Mental Health Technician Jobs in Spartanburg, SC

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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$2.000 Sign On Bonus: Mental Health Technician-Fulltime Nights

  • Greenville, SC (22 miles from Spartanburg, SC)
  • 12 hours ago
  • Greenville, SC (22 miles from Spartanburg, SC)
  • 12 hours ago

The Carolina Center for Behavioral Health is currently looking for a Mental Health Technician to join our team of dedicated professionals....

Behavior Technician (RBT)

  • Greenville, SC (22 miles from Spartanburg, SC)
  • 3 days ago
  • Greenville, SC (22 miles from Spartanburg, SC)
  • 3 days ago

Bright Light, a part of the Sevita family, provides center-based Applied Behavioral Analysis (ABA) services to individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder and related disabilities.Here we believe every...

Mental Health Technician Overnight Shift Full-Time Kansas City, MO

  • Greenville, SC (22 miles from Spartanburg, SC)
  • 5 days ago
  • Greenville, SC (22 miles from Spartanburg, SC)
  • 5 days ago

Tags/Keywords: Mental Health Technician, Behavioral Health Technician, Residential Care Worker, Group Home Support, Evening Shift Jobs, Kansas City, Entry-Level Mental Health Jobs, Mental Health Advocate...

NEW: Registered Behavior Technician near Duncan, SC

  • Duncan, SC (6 miles from Spartanburg, SC)
  • 23 days ago
  • Duncan, SC (6 miles from Spartanburg, SC)
  • 23 days ago

NEW: Registered Behavior Technician near Duncan, SC Duncan, SC 2 days ago CATEGORY Schools - Behavior Specialist JOB TYPE Contract Soliant is currently seeking a compassionate and skilled...

Mental Health Professional (MHP)

  • Spartanburg, SC
  • 45+ days ago
  • Spartanburg, SC
  • 45+ days ago

Qualifications: A graduate degree in Social Work, Mental Health Counseling, or Psychology A current license as a Mental Health Professional in SC (LCP, LISW-CP, LMFT) Bonus points if you've worked in...

Nursing Specialty Tech-Behavioral Health ED FT, Variable

  • Greenville, SC (22 miles from Spartanburg, SC)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Greenville, SC (22 miles from Spartanburg, SC)
  • 90+ days ago

Inspire health. Serve with compassion. Be the difference. Job Summary Assists the Registered Nurse in providing patient care based on the individualized plan of care for a patient. As delegated,...

Mental Health Technician Weekend Overnight Full Benefits + Shift Differential Kansas City, MO

  • Greenville, SC (22 miles from Spartanburg, SC)
  • 26 days ago
  • Greenville, SC (22 miles from Spartanburg, SC)
  • 26 days ago

Mental Health Center Position Type Part time Work Schedule 7:00PM - 7:30AM Hours Per Week 24 Job Description oin Our Team as a Mental Health Technician!...

Mental Health Technician- PRN

  • Greenville, SC (22 miles from Spartanburg, SC)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Greenville, SC (22 miles from Spartanburg, SC)
  • 30+ days ago

Responsibilities The Carolina Center for Behavioral Health is currently looking for a Mental Health Technician to join our team of dedicated professionals....

Nursing Specialty Tech-Behavioral Health - FT, Variable

  • Greenville, SC (22 miles from Spartanburg, SC)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Greenville, SC (22 miles from Spartanburg, SC)
  • 90+ days ago

Inspire health. Serve with compassion. Be the difference. Job Summary Assists the Registered Nurse in providing patient care based on the individualized plan of care for a patient. As delegated,...

Demographic Data for Spartanburg, SC

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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 Theory and Practice
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...
Young People and Mental Health
Mental health problems often develop during the teenage years, with as many as one in five adolescents dealing with these challenges. Therefore, its important that you know how to recognise mental...

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Salary for Mental Health Technician Jobs in Spartanburg, SC

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Highest Education Level

Mental Health Technicians in Spartanburg, SC 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 Spartanburg, SC
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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