Crisis Care Tech IV: Extended Observation

Behavioral & Mental Care; Dothan (AL); On-site; USD 23,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Life insurance

AD&D and dependent life insurance

Holidays

Job summary

SpectraCare in Dothan, Alabama seeks a Mental Health Technician IV – Crisis (Extended Observation) to support the Crisis Stabilization Unit. You will provide direct care, monitor behavior, assist with daily living tasks, and help with educational groups during awake shifts.

This role requires knowledge of crisis intervention, patience, and accurate documentation. Work involves 12‑hour night shifts on a rotating schedule with a $2.00 shift differential, and may require travel between units as

Qualifications

• Knowledge of mental illness and crisis intervention techniques.
• Ability to work with individuals with serious mental illness.
• Strong communication and documentation skills.
• Ability to maintain safety and adhere to policies.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct care and oversight to individuals in the CSU and related units, monitor behaviors, assist with daily living activities.
• May facilitate educational groups and teach coping skills.
• Orders, properly stores, and maintains appropriate quantity of food for snacks.
• Maintain/assist with cleanliness of the unit.
• Assist with maintaining records per SpectraCare policies and regulatory guidelines.
• Safely operate system vehicles for transport of individuals.
• Assist individuals with basic living skills and learning opportunities.
• Perform duties with high standards of ethics and teamwork.
• Document crises, protective holds, seclusions and restraints as required.
• Participate in shift reports and adapt to unit needs.

Skills

Crisis intervention

Communication

Patience

Documentation

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Adaptability

Knowledge of mental health

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

SpectraCare in Dothan, Alabama seeks a Mental Health Technician IV – Crisis (Extended Observation) to support the Crisis Stabilization Unit. You will provide direct care, monitor behavior, assist with daily living tasks, and help with educational groups during awake shifts.

This role requires knowledge of crisis intervention, patience, and accurate documentation. Work involves 12‑hour night shifts on a rotating schedule with a $2.00 shift differential, and may require travel between units as