Mental Health Technician Jobs in Ohio

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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Clinical Psychologist (Behavioral Health Consultant)

  • Wright Patterson AFB, OH
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  • Wright Patterson AFB, OH
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Assesses acute mental health and behavioral medicine conditions in beneficiaries who present with such issues....

Residential Counselor

  • Greenville, OH
  • 1 day ago
  • Greenville, OH
  • 1 day ago

Qualifications: High School Diploma required, Bachelor's Degree preferred in social science, criminal justice, mental health or related fields. Experience working with adolescents....

Residential Counselor

  • Akron, OH
  • 1 day ago
  • Akron, OH
  • 1 day ago

CHC Addiction Services is a non-profit social service agency in the Akron area whose mission is to treat, inspire, support and empower individuals and families impacted by the disease of...

Care Coordinator - BHP

  • Mount Vernon, OH
  • 1 day ago
  • Mount Vernon, OH
  • 1 day ago

Ensures progress by monitoring emotional and mental health, recovery process, hygiene, living environment, medications, mental health treatment appointments, treatment plans and other areas related...

Madison County Moderate Care Coordinator

  • London, OH
  • 1 day ago
  • London, OH
  • 1 day ago

OhioRISE Moderate Care Coordinator** Territory: This position will cover Clark, Greene, and Madison counties. This is a community-based position. Travel is required. Home visits are required....

Greene County Moderate Care Coordinator

  • Xenia, OH
  • 1 day ago
  • Xenia, OH
  • 1 day ago

Greene County OhioRISE Moderate Care Coordinator** Territory: Greene County with overlap into Madison and Clark County. This is a community-based position. Travel is required. Home visits are...

Registered Behavior Technician

  • Mount Gilead, OH
  • 1 day ago
  • Mount Gilead, OH
  • 1 day ago

Job Posting: Full-Time RBT in Mt Gilead Ohio Job Summary: We are seeking a compassionate, skilled, and detail-oriented Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) to provide direct behavioral therapy...

Registered Behavior Technician

  • Cleveland, OH
  • 1 day ago
  • Cleveland, OH
  • 1 day ago

In this role, you will implement Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy techniques to support children with autism and related behavioral challenges....

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Registered Behavior Technician

  • Ohio City, OH
  • 2 days ago
  • Ohio City, OH
  • 2 days ago

Position Announcement Registered Behavior Technician Full Time The Hamilton County Educational Service Center has an opening for the position of Registered Behavior Technician for the 2024-2025...

Patient Care Coordinator

  • Cleveland, OH
  • 2 days ago
  • Cleveland, OH
  • 2 days ago

Apply Description Mission Statement: Our mission is to provide high-quality, comprehensive medical and dental care, patient advocacy and related services to people who need them most, regardless...

School Counselor - IDEA Travis College Prep (Immediate Opening)

  • Florida, OH
  • 3 days ago
  • Florida, OH
  • 3 days ago

The role of School Counselor leads the campus family engagement vision, social emotional learning program, and coordination of mental health and counseling supports for all scholars on the campus....

Behavior Technician - Dublin

  • Dublin, OH
  • 3 days ago
  • Dublin, OH
  • 3 days ago

GOALS is founder-run, values-driven Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) company....

Psychiatric Technician, 6 Ridgeway, Full Time, 12 Hour AM, AFSCME

  • Cincinnati, OH
  • 3 days ago
  • Cincinnati, OH
  • 3 days ago

Location: UC Medical Center Department: Psychiatry-6 Ridgeway Hours: Full Time 36 hrs/week Shift: 12 hr Day UC Health is hiring a full time Psych Tech for the 6 Ridgeway Psychiatry for the day...

Psychiatric Technician, 6 Ridgeway, Full Time, 12 Hour Night, AFSCME

  • Cincinnati, OH
  • 4 days ago
  • Cincinnati, OH
  • 4 days ago

Location: UC Medical Center Department: Psychiatry-6 Ridgeway Hours: Full Time 36 hrs/week Shift: 12 hr Night 7pm-7am UC Medical Center is hiring a Full-time psychiatric technician for the night...

Demographic Data for Ohio

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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...
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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 Ohio

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


Highest Education Level

Mental Health Technicians in Ohio offer the following education background
Master's Degree
38.9%
Bachelor's Degree
33.0%
Associate's Degree
7.2%
High School or GED
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 Ohio
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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