Mental Health Technician Jobs in Westbrook, ME

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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Therapeutic Counselor (LCPC)

  • Standish, ME (11 miles from Westbrook, ME)
  • 1 day ago
  • Standish, ME (11 miles from Westbrook, ME)
  • 1 day ago

NeuroRestorative, a part of the Sevita family, provides rehabilitation services for people of all ages with brain, spinal cord and medically complex injuries, illnesses and other challenges. In a...

Mental Health Rehab Technician MHRT

  • Windham, ME (7 miles from Westbrook, ME)
  • 2 days ago
  • Windham, ME (7 miles from Westbrook, ME)
  • 2 days ago

The Role: As a Mental Health Rehabilitation Technician (MHRT), you will provide support to adults with persistent mental health challenges within a residential setting....

School Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) - Maine (ME)

  • Kennebunk, ME (23 miles from Westbrook, ME)
  • 3 days ago
  • Kennebunk, ME (23 miles from Westbrook, ME)
  • 3 days ago

Qualifications: Valid RBT certification Solid understanding and practical application of applied behavior analysis (ABA) principles....

Direct Care Worker (Youth) - Per Diem

  • Westbrook, ME
  • 6 days ago
  • Westbrook, ME
  • 6 days ago

Come join our Spurwink Team and become one of the LEADERS in the state working with children that have a diagnosis of Intellectual Disabilities and/or Autism. You will receive specialized training...

Direct Care Worker (Youth)

  • Westbrook, ME
  • 6 days ago
  • Westbrook, ME
  • 6 days ago

Come join our Spurwink Team and become one of the LEADERS in the state working with children that have a diagnosis of Intellectual Disabilities and/or Autism. You will receive specialized training...

Children's BHH Care Coordinator/Case Manager

  • Biddeford, ME (15 miles from Westbrook, ME)
  • 6 days ago
  • Biddeford, ME (15 miles from Westbrook, ME)
  • 6 days ago

$2,500 Sign-On Bonus!!!! We are looking for a Care Coordinator with strong skills to join our Biddeford BHH team. You will work with the children of families within our catchment area based out of...

Direct Care Worker (Youth) - Part-Time

  • Westbrook, ME
  • 6 days ago
  • Westbrook, ME
  • 6 days ago

Come join our Spurwink Team and become one of the LEADERS in the state working with children that have a diagnosis of Intellectual Disabilities and/or Autism. You will receive specialized training...

City of Portland - Human Services Counselor - Retention

  • Cumberland, ME (8 miles from Westbrook, ME)
  • 8 days ago
  • Cumberland, ME (8 miles from Westbrook, ME)
  • 8 days ago

Experience with housing placement of homeless or at-risk populations, mental health issues, and other barriers to self-sufficiency preferred....

Human Services Counselor - Retention

  • Portland, ME (5 miles from Westbrook, ME)
  • 10 days ago
  • Portland, ME (5 miles from Westbrook, ME)
  • 10 days ago

Experience with housing placement of homeless or at-risk populations, mental health issues, and other barriers to self-sufficiency preferred....

Mental Health Professional Hourly

  • South Portland, ME (5 miles from Westbrook, ME)
  • 16 days ago
  • South Portland, ME (5 miles from Westbrook, ME)
  • 16 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...

Peer Support Specialist - Brunswick

  • Brunswick, ME (23 miles from Westbrook, ME)
  • 22 days ago
  • Brunswick, ME (23 miles from Westbrook, ME)
  • 22 days ago

Additional Skills/Requirements Required: Is receiving or has received services and/or supports related to either significant mental health challenge(s) or a history of substance use and is willing to...

Behavioral Technician - Center of Excellence K - 1

  • Portland, ME (5 miles from Westbrook, ME)
  • 27 days ago
  • Portland, ME (5 miles from Westbrook, ME)
  • 27 days ago

at MaineHealth in Portland, Maine, United States Job Description Description MaineHealth Behavioral Health Req #: 1734 Summary: The Behavioral Technician role is responsible for providing care and...

Psychiatric Technician - Float

  • Westbrook, ME
  • 30+ days ago
  • Westbrook, ME
  • 30+ days ago

at MaineHealth in Westbrook, Maine, United States Job Description Description Spring Harbor Hospital The House Float Techwill be assigned to different departments depending on staffing needs. Set...

Transitional Care Coordinator - Behavioral Health

  • Portland, ME (5 miles from Westbrook, ME)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Portland, ME (5 miles from Westbrook, ME)
  • 30+ days ago

The Behavioral Health Network is dedicated to helping adults and families struggling with a mental health diagnosis and/or substance use disorders....

Adult Behavioral Health Home Coordinator - Earn up

  • Portland, ME (5 miles from Westbrook, ME)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Portland, ME (5 miles from Westbrook, ME)
  • 30+ days ago

This position requires a Mental Health Rehabilitation Certificate (MHRT-C) or MHRT provisional certification. A MHRT-1 does not qualify....

Demographic Data for Westbrook, ME

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Salary for Mental Health Technician Jobs in Westbrook, ME

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Highest Education Level

Mental Health Technicians in Westbrook, ME 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 Westbrook, ME
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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