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The Stern Center for Developmental and Behavioral Health
Behavioral Health Technician (BHT)
Career Insights for Mental Health / Psychiatric Technician
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What they do
A Mental Health or Psychiatric Technician cares for patients with mental illnesses. Works under the direction of a physician and works with specialists involved in mental health care, such as psychiatrists and therapists. Monitors patient symptoms and administers medications. Works in a mental health facility or in a hospital or other healthcare facility.
$37,021 / year median in Pennsylvania
+8% projected growth
Job Description
Behavioral Health Technician (BHT) is a person who works directly with a client carrying out the daily interventions designed by a Master's level clinician. The Behavioral Health Technician works in the home, school or community setting-depending on the hours prescribed and where the client needs behavioral support. BHT's collect data on behaviors that are identified in the client's individualized treatment plan while implementing interventions to assess whether the interventions in place are effective for desired behavioral change. Clients range in ages from as young as 2 years old to 21. Clients can have a wide range of mental health diagnoses from ADHD to Autism. Each client is unique requiring individualized treatment plan and treatment approaches.