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Mental Health Technicians provide direct patient care in psychiatric and behavioral health settings. You'll work alongside psychiatrists, nurses, and counselors to support patient recovery.
Monitor patients, conduct safety checks, de-escalate crisis situations, and maintain secure environments.
Assist with daily living activities, facilitate group sessions, and support therapeutic activities.
Record behavioral observations, track treatment progress, and communicate with clinical teams.
Mental Health Technicians serve diverse populations facing behavioral health challenges across Alabama.
Alabama had 1,408 drug overdose deaths in 2021, with 70% involving opioids. The state had the highest opioid prescription rate in the nation in 2012. Fentanyl now drives most fatal overdoses.
36% of Alabama adults experience mental health issues. 41% sought treatment for mental health between 2017-2019. Anxiety and depression are the most common conditions statewide.
Alabama received 27,185 child abuse and neglect referrals in 2022. Over 4,500 children are in foster care. 75% of high school students report at least one Adverse Childhood Experience (ACE).
One in four Alabama women experience intimate partner violence. 12 million Americans face domestic violence annually. Alabama Coalition Against Domestic Violence operates shelters statewide.
Mental health technicians are critically needed across Alabama to address growing behavioral health needs.
Current MHT job openings across Alabama healthcare systems and facilities.
Entry-level positions start at 30000, experienced MHTs earn up to 50000.
Projected growth rate for behavioral health positions in Alabama.
Mental Health Technicians work across various behavioral health settings throughout the state.
Bryce Hospital, Taylor Hardin, Mary Starke Harper serving statewide population
Bryce Hospital, Taylor Hardin
Regional centers providing outpatient, crisis, and residential services
AltaPointe, SpectraCare, Wellstone
Acute inpatient care at general hospitals
UAB, Brookwood, EAMC
Short-term crisis intervention and stabilization
Regional crisis centers
Longer-term therapeutic residential programs
Youth and adult RTCs
Federal veteran services at Birmingham and Central Alabama
Birmingham VA, Tuskegee VA
MHT is the entry point to a rewarding career in behavioral health. Advance through education and experience.
High school diploma + training. Entry into behavioral health.
ASN/BSN required. Clinical leadership in behavioral health units.
Master's degree. Prescriptive authority, independent practice.
Alabama offers solid advancement pathways through UAB School of Nursing, Auburn University, and the University of South Alabama nursing programs. The Alabama Department of Mental Health operates three state hospitals with career advancement opportunities. Birmingham has the largest concentration of behavioral health jobs in the state.
These organizations are actively hiring Mental Health Technicians across Alabama.
100 N Union St, Montgomery, AL 36130
(334) 242-3454 • 1,300+
619 19th St S, Birmingham, AL 35249
(205) 934-4011 • 23,000+ system
200 University Blvd, Tuscaloosa, AL 35401
(205) 759-0700 • 500+
1301 Jack Warner Pkwy, Tuscaloosa, AL 35404
(205) 556-7060 • 400+
5750 Southland Dr, Mobile, AL 36693
(251) 450-2211 • 1,200+
2010 Brookwood Medical Center Dr, Birmingham, AL 35209
(205) 877-1000 • 2,500+
Real career journeys from Mental Health Technicians across Alabama.
MHT > Lead Tech > RN Student - Birmingham
"Started at Bryce Hospital after high school. The state benefits let me save money while I gained experience. Now UAB is paying for my nursing degree through their tuition assistance program."
Now in UAB nursing program
Career Changer - Mobile
"Left retail for AltaPointe crisis services. The training was thorough and the work is meaningful. I see the same clients improve over time and it keeps me motivated."
Crisis team lead at AltaPointe
Forensic MHT - Tuscaloosa
"Taylor Hardin is intense but fascinating work. Forensic mental health is different from anything else. The specialized training opens doors you would not find elsewhere."
Senior MHT at Taylor Hardin
Community Mental Health - Huntsville
"Wellstone gave me flexibility with my schedule while I finished my bachelor degree. Now I am applying to PMHNP programs. MHT was the perfect entry point."
Pursuing graduate degree
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Important: Mental Health Technician requirements vary by employer and facility type in Alabama. Some positions may require additional certifications, background checks, or state-specific credentials. Always research specific employer requirements before applying.
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