Care for individuals with mental or emotional conditions or disabilities, following the instructions of physicians or other health practitioners. Monitor patients' physical and emotional well-being and report to medical staff. May participate in rehabilitation and treatment programs, help with personal hygiene, and administer oral or injectable medications.
| Percentile | 10% | 25% | 50% (Median) | 75% | 90% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annual Wage | $24,960 | $28,660 | $35,030 | $44,020 | $59,020 |
| Hourly Wage | $12 | $13.78 | $16.84 | $21.16 | $28.38 |
Care for individuals with mental or emotional conditions or disabilities, following the instructions of physicians or other health practitioners. Monitor patients' physical and emotional well-being and report to medical staff. May participate in rehabilitation and treatment programs, help with personal hygiene, and administer oral or injectable medications.
Behavioral Health Technician, Health Care Technician, Licensed Psychiatric Technician (LPT), Mental Health Assistant (MHA), Mental Health Associate, Mental Health Specialist, Mental Health Technician (MHT), Mental Health Worker, Psychiatric Technician (PT), Residential Aide (RA)
| Location | 2019 Employment | 2029 Employment | Percent change | Annual projected job openings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| United States | 82,800 | 93,800 | 13% | 7,600 |
| School | Program Name | Location | Length / Graduates |
|---|---|---|---|
| Allegany College of Maryland | Psychiatric/Mental Health Services Technician | Cumberland, MD | 2 years: 11 |
| Alvin Community College | Psychiatric/Mental Health Services Technician | Alvin, TX | 2 years: 12 |
| Anne Arundel Community College | Psychiatric/Mental Health Services Technician | Arnold, MD | 2 years: 14 At least one but less than two years: 7 Less than one year: 3 |
| Arkansas State University-Newport | Psychiatric/Mental Health Services Technician | Newport, AR | Less than one year: 0 |
| Asnuntuck Community College | Psychiatric/Mental Health Services Technician | Enfield, CT | 2 years: 10 Less than one year: 13 |
| Atlantic Technical College | Psychiatric/Mental Health Services Technician | Coconut Creek, FL | Less than one year: 11 |
| Baltimore City Community College | Psychiatric/Mental Health Services Technician | Baltimore, MD | 2 years: 0 Less than one year: 0 |
| Barton County Community College | Psychiatric/Mental Health Services Technician | Great Bend, KS | At least one but less than two years: 0 |
| Belmont College | Psychiatric/Mental Health Services Technician | St Clairsville, OH | 2 years: 17 |
| BridgeValley Community & Technical College | Psychiatric/Mental Health Services Technician | South Charleston, WV | 2 years: 0 At least one but less than two years: 0 |
| Job Title | Company | Location | Date Posted | Federal Contractor |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Accounting Technician II | HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | RUSK, Texas | 09/27/2021 | No |
| Autism Behavior Technician - Part Time- 2K Sign on Bonus | Autism Home Support Services | Bartlett, Illinois | 09/27/2021 | No |
| Autism Behavior Technician - Part Time- 2K Sign on Bonus | Autism Home Support Services | Pingree Grove, Illinois | 09/27/2021 | No |
| Autism Behavior Technician - Part Time- 2K Sign on Bonus | Autism Home Support Services | Glen Ellyn, Illinois | 09/27/2021 | No |
| Behavioral Health Specialist | Banner Health | Loveland, Colorado | 09/27/2021 | Yes |
| Behavioral Health Specialist | Banner Health | Scottsdale, Arizona | 09/27/2021 | Yes |
| Behavioral Health Specialist I | HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | RICHMOND, Texas | 09/27/2021 | No |
| BEHAVIORAL HEALTH TECHNICIAN - Days - Maxwell Hall | FLACRA | Clifton Springs, New York | 09/27/2021 | No |
| Inpatient Pharmacy Technician | Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center | New York, New York | 09/27/2021 | Yes |
| Medication Technician | Brookdale Senior Living | Bedford, Texas | 09/27/2021 | Yes |
