Mental Health Technicians (Clinical Technician)

Position:

Clinical Technician Type:

Hourly, Full-Time, Non-Exempt Compensation:

$21-$23 hourly

Benefits:

Health Insurance (Medical, Vision, Dental) PTO (Vacation, Sick) Equity Shares (ESOP)

Shift Schedule:

PM (2:30pm - 11:00pm)

Program Description:

The Program is a 14-Bed Crisis Stabilization Mental Health Residential Facility. This program will treat high acuity clients with mental health disorders such as: Bi-Polar, Schizophrenia, Depression, Anxiety, etc. Due to the nature of the clients treated at this program, and the relevant governing body (DSS and DHCS) requirements, candidates with a background of treating mental health clients in a crisis setting are strongly preferred.

Key Responsibilities:

Direct Client Care:

Support patients struggling with addiction and mental health disorders through daily activities and programming, appointments, and crisis intervention.

Safety Checks:

Conduct regular physical checks on all patients within care (a.k.a. "rounds").

Intakes & Discharges:

Play a leading role in patient intakes and discharges from the treatment facility, ensuring all clients feel comfortable and welcome.

Medication Observation:

Monitor and document client self-administration of medications in accordance with the facility's policies and procedures.

Group Facilitation:

Participate in and facilitate applicable group sessions (e.g. life skills, art therapy, outings, etc.).

Documentation:

Take all required notes in the company's electronic medical record system (KIPU).

Qualifications:

License/Credentials:

RADT, SUDRC, or RAC (required); candidates who are willing to get their

RADT/SUDRC/RAC

(9-hour online course) are encouraged to apply

Education:

High School Diploma / GED or Bachelor's Degree (preferred)

Experience:

1+ years of behavioral healthcare experience (preferred)

Additional:

Valid CA Driver's License (required) Current Health Screen / Physical (required) TB Test Clearance (required)

Important Qualities:

Compassion for clients and employees in all interactions Strong professional ethics, boundaries, and integrity Positive attitude and emotional composure Values of ownership, accountability, and reliability

Company Description:

Akua Behavioral Health is California's leading mental health and substance abuse treatment center. We provide our clients with individualized, compassionate treatment from Master's and Doctorate level clinicians across various levels of care at fully licensed and accredited facilities throughout Northern and Southern California. To give our clients the best chance at lasting recovery, we pioneered an integrative East-meets-West approach that combines Western evidence-based treatment with holistic Eastern traditions to treat the mind, body, and spirit. Our mission is to create an environment of healing and transformation for each client seeking change.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$21.00 - $23.00 per hour

Benefits:

Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Application Question(s): How many years of healthcare experience do you have? (i.e. treating patients with mental health and/or substance use disorders)? Do you have one of the following certifications: RADT, SUDRC, or RAC? If you do not currently hold a RADT, SUDRC, or RAC certification, are you willing to obtain one? (This involves completing a 9-hour online course and paying an estimated cost of $100-$200.) Write N/A if you already hold one of these certifications. Do you have valid CA driver's license? Do you have a CPR and First Aid certificate? If No, are you willing to get it? Are open to getting a Live Scan done? Are you comfortable working PM (2:30pm - 11:00pm) or NOC (10:30pm-7:00am) shift?

Work Location:

In person