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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 Wisconsin.
Wisconsin among top 7 states achieving 35%+ reduction in overdose deaths in 2024. Part of broader Midwest improvement. State harm reduction and treatment expansion showing results.
Wisconsin Suspected Overdose Alerts for Rapid Response (WISOARR) provides near real-time data on suspected overdoses. Enables community actions to save lives through early intervention.
State-funded regional opioid and methamphetamine treatment programs operate across Wisconsin. Grant-funded services ensure access regardless of ability to pay.
While urban areas see improvements, rural Wisconsin counties face acute workforce shortages. Limited treatment access in northern counties creates ongoing disparities.
Mental health technicians are critically needed across Wisconsin to address growing behavioral health needs.
Current MHT job openings across Wisconsin healthcare systems and facilities.
Entry-level positions start at 33000, experienced MHTs earn up to 50000.
Projected growth rate for behavioral health positions in Wisconsin.
Mental Health Technicians work across various behavioral health settings throughout the state.
Inpatient treatment for acute mental illness
State and private psychiatric facilities
Outpatient services and case management
Local mental health centers
Short-term crisis intervention
23-hour observation, crisis residential
Extended care in therapeutic setting
Group homes, halfway houses
Veterans behavioral health services
PTSD treatment, addiction recovery
Mental health services in justice system
Jails, prisons, forensic units
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.
UW-Madison, Marquette, UW-Milwaukee, UW-Oshkosh nursing programs
These organizations are actively hiring Mental Health Technicians across Wisconsin.
Madison, WI
State psychiatric hospital for adults with serious mental illness. Civil and forensic services. Research partnerships with UW-Madison. • 800+
Oshkosh, WI
State psychiatric facility serving northeastern Wisconsin. Adult services including treatment for those found not guilty by reason of mental disease. • 700+
Madison, WI
University of Wisconsin academic health system. Comprehensive behavioral health including outpatient, partial hospitalization, and inpatient services. • 22,000+
Milwaukee, WI
Southeastern Wisconsin academic health network partnered with Medical College of Wisconsin. Behavioral health services across region. • 12,000+
Milwaukee, WI
Major Wisconsin health system (part of Advocate Aurora Health). Aurora Psychiatric Hospital in Wauwatosa. Services statewide. • 35,000+
La Crosse, WI
Western Wisconsin and Minnesota health system. Behavioral health services including crisis intervention and inpatient psychiatry. • 8,000+
Real career journeys from Mental Health Technicians across Wisconsin.
MHT > Charge MHT > RN
""Starting as an MHT gave me the foundation I needed. Now I'm pursuing my BSN.""
Now earning $68K as RN
CNA > MHT > Case Manager
""The crisis intervention skills I learned as an MHT opened new doors.""
MSW program while working
Security > MHT > Program Lead
""Transitioning from security, I found my calling in behavioral health.""
Leading residential program
Retail > MHT > PMHNP Student
""Free MHT training changed my career trajectory completely.""
PMHNP program at state university
Common questions about MHT training in Wisconsin
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Important: Mental Health Technician requirements vary by employer and facility type in Wisconsin. Some positions may require additional certifications, background checks, or state-specific credentials. Always research specific employer requirements before applying.
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