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SpectraCare Health Systems, Inc.

Mental Health Technician II - Cottonwood Care Home

Pay: $29,120/yr

Posted: 07/06/2026

Location: Ashford, AL (Onsite)

Last Updated: 1 week ago

Hours: Full-Time

Expires: 9/26/2026

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What they do

A Mental Health or Psychiatric Technician cares for patients with mental illnesses. Works under the direction of a physician and works with specialists involved in mental health care, such as psychiatrists and therapists. Monitors patient symptoms and administers medications. Works in a mental health facility or in a hospital or other healthcare facility.

$32,158 / year median in Alabama

+16% projected growth

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Job Description

Mental Health Technician II•Cottonwood Care Home 2.7 2.7 out of 5 stars Ashford, AL 36312 $14 an hour SpectraCare Health Systems, Inc. 111 reviews $14 an hour Mental Health Technician II•Cottonwood Care Home This position will be located at our Cottonwood Care Home in Ashford, Alabama 12 HOUR

PITMAN SCHEDULE 7AM-7PM WEEK I

•TUESDAY, WEDNESDAY, SATURDAY, SUNDAY WEEK II•

MONDAY, THURSDAY, FRIDAY Alabama State Retirement Option Available Responsibilities:

Various activities to meet consumer needs including, but not limited to: meal preparation, cleaning of the facility, assisting with daily tasks, etc. Teaching group and individual basic living skills Providing transportation using system vehicle when required by the program Ensure efficient operation of the facility Assisting with medication using the MAC certification under nurse supervision Completing required documentation using an electronic health record system

Requirements:

HS Diploma/GED Good MVR, willing to submit to motor vehicle report check Must meet insurability requirements to drive a system vehicle (21 years of age). Must be willing to submit to a pre-employment background check and drug screen Must obtain CPR and MAC certification upon hire Prefer previous experience providing patient care in a mental health or substance abuse treatment environment

Benefits:

$14 Base Pay Rate Holiday Premiums Available Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alabama Health and Dental Insurance Paid Holidays Paid Time Off•Sick time and annual leave Company paid life insurance AD&D and dependent life insurance