Mental Health Technician Jobs in Tennessee

Mental Health Technician jobs in Tennessee are concentrated in psychiatric hospitals, residential treatment centers, and community behavioral health agencies, with consistent demand at entry through senior levels across the state. Nashville, Memphis, and Knoxville account for the largest share of openings, where established employers like Vanderbilt University Medical Center, Acadia Healthcare, and Centerstone maintain ongoing hiring pipelines. Crisis intervention, adolescent behavioral health, and substance use disorder support are the most in-demand specialties across Tennessee's market right now. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles57
Top employerExceptional Living Centers
Top cityNashville, TN
Cities hiring24
Work type71% On-site
Top industryHealthcare

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Family Care Center, PLLC
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
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Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Family Care Center, PLLC
Spring Hill, Tennessee
Healthcare Administration
Mental & Behavioral Health
Social Work & Counseling
$115k - $140k/yr
Doctoral degree
501-1,000

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Methodist Le Bonheur Healthcare
Mental Health Technician |North |Full-Time(Nights)
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Mental Health Technician |North |Full-Time(Nights)
Methodist Le Bonheur Healthcare
Memphis, Tennessee
Healthcare Administration
Maintenance & Repair
Patient Services & Wellbeing
Heartsaver Certification
10,000+

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DSP /Youth Mental Health
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DSP /Youth Mental Health
Turning Point Home Health Inc.
Memphis, Tennessee
Customer Service
CPR Certification

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Child and Adolescent Mental Health Therapist
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Child and Adolescent Mental Health Therapist
Knoxville Mindful Wellness Center, LLC
Knoxville, Tennessee
Allied Health
Community & Nonprofit Services
Human Resources
Social Work & Counseling
$55k - $75k/yr
On-Site
Master's degree

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Restore Life Behavioral health
Mental Health Clinician
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Mental Health Clinician
Restore Life Behavioral health
Cookeville, Tennessee
Clinical Support
Healthcare Administration
Mental & Behavioral Health
$50k - $57k/yr
On-Site
Master's degree in social work
11-50

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Mental Health Technician Jobs by City in Tennessee

Where Tennessee roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Memphis
8 jobs
Johnson City
5 jobs
Columbia
3 jobs
Knoxville
3 jobs
Clarksville
3 jobs
Lebanon
2 jobs
Cookeville
2 jobs
Chattanooga
2 jobs

Mental Health Technician Job Market in Tennessee

A snapshot from current Tennessee openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

Exceptional Living Centers
Exceptional Living Centers3 open roles
Pinewood Springs Mental Health & Wellness
Pinewood Springs Mental Health & Wellness3 open roles
Ballad Health
Ballad Health2 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Healthcare & Medical Services

What Tennessee Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in mental health technician jobs across Tennessee.

  • High school diploma or GED recognized by a Tennessee educational institution
  • CPR and first aid certification current and valid at time of hire
  • Experience or coursework in behavioral health, psychology, or a related field
  • Ability to pass a Tennessee Bureau of Investigation background check
  • Familiarity with de-escalation techniques and crisis intervention procedures
  • Availability for rotating shifts including nights, weekends, and holidays

Mental Health Technician Jobs in Tennessee: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a mental health technician in Tennessee?

Most Tennessee employers require a high school diploma or GED at minimum, though an associate or bachelor's degree in psychology, social work, or human services strengthens your application considerably. Tennessee does not issue a state license specific to mental health technicians, but many employers require or prefer a Certified Psychiatric Technician credential or a Behavioral Health Technician certificate from an accredited program. CPR certification and a clean Tennessee Bureau of Investigation background check are standard prerequisites before starting work.

Which companies hire mental health technicians in Tennessee?

Companies currently hiring mental health technicians in Tennessee include Exceptional Living Centers, Pinewood Springs Mental Health & Wellness, and Ballad Health, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Tennessee's strong presence of large behavioral health systems and nonprofit community agencies means steady, recurring openings rather than one-off postings.

Which Tennessee cities have the most mental health technician jobs?

Nashville, Memphis, and Johnson City lead Tennessee for mental health technician openings. Nashville's concentration of academic medical centers, private psychiatric hospitals, and Acadia Healthcare facilities drives the bulk of postings, while Memphis and Knoxville support large regional behavioral health networks and community mental health centers that generate consistent local hiring.

Are there remote mental health technician jobs in Tennessee?

Yes, but they're rare. Mental health technician work is inherently hands-on, requiring direct patient observation and crisis response in clinical or residential settings. About 29% of mental health technician openings tied to Tennessee are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, and those positions are almost exclusively in care coordination, telehealth support, or administrative roles rather than direct patient care.

How can I get hired as a mental health technician in Tennessee with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is applying to psychiatric technician trainee or behavioral health aide roles at large Tennessee hospital systems like Vanderbilt University Medical Center or community agencies like Centerstone, which run structured on-the-job training for candidates without prior clinical experience. Lateral moves from roles such as direct support professional, residential aide, or certified nursing assistant are common starting points. Completing a short Behavioral Health Technician certificate program and obtaining CPR certification before applying gives candidates a clear advantage.

Where can I find and apply to mental health technician jobs in Tennessee?

You can find and apply to mental health technician jobs in Tennessee on Migrate Mate, which lists current Tennessee openings across psychiatric hospitals, community behavioral health agencies, and residential treatment centers. Find the roles that fit your background and apply directly.

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