Crisis Mental Health Technician II
The Role You'll Play
Youll play a vital role in providing 24/7 care at our Crisis Stabilization Unit (CSU) in Manhattan, KS. You will support individuals experiencing acute mental health crises by ensuring safety, offering de-escalation support, and helping clients engage in stabilization services. Youll also provide crisis line support, assist with admissions, and work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team to ensure timely, compassionate care.
What Youll Do
- Monitor and maintain a safe, therapeutic environment for clients in crisis
- Conduct routine client checks and assist with daily living activities (meals, hygiene, recreational support)
- Support clinical staff with crisis interventions, de-escalation, and safety planning
- Answer crisis line calls with professionalism, empathy, and strong listening skills
- Absorb and assist with crisis admissions and initial stabilization efforts
- Participate in shift change reports, staff meetings, and team huddles
- Accurately complete documentation, safety logs, and incident reports
- Support the Mobile Crisis Team during community-based interventions when needed
- Work collaboratively across departments and with community partners
Why Work With Us
At Pawnee, every role makes a difference. As part of our crisis team, youll be on the frontlines of mental health care, helping people through some of their most challenging moments. If youre looking for a meaningful career where teamwork, compassion, and resilience are valued, this is the place for you. Pawnee Mental Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all applicants will receive equal and equitable consideration without regard to race, religion, color, gender, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, or any other status or condition protected by law. Any applicant who feels they have experienced discrimination via the PMHS hiring process may file a written complaint at this link.