Crisis Prevention Technician - Safe Patient Care

Unity Health; Jacksonville (AR); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Unity Health in Jacksonville seeks a Crisis Prevention Technician to maintain a safe, therapeutic environment in psychiatric units. You respond to emergencies, assist care under nursing supervision, and apply de-escalation and crisis intervention techniques.

The role requires strong communication, ability to manage aggressive behavior, and respect for patients; safety sensitive position with rigorous documentation and adherence to regulatory standards.

Qualifications

• High School or GED required; college hours a plus; one year equivalent work experience in psychiatric/addictive disease treatment facility desirable.
• Ability to plan and implement therapeutic activities in a multidisciplinary setting; strong communication skills; rapport-building with patients.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a safe, therapeutic environment in psychiatric units; respond to emergencies; assist patient care under nursing supervision; implement de-escalation and crisis intervention techniques.
• Conduct safety checks, supervise visitation and therapeutic activities, and ensure accurate documentation in compliance with regulatory standards.
• Demonstrate strong communication, manage aggressive behavior, and treat patients with dignity and respect.

Skills

Therapeutic activities

Multidisciplinary team

Communication skills

Rapport with patients

Dignity and respect

Education

High School or GED

Tools

Computer skills

Job description

Unity Health in Jacksonville seeks a Crisis Prevention Technician to maintain a safe, therapeutic environment in psychiatric units. You respond to emergencies, assist care under nursing supervision, and apply de-escalation and crisis intervention techniques.

The role requires strong communication, ability to manage aggressive behavior, and respect for patients; safety sensitive position with rigorous documentation and adherence to regulatory standards.