Mental Health Technician IV - Crisis (Floater)

SpectraCare•Dothan, AL

27d•$15•Onsite

About The Position

Provide intermediate skilled direct care and oversight to individuals served in the Crisis Stabilization Unit (CSU) and any associated units. Duties include but not limited to: monitor individual’s behaviors and interactions with others, activities of daily living, facilitating educational groups, teaching individual coping skills, encouraging adherence to treatment requirements, safety observations and other duties as assigned. This position is an “awake” position; therefore, no sleeping is permitted while on duty.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED required.
Valid Driver's license and good MVR.
Pass background check and drug screen as required.
Must meet insurability requirements to drive a system vehicle (21 years of age).

Nice To Haves

At least one year of clinical experience in the provision of direct client care.
At least one year of clinical experience in the provision of client care in a mental health setting

Responsibilities

Provide direct care and oversight to individuals served in the Crisis Stabilization Unit (CSU) and any associated units, temporary observation, mobile crisis teams including but not limited to: monitor individual’s behaviors and interactions with others, activities of daily living, safety observations and other duties as assigned. Prepares snacks and/or meals for individuals as required by facility.
May provide educational group facilitation when appropriate.
Orders, properly stores, and maintains appropriate quantity of food used for snack.
Maintains/ assists with the cleanliness of the unit as required.
Assist with maintaining individual’s records in a professional manner and in accordance with all specified guidelines of SpectraCare Personnel Policy, SpectraCare Clinical Policy, including but not limited to the Alabama Administrative Code, CMS, and all other applicable regulating and contractual entities.
Ability to safely operate system vehicles to include wheelchair/handicap vehicles when transporting individuals.
Responsible for helping individuals with basic living skills/functions and/or learning opportunities.