Mental Health Technician Jobs in North Providence, RI

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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Mental Health Worker (w/ cna preferred) PT Eves Float

  • Providence, RI (2 miles from North Providence, RI)
  • 9 hours ago
  • Providence, RI (2 miles from North Providence, RI)
  • 9 hours ago

Job Summary: Provides role as patient advocate through his/ /her own role modeling of standards of performance and by communicating and meeting patients needs for service. Assists registered...

Mental Health Worker (w/CNA Preferred) FT Days R2

  • Providence, RI (2 miles from North Providence, RI)
  • 9 hours ago
  • Providence, RI (2 miles from North Providence, RI)
  • 9 hours ago

Job Summary: Provides role as patient advocate through his/ /her own role modeling of standards of performance and by communicating and meeting patients needs for service. Assists registered...

Behavior Technician - Entry Level

  • Attleboro, MA (9 miles from North Providence, RI)
  • 22 hours ago
  • Attleboro, MA (9 miles from North Providence, RI)
  • 22 hours ago

Analysis Discounts to hundreds of retail partners via our Benefit Hub Access to Centrias Employee Assistance Plan with benefits around mental health and counseling Early wage access to employees through...

Registered Behavior Technician - Entry Level

  • Holliston, MA (23 miles from North Providence, RI)
  • 22 hours ago
  • Holliston, MA (23 miles from North Providence, RI)
  • 22 hours ago

Analysis Discounts to hundreds of retail partners via our Benefit Hub Access to Centrias Employee Assistance Plan with benefits around mental health and counseling Early wage access to employees through...

Elementary Behavior Technician

  • Cranston, RI (5 miles from North Providence, RI)
  • 1 day ago
  • Cranston, RI (5 miles from North Providence, RI)
  • 1 day ago

The Behavior Technician works to facilitate educational and behavioral services with children and adults with special needs and collaborates with school professionals and other behavioral...

Registered Behavior Technician

  • Attleboro, MA (9 miles from North Providence, RI)
  • 1 day ago
  • Attleboro, MA (9 miles from North Providence, RI)
  • 1 day ago

Analysis Discounts to hundreds of retail partners via our Benefit Hub Access to Centrias Employee Assistance Plan with benefits around mental health and counseling Early wage access to employees through...

Behavior Technician

  • Holliston, MA (23 miles from North Providence, RI)
  • 1 day ago
  • Holliston, MA (23 miles from North Providence, RI)
  • 1 day ago

Analysis Discounts to hundreds of retail partners via our Benefit Hub Access to Centrias Employee Assistance Plan with benefits around mental health and counseling Early wage access to employees through...

Mental Health Worker - Adolescent residential (per diem)

  • Danielson, CT (22 miles from North Providence, RI)
  • 1 day ago
  • Danielson, CT (22 miles from North Providence, RI)
  • 1 day ago

Job Summary Under the direct supervision of a registered nurse or program director, the Mental Health Worker provides therapeutic interventions for clients and participates as a member of the interdisciplinary...

Peer Recovery Specialist

  • Killingly, CT (21 miles from North Providence, RI)
  • 2 days ago
  • Killingly, CT (21 miles from North Providence, RI)
  • 2 days ago

health, mental health clinician, mental illness, mental health professional, mental illness awareness, mental health counselor, msw, MSW, non-profit, nurse, outpatient services, parent education program...

YCCS Mental Health Tech I/Overnight

  • Walpole, MA (22 miles from North Providence, RI)
  • 2 days ago
  • Walpole, MA (22 miles from North Providence, RI)
  • 2 days ago

The YCCS Program (Youth Community Crisis Stabilization) Program based in Walpole, MA is seeking Mental Health Technician Is....

Registered Behavior Technician (RBT)

  • Franklin, MA (16 miles from North Providence, RI)
  • 3 days ago
  • Franklin, MA (16 miles from North Providence, RI)
  • 3 days ago

Join Our Mission to Transform Lives! 'Empowering Students, Enriching Futures!' Are you a dedicated Registered Behavior Technician ready to make a significant impact? The Stepping Stones Group is...

Behavior Technician (BT)

  • Franklin, MA (16 miles from North Providence, RI)
  • 3 days ago
  • Franklin, MA (16 miles from North Providence, RI)
  • 3 days ago

Make a Difference Every Day - Become a Behavior Technician! Empowering Students, Enriching Futures! Are you passionate about helping students reach their full potential? Do you thrive in an...

Residential Counselor

  • Portsmouth, RI (20 miles from North Providence, RI)
  • 3 days ago
  • Portsmouth, RI (20 miles from North Providence, RI)
  • 3 days ago

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

Residential Counselor - Adult Supports

  • Franklin, MA (16 miles from North Providence, RI)
  • 3 days ago
  • Franklin, MA (16 miles from North Providence, RI)
  • 3 days ago

Company Description The Evergreen Center is a world-class private human services organization that provides living and learning environments for individuals with developmental disabilities...

Residential Counselor 2nd Shift

  • Assonet, MA (19 miles from North Providence, RI)
  • 4 days ago
  • Assonet, MA (19 miles from North Providence, RI)
  • 4 days ago

Join Crystal Springs in Assonet, MA and support young people in theirjourney toward independence and personal growth! We\'re hiring a 2ndShift Children\'s Residential Counselor on a full-time,...

Demographic Data for North Providence, RI

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Salary for Mental Health Technician Jobs in North Providence, RI

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Highest Education Level

Mental Health Technicians in North Providence, RI 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 North Providence, RI
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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