1520+ annual openings • $39k median salary • 11-13 growth
Mental Health Technician opportunities are expanding across Georgia. Find entry-level MHT positions in hospitals, behavioral health centers, psychiatric facilities, and community mental health organizations throughout Newark metro and beyond. Get trained free with EHIRED, then apply with confidence.
Metropolitan areas (Atlanta pays 12-15% higher than rural), facility type (academic hospitals pay premium), shifts (night/weekend 12-15% differential), certifications (MHTC adds $2,000-$3,000).
Top 10 employers hiring MHTs in Georgia account for 70% of all openings:
Locations: Atlanta
Address: 1440 Clifton Road, Atlanta, GA 30322
Phone: (404) 778-5000
Leading academic health system with extensive psychiatric services. Excellent benefits, research opportunities, advancement.
💡 Academic medical center, research, tuition assistance, premier institution.
Locations: Atlanta
Address: 80 Jesse Hill Jr. Drive, Atlanta, GA 30303
Phone: (404) 616-4252
Public teaching hospital with large psychiatric services. Safety-net mission, diverse populations, union wages.
💡 Safety-net hospital, diverse care, teaching, strong mission.
Locations: Atlanta
Address: 1000 Johnson Ferry Road NE, Atlanta, GA 30342
Phone: (404) 851-8000
Major health system with behavioral health services. Competitive pay, multiple locations, growth.
💡 Multiple locations, growth trajectory, competitive pay.
Locations: Statewide
Address: Two Peachtree Street NW, Atlanta, GA 30303
Phone: (404) 657-2331
State agency with psychiatric hospitals and community services. State benefits, job stability, union wages.
💡 State employment, job stability, pension benefits, excellent healthcare.
Locations: Atlanta and surrounding
Address: 3495 Piedmont Road NE, Atlanta, GA 30305
Phone: (404) 605-2000
Large regional health system with psychiatric services. Competitive pay, growth opportunities.
💡 Regional growth, competitive pay, multiple locations, advancement.
Locations: Atlanta, Multiple locations
Address: 9001 Roosevelt Boulevard, Atlanta, GA 30305
Phone: (404) 784-8000
Health system with behavioral health services. Competitive pay, modern facilities.
💡 Competitive pay, modern facilities, multiple locations.
Locations: Augusta
Address: 1120 Fifteenth Street, Augusta, GA 30901
Phone: (706) 721-0211
Academic medical center with research opportunities.
💡 Academic environment, teaching hospital.
Locations: Atlanta
Address: 760 West Peachtree Street NW, Atlanta, GA 30308
Phone: (404) 616-1000
Major public hospital with psychiatric emergency services.
💡 High volume, diverse populations.
Locations: Savannah
Address: 1915 Eisenhower Drive, Savannah, GA 31406
Phone: (912) 356-2101
State psychiatric facility.
💡 State benefits, job security.
Locations: Lawrenceville
Address: 175 Gwinnett Drive, Lawrenceville, GA 30046
Phone: (678) 209-2452
Community behavioral health center.
💡 Community focus, growth area.
Clear career pathway from entry-level to leadership in Georgia spans 4-5 years:
$33,000-$36,000
Build foundational skills in Newark area facilities. Rotating shifts common. Gain state-specific competencies and establish professional network.
$39,000-$42,000
Independent patient care, crisis intervention expertise, documentation mastery. Many pursue MHTC certification. Eligible for specialized units.
$45,000-$48,000
Unit leadership, staff training, specialized populations. MHTC credential standard. Premium pay for expertise and mentorship.
$51,749-$58,500+
Team management, program development, quality improvement leadership. Bridge to nursing or administrative roles. Maximum direct care earning potential.
EHIRED graduates succeeding at Georgia's top employers and earning $29K-$46K+:
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✓ ["De-escalation & crisis response","Vital signs & patient monitoring","Electronic medical records (EMR)","Patient documentation (DAR format)","Georgia state regulations & compliance","Emotional intelligence & empathy","Teamwork & communication","Stress management & resilience","Adaptability to shift schedules","Patient dignity & confidentiality"]
No state license requirement for MHTs in Georgia. Entry-level candidates can work with high school diploma. MHTC certification increases salary and advancement opportunities significantly. Georgia recognizes reciprocal licenses from other states. • Georgia Department of Behavioral Health & Developmental Disabilities
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1520+ job openings available for trained MHTs throughout Georgia. Complete EHIRED's 6-8 week training program and join top healthcare systems earning $33K-$45K+.
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Common questions from Georgia MHT job seekers:
No, Georgia doesn't require MHTC certification for entry-level MHT positions. Most employers hire candidates with high school diplomas. However, MHTC certification typically adds $2,000-$3,500 to starting salary and significantly improves advancement opportunities.
Standard timeline: Application review (1-2 weeks) → Interview process (1-2 weeks) → Background check and drug screen (1-2 weeks) → Orientation start (1-2 weeks). Total: 4-8 weeks. Newark metro hospitals often expedite for strong candidates.
Most facilities offer day (7am-3pm), evening (3pm-11pm), and night (11pm-7am) shifts. Evening/night shifts include 10-15% differential pay. Weekend rotation is standard, though some positions offer weekday-only after seniority. 12-hour shifts increasingly common.
Yes, EHIRED's AMCA-aligned curriculum meets all Georgia employer requirements. Training covers crisis intervention, de-escalation, documentation, safety protocols, and state regulations. Major health systems regularly hire our graduates.
Use both strategies. Apply directly through major health system career portals for fastest response. Simultaneously use Indeed, LinkedIn, and Healthcare job boards to find smaller facilities. In Georgia, submit 6-10 applications weekly for optimal results.
Arrive for shift, review patient charts, attend shift change briefing
Assist with morning routines, medication rounds, document vitals
Lead group activities, facilitate therapy sessions, monitor patients
Complete documentation, prepare shift handoff, update care plans
Typical MHT shifts in Georgia: Day (7am-3pm), Evening (3pm-11pm), Night (11pm-7am). Most facilities offer rotating or fixed schedules.
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