Mental Health Technician Jobs in Martinsburg, WV

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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Behavioral Technician - Part Time

  • Winchester, VA (23 miles from Martinsburg, WV)
  • 1 day ago
  • Winchester, VA (23 miles from Martinsburg, WV)
  • 1 day ago

Therapeutic Alliance is a licensed provider of Intensive-In-Home(IIH), Mental Health Skill Buidling (MHSS) and Applied Behavioral Analysis (ABA)....

Registered Behavior Technician RBT Needed Hagerstown MD

  • Hagerstown, MD (17 miles from Martinsburg, WV)
  • 1 day ago
  • Hagerstown, MD (17 miles from Martinsburg, WV)
  • 1 day ago

Are you a compassionate and dedicated Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) looking for a rewarding opportunity to support students with behavioral and developmental needs? Soliant Education is...

Behavioral Health Technician

  • Dulles, VA (11 miles from Martinsburg, WV)
  • 2 days ago
  • Dulles, VA (11 miles from Martinsburg, WV)
  • 2 days ago

Job Summary and Qualifications The Mental Health Technician I (MHT) delivers high quality, patient-centered care by performing a variety of delegated basic patient care services related to behavioral...

Behavioral Health Technician (Part Time)

  • Hedgesville, WV (6 miles from Martinsburg, WV)
  • 6 days ago
  • Hedgesville, WV (6 miles from Martinsburg, WV)
  • 6 days ago

A focus on client-focused care establishes our family of brands as respected leaders in addiction treatment, mental health recovery and eating disorder treatment modalities....

Behavior Technician

  • Gerrardstown, WV (10 miles from Martinsburg, WV)
  • 7 days ago
  • Gerrardstown, WV (10 miles from Martinsburg, WV)
  • 7 days ago

Our Company SpringHealth Behavioral Health and Integrated Care Overview SCHEDULE: Saturdays 10a-3p Our therapy team executes customized treatment plans that deliver real results and exceed...

Behavioral Health Technician Earn extra income

  • Middletown, MD (21 miles from Martinsburg, WV)
  • 14 days ago
  • Middletown, MD (21 miles from Martinsburg, WV)
  • 14 days 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 Unlimited opportunities to make an...

Behavior Technician

  • Winchester, VA (23 miles from Martinsburg, WV)
  • 15 days ago
  • Winchester, VA (23 miles from Martinsburg, WV)
  • 15 days ago

The position will utilize the strategies and principles of Applied Behavioral Analysis (ABA) to manage a caseload of clients and work with their families by providing services in family homes or other...

Mental Health Technician - PRN

  • Berryville, VA (20 miles from Martinsburg, WV)
  • 20 days ago
  • Berryville, VA (20 miles from Martinsburg, WV)
  • 20 days ago

The Mental Health Technician is perhaps the most important individual in the lives of our residents. You are there to mentor them, teach them, engage them and keep them safe....

Licensed Mental Health Professional

  • Winchester, VA (23 miles from Martinsburg, WV)
  • 21 days ago
  • Winchester, VA (23 miles from Martinsburg, WV)
  • 21 days ago

About This Opportunity: CareATC is currently looking for a licensed Mental Health Professional who will work collaboratively with the primary care/interdisciplinary treatment team as a patient advocate...

Mental Health Technician

  • Hagerstown, MD (17 miles from Martinsburg, WV)
  • 22 days ago
  • Hagerstown, MD (17 miles from Martinsburg, WV)
  • 22 days ago

The Mental Health Technician (MHT) (Maryland) works alongside a multi-disciplinary team to provide basic behavioral/mental health monitoring to patients in a correctional setting, including creating...

Mental Health Technician - Overnight

  • Berryville, VA (20 miles from Martinsburg, WV)
  • 26 days ago
  • Berryville, VA (20 miles from Martinsburg, WV)
  • 26 days ago

AVAILABLE SHIFTS Weekdays: 10:30pm- 8:30am and Weekend: 9:30pm-8:30am The Overnight Mental Health Technician is perhaps the most important individual in the lives of our residents....

Registered Nurse Care Coordinator - Full Time First Shift

  • Winchester, VA (23 miles from Martinsburg, WV)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Winchester, VA (23 miles from Martinsburg, WV)
  • 30+ days ago

Department VALLEY PARTNERS LLC - 838376 Worker Sub Type Regular Work Shift First Shift (United States of America) Pay Grade 135 Job Description Collaborates with providers and clinic staff to...

Behavioral Health Technician

  • Winchester, VA (23 miles from Martinsburg, WV)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Winchester, VA (23 miles from Martinsburg, WV)
  • 30+ days ago

Behavioral Health Technician Job Description Position: Behavioral Health Technician Location: Chester, VA 23831 Duration: 13 Weeks Shift: 3 to 1130pm and 11pm to 7:30am weekends and holidays as...

Mental Health Technician

  • Berryville, VA (20 miles from Martinsburg, WV)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Berryville, VA (20 miles from Martinsburg, WV)
  • 30+ days ago

Mental Health Technician Do you want to be a part of the solution for someone who is really struggling?...

Bilingual Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) (Spanish)

  • Hagerstown, MD (17 miles from Martinsburg, WV)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Hagerstown, MD (17 miles from Martinsburg, WV)
  • 45+ days ago

We offer an entirely free and confidential employee assistance program that gives you access to mental health, financial health, legal services, and wellness benefits that can be used for you and your...

Demographic Data for Martinsburg, WV

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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...
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...

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Salary for Mental Health Technician Jobs in Martinsburg, WV

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Highest Education Level

Mental Health Technicians in Martinsburg, WV 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 Martinsburg, WV
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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