behavior Technician - RBT

  • Waianae, HI
  • 25 days ago
  • Waianae, HI
  • 25 days ago

Analysis (ABA)....

Demographic Data for Hawaii

Moving to Hawaii? Find some basic demographic data about Hawaii below.


Local
National
1,455,118
32,170

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Salary for Mental Health Technician Jobs in Hawaii

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


Highest Education Level

Mental Health Technicians in Hawaii 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 Hawaii
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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