Mental Health Technician Jobs in Kenosha, WI

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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Psychiatric Technician

  • North Chicago, IL (20 miles from Kenosha, WI)
  • 1 day ago
  • North Chicago, IL (20 miles from Kenosha, WI)
  • 1 day ago

QUALIFICATIONS Psychiatric Technician/ Mental Health Tech Certification 1 year of relevant experience Basic Life Support (BLS) US Citizen NACI background check Compensation$20.10 per hour At Decypher...

Behavior Technician - Milwaukee Area (25/26 School Year)

  • Hales Corners, WI (24 miles from Kenosha, WI)
  • 3 days ago
  • Hales Corners, WI (24 miles from Kenosha, WI)
  • 3 days ago

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

Behavior Technician - Racine Area (25/26 School Year)

  • Racine, WI (7 miles from Kenosha, WI)
  • 3 days ago
  • Racine, WI (7 miles from Kenosha, WI)
  • 3 days ago

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

LTSS Service Care Coordinator

  • North Chicago, IL (20 miles from Kenosha, WI)
  • 8 days ago
  • North Chicago, IL (20 miles from Kenosha, WI)
  • 8 days ago

You could be the one who changes everything for our 28 million members. Centene is transforming the health of our communities, one person at a time. As a diversified, national organization, you'll...

Licensed Mental Health Professional (Every other Saturday coverage)

  • Waukegan, IL (18 miles from Kenosha, WI)
  • 10 days ago
  • Waukegan, IL (18 miles from Kenosha, WI)
  • 10 days ago

Qualifications & Requirements Education Masters degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology or Other Related Mental Health discipline Experience One (1) or more years of experience in a Mental Health...

Licensed Mental Health Professional - Friday Evening Coverage

  • Waukegan, IL (18 miles from Kenosha, WI)
  • 10 days ago
  • Waukegan, IL (18 miles from Kenosha, WI)
  • 10 days ago

Qualifications & Requirements Education Masters degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology or Other Related Mental Health discipline Experience One (1) or more years of experience in a Mental Health...

School Counselor / School Mental Health Worker

  • Gages Lake, IL (23 miles from Kenosha, WI)
  • 13 days ago
  • Gages Lake, IL (23 miles from Kenosha, WI)
  • 13 days ago

The School Counselor/School Mental Health Worker providescounseling to students in need of counseling and/or support with their mentalhealth needs....

Peer Support Specialist - Williams Consent/Waukegan

  • Waukegan, IL (18 miles from Kenosha, WI)
  • 14 days ago
  • Waukegan, IL (18 miles from Kenosha, WI)
  • 14 days ago

Requires one year of direct and personal experience with the mental health system as a primary consumer of services. Requires valid driver's license and insurance....

Counselor II

  • Lake Villa, IL (19 miles from Kenosha, WI)
  • 24 days ago
  • Lake Villa, IL (19 miles from Kenosha, WI)
  • 24 days ago

Gateway Foundation, Inc. is a national non-profit dedicated to helping individuals with substance use and mental health disorders....

Behavior Technician BT Work With Kids

  • Kenosha, WI
  • 30+ days ago
  • Kenosha, WI
  • 30+ days ago

We utilize a results-oriented approach called applied behavior analysis, which involves observing how our clients react to their environment and how they respond to people around them....

Counselor III - Williams Consent/ACT

  • Waukegan, IL (18 miles from Kenosha, WI)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Waukegan, IL (18 miles from Kenosha, WI)
  • 45+ days ago

The Counselor III is a valuable member of our Williams Consent/ACT team who is responsible for evaluating and assessing clients. Plans and implements a treatment plan with clients on assigned...

Mental Health Provider (Psychiatric PA or NP) - Libertyville

  • Libertyville, IL (24 miles from Kenosha, WI)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Libertyville, IL (24 miles from Kenosha, WI)
  • 45+ days ago

Geode Health is a rapidly growing, national provider of outpatient mental health services. Our Mission is to "Transform mental health by making it more accessible, affordable and effective"....

Counselor I

  • Lake Villa, IL (19 miles from Kenosha, WI)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Lake Villa, IL (19 miles from Kenosha, WI)
  • 45+ days ago

Gateway Foundation, Inc. is a national non-profit dedicated to helping individuals with substance use and mental health disorders....

Behavioral Health Consultant (43070)

  • Waukegan, IL (18 miles from Kenosha, WI)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Waukegan, IL (18 miles from Kenosha, WI)
  • 60+ days ago

In addition, the BHC will maintain a case load, providing individualized mental health assessments, treatment, and counseling, as appropriate....

Care Coordinator (Remote) - Care Coordination & Support Organization

  • Waukegan, IL (18 miles from Kenosha, WI)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Waukegan, IL (18 miles from Kenosha, WI)
  • 60+ days ago

health setting; A minimum of a high school diploma or GED and 5 years documented clinical experience in mental health or human services; An individual who has completed a behavioral health technician...

Remote Work

Demographic Data for Kenosha, WI

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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 in Social Work
Deepen your understanding of mental health in social work through a focus on history and treatment, within a culturally-grounded and trauma-informed approach to mental health and client recovery....

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Salary for Mental Health Technician Jobs in Kenosha, WI

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Highest Education Level

Mental Health Technicians in Kenosha, WI 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 Kenosha, WI
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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