Mental Health Technician Jobs in Toms River, NJ

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 (RBT)/ABA Therapist in Toms River, NJ

  • Toms River, NJ
  • 13 hours ago
  • Toms River, NJ
  • 13 hours ago

RBT/BT will need to have experience working with individuals with autism and possess a strong background in applied behavior analysis....

Behavior Technician

  • Brielle, NJ (9 miles from Toms River, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Brielle, NJ (9 miles from Toms River, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

BEST ABA Behavioral Therapy Services is currently accepting applications for part time, in-home behavior technicians. We provide in-home ABA services to children and adolescents on the autism...

Behavior Technician (Part time role)

  • Lakewood, NJ (6 miles from Toms River, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Lakewood, NJ (6 miles from Toms River, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

Behavior Technician (Part time role) Department:Behavior Technician Location:Lakewood, NJ Kickstart a rewarding career in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) by joining our mission to empower children with...

RBT/BT Behavior Technician for In Home ABA Therapy - Freehold, NJ

  • Freehold, NJ (18 miles from Toms River, NJ)
  • 5 days ago
  • Freehold, NJ (18 miles from Toms River, NJ)
  • 5 days ago

Bright Achievements is a Behavioral Health Agency providing home-base Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy services....

Mental Health Worker

  • Toms River, NJ
  • 6 days ago
  • Toms River, NJ
  • 6 days ago

Mental Health WorkerReq #:......

Mental Health Worker - Per Diem, Evenings - Toms River, NJ

  • Toms River, NJ
  • 9 days ago
  • Toms River, NJ
  • 9 days ago

Completed coursework in Behavior Assessment and Intervention preferred Completed coursework in Ethics of either Applied Behavior Analysis or American Psychological Association preferred Experience with...

Mental Health Associate (Per Diem Evening), Long Branch, NJ

  • Long Branch, NJ (23 miles from Toms River, NJ)
  • 10 days ago
  • Long Branch, NJ (23 miles from Toms River, NJ)
  • 10 days ago

Mental Health Associate (Per Diem Evening), Long Branch, NJReq #:......

Mental Health Associate (Per Diem Day), Long Branch, NJ

  • Long Branch, NJ (23 miles from Toms River, NJ)
  • 10 days ago
  • Long Branch, NJ (23 miles from Toms River, NJ)
  • 10 days ago

Mental Health Associate (Per Diem Day), Long Branch, NJReq #:......

Patient Care Technician - Mental Health Psych - Full Time Days

  • Neptune, NJ (16 miles from Toms River, NJ)
  • 10 days ago
  • Neptune, NJ (16 miles from Toms River, NJ)
  • 10 days ago

Overview Our team members are the heart of what makes us better. At Hackensack Meridian Health we help our patients live better, healthier lives and we help one another to succeed. With a culture...

Mental Health Associate, Psych IP-Acute

  • Long Branch, NJ (23 miles from Toms River, NJ)
  • 10 days ago
  • Long Branch, NJ (23 miles from Toms River, NJ)
  • 10 days ago

Job Overview: As a Mental Health Associate, you will function as a care partner with the Registered Nurse to provide nursing care to a diagnostically/developmentally specific patient population....

Care Coordinator (LSW/LCSW or RN) - ED - Full Time

  • Brick, NJ (4 miles from Toms River, NJ)
  • 17 days ago
  • Brick, NJ (4 miles from Toms River, NJ)
  • 17 days ago

Mental health services r. Homelessness placement s. Substance abuse placement t. Division of Child Protection and Permanency u....

Mental Health Associate

  • Toms River, NJ
  • 17 days ago
  • Toms River, NJ
  • 17 days ago

Qualifications : Required : Baccalaureate degree in psychology or related field, minimum of 5 years' recent behavioral health experience, or completion of AIMS Mental Health Technician training certificate...

Registered Behavior Technician (RBT)-FT or PT

  • Brick, NJ (4 miles from Toms River, NJ)
  • 17 days ago
  • Brick, NJ (4 miles from Toms River, NJ)
  • 17 days ago

Registered Behavior Technician (RBT)-FT or PT On-siteClinical Supports and ServicesPart time Brick Township, New Jersey, United States Description The Arc, Ocean County Chapter is looking for a...

Residential Counselor - I/DD

  • Long Branch, NJ (23 miles from Toms River, NJ)
  • 17 days ago
  • Long Branch, NJ (23 miles from Toms River, NJ)
  • 17 days ago

SERV, a well-established leader in behavioral healthcare in New Jersey, supports people with mental illness and/or intellectual/developmental disabilities as they achieve greater independence and...

Residential Counselor - Youth I/DD

  • Toms River, NJ
  • 17 days ago
  • Toms River, NJ
  • 17 days ago

SERV, a well-established leader in behavioral healthcare in New Jersey, supports people with mental illness and/or intellectual/developmental disabilities as they achieve greater independence and...

Demographic Data for Toms River, NJ

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Salary for Mental Health Technician Jobs in Toms River, NJ

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Highest Education Level

Mental Health Technicians in Toms River, NJ 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 Toms River, NJ
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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