Mental Health Tech - Behavioral Health
- BLS
- CNA certification
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This posting does not state an hourly rate. Behavioral health technicians employed in Montana earn a median of $18.84 an hour (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics), according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (May 2025) (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics).
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About the job
The Mental Health Technician performs selected patient care activities. The Mental Health Technician is a member of the multidisciplinary treatment team and provides support for the patient’s therapeutic treatment plan. Primary responsibilities include observing and recording patient information pertinent to the treatment plan and reporting this information to the Staff Registered Nurse. Must be capable of physically assisting patients, dealing with patient emergencies, and working as a member of a clinical team.
KNOWLEDGE/EXPERIENCE: 1 year experience in behavioral health unit preferred. Knowledge of safety measures.
EDUCATION: High School Diploma or GED preferred.
LICENSE/CERTIFICATION/REGISTRY: CNA preferred; if no certificate at time of hire, must have CNA certification within 1 year of date of hire. Medical terminology and current BLS Certification are required.
From St. Peter's Health's job posting, checked 13 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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About St. Peter's Health
St. Peter's Health is a nonprofit hospital with an emergency department in Helena, MT. Its job board posts jobs for nurses, imaging techs and therapists.
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