1520+ annual openings • $39k median salary • 11-13 growth
Mental Health Technician opportunities are expanding across Colorado. 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 (Denver, Boulder pay 12-15% higher than rural), facility type (university hospitals pay premium), shifts (night/weekend 12-15% differential), certifications (MHTC adds $2,000-$3,000).
Top 10 employers hiring MHTs in Colorado account for 70% of all openings:
Locations: Denver and Colorado Springs
Address: 1665 Aurora Court, Aurora, CO 80010
Phone: (720) 848-0000
Academic health system with cutting-edge psychiatric services. Excellent benefits, tuition assistance, research opportunities.
💡 Academic medical center, tuition assistance, research, advancement.
Locations: Denver
Address: 777 Bannock Street, Denver, CO 80204
Phone: (303) 436-6000
Largest safety-net hospital in Colorado. Strong psychiatric services, mission-driven culture, diverse patients.
💡 Safety-net hospital, mission-driven, diverse populations, union benefits.
Locations: Aurora
Address: 16601 East Alameda Parkway, Aurora, CO 80017
Phone: (720) 873-5000
Large healthcare network with behavioral health across Colorado. Competitive pay, multiple facilities.
💡 Large network, multiple locations, competitive pay, advancement.
Locations: Westminster
Address: 11455 Huron Street, Westminster, CO 80020
Phone: (720) 772-1000
Specialized behavioral health hospital serving Denver metro. Therapeutic focus, treatment specialization.
💡 Specialized facility, therapeutic focus, new modern facility.
Locations: Louisville
Address: 3650 West 28th Street, Louisville, CO 80027
Phone: (303) 665-4600
Behavioral health hospital with beautiful mountain campus setting. Serene environment, specialized care.
💡 Specialized facility, beautiful setting, therapeutic environment, comprehensive care.
Locations: Multiple Denver locations
Address: Multiple Denver locations
Phone: (720) 944-1300
Specialized crisis services across metro Denver. Crisis specialty, direct support, urgent care.
💡 Crisis specialty, urgent care, direct patient support.
Locations: Littleton
Address: Multiple locations South Denver
Phone: (720) 748-5000
Community-focused behavioral health provider. Community care, mission-driven, accessibility.
💡 Community focus, mission-driven, accessibility, multiple locations.
Locations: Boulder
Address: 1155 Alpine Avenue, Boulder, CO 80304
Phone: (303) 440-2273
Community hospital with psychiatric services.
💡 Mountain community, quality care.
Locations: Denver Metro
Address: 2111 Champa Street, Denver, CO 80205
Phone: (303) 293-2217
Mission-driven, innovative housing-first model.
💡 Mission-driven, diverse populations.
Locations: Greeley
Address: 1300 N 17th Ave, Greeley, CO 80631
Phone: (970) 347-2120
Regional behavioral health center.
💡 Community focus, growth opportunities.
Clear career pathway from entry-level to leadership in Colorado 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 Colorado's top employers and earning $31K-$48K+:
Behavioral Health Technician • Denver, Colorado
"EHIRED training prepared me well for Denver's competitive market. UCHealth hired me at $35K—strong starting pay. After completing MHTC in first year, raised to $37.5K. The outdoor culture here is amazing, and healthcare career keeps me engaged."
✓ Now earning $39K and leading new hire training.
Colorado" • Growing up in Boulder, I wanted to stay. EHIRED training gave me professional credentials. Boulder Community Health hired me at $32K. After 2 years and MHTC, earning $40K as a lead tech. Beautiful place to build a career.
"Recently promoted to crisis program coordinator for Boulder region."
✓ Top 5 questions Colorado MHT job seekers ask most:
1520+ job openings available for trained MHTs throughout Colorado. Complete EHIRED's 6-8 week training program and join top healthcare systems earning $33K-$45K+.
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Common questions from Colorado MHT job seekers:
No, Colorado 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 Colorado 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 Colorado, 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 Colorado: Day (7am-3pm), Evening (3pm-11pm), Night (11pm-7am). Most facilities offer rotating or fixed schedules.
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