Mental Health Technician Jobs in Nebraska

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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Counselor IV

  • Lincoln, NE
  • 1 day ago
  • Lincoln, NE
  • 1 day ago

Provides educational lectures to both clients and their families in areas specific to substance abuse and mental health....

Psychiatric Technician

  • Omaha, NE
  • 1 day ago
  • Omaha, NE
  • 1 day ago

Makes suggestions for improving work conditions to the Mental Health Coordinator or HSA JOB REQUIREMENTS The following requirements list the minimum to qualify....

RN Care Coordinator

  • Omaha, NE
  • 2 days ago
  • Omaha, NE
  • 2 days ago

Overview The RN Care Coordinator is responsible for overseeing the progression of care and discharge planning for identified patients requiring these services. The RN Care Coordinator performs...

Associate Behavior Technician (Located in Fremont, NE)

  • Omaha, NE
  • 5 days ago
  • Omaha, NE
  • 5 days ago

Requisition Number: Staff_13142 Business Unit: Munroe-Meyer Institute Department: MMI ICASD ACT Clinic-Fremont 50000704 Reg-Temp: Full-Time Regular Position Summary: LOCATED IN FREMONT, NE Provide...

Requisition Number: Staff_13753 Business Unit: Munroe-Meyer Institute Department: MMI ICASD ACT Clinic-Fremont 50000704 Reg-Temp: Part-Time Regular Additional Information: Additional Information...

Requisition Number: Staff_13142 Business Unit: Munroe-Meyer Institute Department: MMI ICASD ACT Clinic-Fremont 50000704 Reg-Temp: Full-Time Regular Position Summary: LOCATED IN FREMONT, NE Provide...

Associate Behavior Technician (Located in Fremont, NE; Part-Time)

  • Fremont, NE
  • 6 days ago
  • Fremont, NE
  • 6 days ago

GENERAL REQUISITION INFORMATION EEO Statement: UNMC is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, including an equal opportunity employer of protected veterans and individuals with disabilities....

Associate Behavior Technician

  • Omaha, NE
  • 6 days ago
  • Omaha, NE
  • 6 days ago

GENERAL REQUISITION INFORMATION EEO Statement: UNMC is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, including an equal opportunity employer of protected veterans and individuals with disabilities....

ABA Behavior Technician/RBT - Sign on Bonus

  • Omaha, NE
  • 8 days ago
  • Omaha, NE
  • 8 days ago

Analysis (ABA) and other therapies....

Behavior Technician- YRTC Lincoln

  • Lincoln, NE
  • 9 days ago
  • Lincoln, NE
  • 9 days ago

We provide individualized treatment to high acuity youth, using a Applied Behavioral Analysis model....

Mental Health Technician

  • Lincoln, NE
  • 9 days ago
  • Lincoln, NE
  • 9 days ago

The Mental Health Technician acts as a paraprofessional member of the interdisciplinary treatment team, assisting in the care and treatment of psychiatric and/or chemically dependent patients....

School-Based RBT Omaha, NE Position Type: Full-time, Onsite Schedule: Monday - Friday Overview: A school district in Omaha, NE, is hiring a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) to support students...

Psychiatric Tech

  • Omaha, NE
  • 17 days ago
  • Omaha, NE
  • 17 days ago

Boys Town takes your mental health seriously with no cost mental health visits to an in-network provider....

Requisition Number: Staff_13714 Business Unit: Munroe-Meyer Institute Department: MMI Severe Behavior 50000703 Reg-Temp: Full-Time Regular Additional Information: Additional Information Position...

Requisition Number: Staff_13716 Business Unit: Munroe-Meyer Institute Department: MMI Severe Behavior 50000703 Reg-Temp: Full-Time Regular Additional Information: Additional Information Position...

Demographic Data for Nebraska

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


Local
National
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55,010

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Salary for Mental Health Technician Jobs in Nebraska

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


Highest Education Level

Mental Health Technicians in Nebraska 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 Nebraska
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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