Geriatric Psych MHT
$15.75 - $21.25/hr
Geriatric Psych MHT Mental Health Technician Job Type: Regular-Full time Shift : Third Shift (United States of America)
$15.75 - $21.25/hr
Geriatric Psych MHT Mental Health Technician Job Type: Regular-Full time Shift : Third Shift (United States of America)
$15.75 - $21.25/hr
Geriatric Psych MHT Mental Health Technician Job Type: Regular-Full time Shift : Third Shift (United States of America)
Atlanta, GA · On-site
Geriatric Psychiatrist Opportunity at Emory Clinic Emory University is a leading research university that fosters excellence and attracts world-class talent to innovate today and prepare leaders for ...
Atlanta, GA · On-site
Geriatric Psychiatrist Opportunity at Emory Clinic Emory University is a leading research university that fosters excellence and attracts world-class talent to innovate today and prepare leaders for ...
Prattville, AL · On-site
$15.75 - $21.25/hr
Geriatric Psych MHT Mental Health Technician Job Type: Regular-Full time Shift : Third Shift (United States of America)
Prattville, AL · On-site
$15.75 - $21.25/hr
Geriatric Psych MHT Mental Health Technician Job Type: Regular-Full time Shift : Third Shift (United States of America)
$13 - $17.75/hr
Geriatric Psych MHT Mental Health Technician Job Type: Regular-Full time Shift : First Shift (United States of America)
$13 - $17.75/hr
Geriatric Psych MHT Mental Health Technician Job Type: Regular-Full time Shift : First Shift (United States of America)
Prattville, AL · On-site
$15.75 - $21.25/hr
Geriatric Psych MHT Mental Health Technician Job Type: Regular-Full time Shift : Third Shift (United States of America)
Prattville, AL · On-site
$15.75 - $21.25/hr
Geriatric Psych MHT Mental Health Technician Job Type: Regular-Full time Shift : Third Shift (United States of America)
Prattville, AL · On-site
$15.75 - $21.25/hr
Geriatric Psych MHT Mental Health Technician Job Type: Regular-Full time Shift : First Shift (United States of America)
Prattville, AL · On-site
$15.75 - $21.25/hr
Geriatric Psych MHT Mental Health Technician Job Type: Regular-Full time Shift : First Shift (United States of America)
Prattville, AL · On-site
$15.75 - $21.25/hr
Geriatric Psych MHT Mental Health Technician Job Type: Regular-Full time Shift : Third Shift (United States of America)
Prattville, AL · On-site
$15.75 - $21.25/hr
Geriatric Psych MHT Mental Health Technician Job Type: Regular-Full time Shift : Third Shift (United States of America)
Prattville, AL · On-site
$15.75 - $21.25/hr
Geriatric Psych MHT Mental Health Technician Job Type: Regular-Full time Shift : First Shift (United States of America)
Prattville, AL · On-site
$15.75 - $21.25/hr
Geriatric Psych MHT Mental Health Technician Job Type: Regular-Full time Shift : First Shift (United States of America)
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Westfield, NJ · On-site
$125 - $200/hr
Experience in geriatric psychology, long-term care, or skilled nursing facilities preferred. * Strong clinical assessment and rapport-building skills. ---Preffered but not limited to : Bilingual ...
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Westfield, NJ · On-site
$125 - $200/hr
Experience in geriatric psychology, long-term care, or skilled nursing facilities preferred. * Strong clinical assessment and rapport-building skills. ---Preffered but not limited to : Bilingual ...
Albany, NY · On-site
$350K/yr
... geri-psych while enjoying leadership growth potential just 2 hours from NYC and 45 minutes from ... Dedicated 12-bed geriatric psychiatry unit with APP support anticipated * Psychiatry service ...
Albany, NY · On-site
$350K/yr
... geri-psych while enjoying leadership growth potential just 2 hours from NYC and 45 minutes from ... Dedicated 12-bed geriatric psychiatry unit with APP support anticipated * Psychiatry service ...
Piscataway, NJ · On-site
$125 - $200/hr
Experience in geriatric psychology, long-term care, or skilled nursing facilities preferred. * Strong clinical assessment and rapport-building skills. ---Preffered but not limited to : Bilingual ...
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Piscataway, NJ · On-site
$125 - $200/hr
Experience in geriatric psychology, long-term care, or skilled nursing facilities preferred. * Strong clinical assessment and rapport-building skills. ---Preffered but not limited to : Bilingual ...
Fort Lauderdale, FL · On-site
Psychologist Fort Lauderdale, Florida We re hiring a Psychologist in Fort Lauderdale, Florida who wants autonomy, strong income potential, and meaningful work with veterans and the geriatric ...
Fort Lauderdale, FL · On-site
Psychologist Fort Lauderdale, Florida We re hiring a Psychologist in Fort Lauderdale, Florida who wants autonomy, strong income potential, and meaningful work with veterans and the geriatric ...
Stockton, CA · On-site
This role serves geriatric and medically complex patients facing serious mental illness, cognitive ... Provide psychological services to geriatric, disabled, and medically complex populations * Manage ...
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Stockton, CA · On-site
This role serves geriatric and medically complex patients facing serious mental illness, cognitive ... Provide psychological services to geriatric, disabled, and medically complex populations * Manage ...
Ann Arbor, MI · On-site
$86K - $119K/yr
MI581b - Clinical Psychologist Clinical Psychologist (PsyD) Facility in Ann Arbor seeking a ... geriatric patients at various facilities. Monday- Friday position. No evenings, weekend, or ...
