Clinical Technician (Per Diem)

AKUA BEHAVIORAL HEALTH INC • Fair Oaks, CA

5d • $25

About The Position

Position: Clinical Technician Type: Contractual, Per-Diem Compensation: $25/hr 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).

Requirements

• RADT, SUDRC, or RAC (required); candidates who are willing to get their RADT/SUDRC/RAC (9-hour online course) are encouraged to apply
• Valid CA Driver's License (required)
• Current Health Screen / Physical (required)
• TB Test Clearance (required)
• 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

Nice To Haves

• High School Diploma / GED or Bachelor’s Degree (preferred)
• 1+ years of behavioral healthcare experience (preferred)

Responsibilities

• Support patients struggling with addiction and mental health disorders through daily activities and programming, appointments, and crisis intervention.
• Conduct regular physical checks on all patients within care (a.k.a. “rounds”).
• Play a leading role in patient intakes and discharges from the treatment facility, ensuring all clients feel comfortable and welcome.
• Monitor and document client self-administration of medications in accordance with the facility’s policies and procedures.
• Participate in and facilitate applicable group sessions (e.g. life skills, art therapy, outings, etc.).
• Take all required notes in the company's electronic medical record system (KIPU).

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees