Senior Mental Health Technician — Patient Care & Skills

Priority Dispatch Corp.; Dothan (AL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

SpectraCare is seeking a Mental Health Technician II for Cottonwood Care Home in Ashford, Alabama. The role supports residents' personal care, daily living skills, and a safe therapeutic environment on a 12-hour Pitman schedule.

The position requires strong interpersonal skills, crisis intervention ability, and compliance with health and safety regulations. Training will prepare you to assist with meals, transportation, documentation, and group activities.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of mental illness and crisis intervention techniques.
• Ability to respond professionally in a crisis.
• Commitment to confidentiality and HIPAA regulations.
• Strong communication skills, both written and oral.
• Ability to document accurately and timely in electronic records.

Responsibilities

• Assist with personal care and daily living skills.
• Prepare meals and snacks per menu and policy.
• Maintain clean and safe living areas and equipment.
• Complete incident reports and progress notes as required.
• Transport clients using system vehicles and adhere to safety protocols.
• Facilitate or assist educational groups on living skills.
• Coordinate with treatment team and document medical and program updates.
• Fulfill duties with professionalism, ethics, and adherence to policy.

Skills

Crisis intervention

Patience

Professional communication

HIPAA knowledge

Documentation accuracy

Team collaboration

Basic living skills teaching

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Computer

Fax machine

Copy machine

Job description

SpectraCare is seeking a Mental Health Technician II for Cottonwood Care Home in Ashford, Alabama. The role supports residents' personal care, daily living skills, and a safe therapeutic environment on a 12-hour Pitman schedule.

The position requires strong interpersonal skills, crisis intervention ability, and compliance with health and safety regulations. Training will prepare you to assist with meals, transportation, documentation, and group activities.