Ann Arbor, MI · On-site
$86K - $119K/yr
MI581b - Clinical Psychologist Clinical Psychologist (PsyD) Facility in Ann Arbor seeking a ... geriatric patients at various facilities. Monday- Friday position. No evenings, weekend, or ...
Ann Arbor, MI · On-site
$86K - $119K/yr
MI581b - Clinical Psychologist Clinical Psychologist (PsyD) Facility in Ann Arbor seeking a ... geriatric patients at various facilities. Monday- Friday position. No evenings, weekend, or ...
Ann Arbor, MI · On-site
$86K - $119K/yr
MI581b - Clinical Psychologist Clinical Psychologist (PsyD) Facility in Ann Arbor seeking a ... geriatric patients at various facilities. Monday- Friday position. No evenings, weekend, or ...
Salem, MA · On-site
$1.9K - $2.7K/wk
*** Geriatric Psych RN Nights & EOW 36hrs. *** 1. Unit Name: Epstein 3 Geriatric Psych Unit. 2. Brief Unit Description: We treat patients with diverse types of mental health issues (anxiety, depression ...
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Salem, MA · On-site
$1.9K - $2.7K/wk
*** Geriatric Psych RN Nights & EOW 36hrs. *** 1. Unit Name: Epstein 3 Geriatric Psych Unit. 2. Brief Unit Description: We treat patients with diverse types of mental health issues (anxiety, depression ...
Plainview, TX · On-site
Freedom Behavioral Hospital, located in Plainview, TX has immediate openings for CNAs/ MHTs and RBTs for our acute geriatric psych unit! We are looking for previous experience with geriatric psych ...
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Plainview, TX · On-site
Freedom Behavioral Hospital, located in Plainview, TX has immediate openings for CNAs/ MHTs and RBTs for our acute geriatric psych unit! We are looking for previous experience with geriatric psych ...
Fort Lauderdale, FL · Hybrid
$145K/yr
Psychologist Fort Lauderdale, Florida We're hiring a Psychologist in Fort Lauderdale, Florida who wants autonomy, strong income potential, and meaningful work with veterans and the geriatric ...
Fort Lauderdale, FL · Hybrid
$145K/yr
Psychologist Fort Lauderdale, Florida We're hiring a Psychologist in Fort Lauderdale, Florida who wants autonomy, strong income potential, and meaningful work with veterans and the geriatric ...
EXPERIENCE Previous Geriatric Psych exp pref; Previous hospital exp pref LICENSURE Current RI License BLS required CPI training within 1 yr of employment SPECIAL SKILLS Previous geriatric psychiatric ...
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EXPERIENCE Previous Geriatric Psych exp pref; Previous hospital exp pref LICENSURE Current RI License BLS required CPI training within 1 yr of employment SPECIAL SKILLS Previous geriatric psychiatric ...
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Saginaw, MI · On-site
$82K - $113K/yr
MI581f - Clinical Psychologist Facility in Saginaw, MI seeking a clinical psychologist to provide psychological services through the comprehensive evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment of geriatric ...
Saginaw, MI · On-site
$82K - $113K/yr
MI581f - Clinical Psychologist Facility in Saginaw, MI seeking a clinical psychologist to provide psychological services through the comprehensive evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment of geriatric ...
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A Geriatric Psychologist specializes in assessing, diagnosing, and treating mental health issues in older adults. They help seniors cope with age-related challenges such as dementia, depression, anxiety, and grief. These psychologists may work in hospitals, nursing homes, private practices, or research settings. Their goal is to enhance the emotional and cognitive well-being of elderly individuals while supporting their families and caregivers.
To thrive as a Geriatric Psychologist, you need a doctoral degree in psychology, state licensure, expertise in geriatric mental health, and strong assessment and intervention skills. Experience with cognitive testing tools, electronic health records (EHRs), and familiarity with geropsychology certifications such as ABPP-Gero are valuable. Compassion, cultural sensitivity, and strong communication skills are essential for effectively supporting older adults and collaborating with families and multidisciplinary teams. These skills ensure accurate diagnoses, effective treatment, and respectful, patient-centered care for an often vulnerable population.
Geriatric Psychologists often encounter the challenge of distinguishing between symptoms of mental health disorders and normal aging processes, which requires careful assessment and specialized knowledge. They may also work with patients experiencing complex medical conditions, cognitive decline, or grief, necessitating a compassionate and adaptive approach. Additionally, collaborating with families and interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans is a key part of the role. Overcoming these challenges can be highly rewarding, as it leads to improved quality of life for older adults and their support networks.

$15.75 - $21.25/hr
Full-time
Re-posted 18 days ago
Baptist Health is the largest healthcare system serving central Alabama, providing comprehensive hospital-based and outpatient services to nearly 60 percent of the residents in Montgomery, Autauga and Elmore counties.
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Summary: The Mental Health Technician shall provide patient care at the direction of the Charge Nurse or Registered Nurse. The Technician shall be responsible to assist patients with activities of daily living, and to assist with admission and discharge procedures. This individual shall lead or serve as co-facilitator for patient groups, as well as to orient new patients to the unit environment. The Technician shall complete safety/location checks of all patients, and other care functions as assigned by the Charge Nurse. This position may have additional duties assigned that are in scope of the role.Primary Location:
Prattville Baptist HospitalJob:
Geriatric Psych MHTMental Health TechnicianJob Type:
Regular-Full timeShift:
Third Shift (United States of America)