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.
Mental Health Tech / Client Transportation Golden Coast Rehab La Mesa, CA Job Details Full-time $20 - $23 an hour 2 hours ago Qualifications Spanish Intake HIPAA Adhering to traffic regulations English Outpatient experience High school diploma or GED Driver's License Traffic laws Full Job Description About Golden Coast Rehab Golden Coast Rehab is opening a new outpatient mental health and co-occurring treatment program in La Mesa, California. Our program will provide PHP and IOP services for adults in a structured outpatient setting. We are looking for a full-time Behavioral Health Technician to support client transportation, daily program operations, and client support. This role will include driving clients in the company van from one or two designated pickup locations to the program and back. This is a good fit for someone who is reliable, professional, calm under pressure, and interested in helping build a new behavioral health program from the ground up. We are looking for someone who is self-motivated, organized, and genuinely interested in mental health, recovery, and client support. Position Overview The Behavioral Health Technician will help support the daily flow of the
PHP / IOP
program.
The main responsibilities include:
Picking up and dropping off clients in the company van Supporting clients during program hours Helping with daily operations Assisting with discharge planning and care coordination tasks Communicating client needs or concerns to the clinical team This is not a clinical therapist role, but it is an important client-facing support role. The right person should be dependable, mature, respectful, and comfortable working with adults receiving mental health treatment. This person will work closely with the Program Manager / Clinical Director, therapists, admissions team, and operations leadership. Responsibilities Safely transport clients using the company van Pick up and drop off clients from one or two designated pickup locations Maintain a safe, clean, and professional transportation environment Follow all transportation safety procedures and program policies Maintain a valid driver's license and clean driving record Assist clients with arrival, check-in, and program transitions Support the daily flow of the
PHP / IOP
program Help monitor client attendance and communicate no-shows or late arrivals Communicate client concerns, behavioral issues, or safety concerns to the clinical team Support clients in a calm, respectful, and trauma-informed manner Assist with basic client support during program hours Help maintain a safe, organized, and welcoming program environment Support discharge planning tasks as assigned by clinical leadership Assist with referral coordination, follow-up calls, and resource gathering as needed Help clients understand next steps, schedules, and program expectations Support administrative and operational tasks as needed Assist with preparing group rooms and program materials Help maintain cleanliness and organization of common areas Document transportation, attendance, incidents, and client contacts as required Follow HIPAA and confidentiality requirements at all times Maintain professional boundaries with clients Participate in team meetings and staff check-ins as needed Escalate urgent concerns, safety issues, or unusual client behavior immediately Be flexible and willing to help in a new, growing program Qualifications Valid driver's license required Clean driving record required Comfortable driving a company van Experience in behavioral health, mental health, substance use treatment, social services, case management, residential treatment, PHP, IOP, or healthcare preferred Behavioral Health Technician experience is a plus, but not required for the right person High school diploma or equivalent required Associate's or bachelor's degree in psychology, social work, human services, criminal justice, or related field is a plus CPR / First Aid certification is a plus Strong communication skills Reliable, punctual, and organized Calm and professional under pressure Comfortable working with adults with mental health and co-occurring needs Able to maintain appropriate boundaries with clients Able to follow directions and communicate well with clinical staff Able to work onsite in La Mesa, CA Bilingual English / Spanish is a plus, but not required Driving Requirements Must have a valid driver's license Must have a clean driving record Must be comfortable driving clients in a company van Must follow all traffic laws and company transportation policies Must maintain professionalism and confidentiality during transportation Must be able to arrive on time for morning pickups and afternoon drop-offs Must immediately report any vehicle, safety, client, or transportation concerns to leadership Schedule Full-time position Monday through Friday preferred Daytime availability required Schedule may include morning pickup and afternoon drop-off times Some flexibility may be needed as the program grows Expected start date: August 1 to August 15, 2026 Why Join Golden Coast Rehab Join a brand-new outpatient behavioral health program in La Mesa Help build the culture and daily operations from the beginning Client-facing role with meaningful impact Opportunity to learn about
PHP / IOP
mental health treatment Work closely with clinical and operations leadership Good fit for someone interested in mental health, recovery, healthcare operations, or future clinical work Supportive team environment Opportunity to grow as the program expands How to Apply Please submit your resume. Please include a brief note with: Your driver's license status Your driving experience Any behavioral health, healthcare, or client support experience Your general availability Your preferred start date
