Mental Health Technician
About The Position
Make a Difference: Join Us as a Mental Health Technician At Alter Behavioral Health, every shift matters — and every team member plays a role in transforming lives. We’re looking for compassionate Care Coordinators (Mental Health Technicians) who want more than “just a job.” Here, your work directly impacts the safety, comfort, and recovery journey of those entrusted to our care. Why You’ll Love This Role Competitive Pay→ $22-$23 an hour commensurate with experience. Location → You will be assigned to our San Diego facility in La Mesa. 12-Hour Shifts, 3/4 Days a Week → Build a stable, predictable schedule. Work-Life Balance →Enjoy shifts from 7:00 AM to 7:30 PM, scheduled Sunday through Tuesday, and every other Wednesday, allowing for consistent planning. Invest in Your Future → 401(k) Retirement Plan Dollar-for-dollar match up to 6%. Wellness Perks → Gym reimbursement (up to $50/month) + a 401(k) with a dollar-for-dollar match up to 6%. Growth & Training → Learn, grow, and advance with a team that invests in your future. What You’ll Do Ensure Client Safety→ Conduct regular safety checks (every 15 minutes) in all living areas, bedrooms, and common spaces. Escort clients to activities, appointments, and outings as needed. Direct Client Engagement→ Stay present and accessible throughout the shift. Offer support, guidance, and encouragement in line with treatment goals. Crisis Support→ Intervene quickly and compassionately during moments of distress, using de-escalation techniques and involving clinical staff when appropriate. Monitor & Document→ Observe client behavior and mood, recording updates in the electronic medical record (EMR: Kipu). Report concerns to the clinical/nursing team promptly. Uphold Standards→ Enforce program rules and reinforce a safe, respectful environment consistent with ABH’s values. Team Collaboration→ Partner with therapists, case managers, nurses, and supervisors to ensure seamless, high-quality care. Who You Are Compassionate, professional, and reliable — clients can depend on you. Able to stay alert, engaged, and responsive throughout overnight shifts. Skilled in handling stressful situations with calmness and quick thinking. Comfortable facilitating groups and interacting with clients in a professional, supportive manner. Prior mental health, residential care, or healthcare experience is a plus (training provided). Why Alter Behavioral Health? Mission-Driven Work: Be part of a team making a real difference in mental health. Career Stability: Full-time schedules with benefits designed for your future. Employee Well-Being: We understand balance matters—enjoy predictable shifts and supportive leadership. At Alter Behavioral Health, you’ll never feel like “just an employee.” You’ll be part of a mission: creating hope and healing for those on their mental health journey. QualificationsMinimum Qualifications & Requirements High School Diploma required; Bachelor’s Degree preferred. Previous experience in a behavioral health or SUD facility preferred. Crisis experience preferred. Presentation and group facilitation skills, with the ability to speak confidently to groups of clients on mental health, recovery, or wellness topics. Valid California Driver’s License required. Must pass a LiveScan criminal background check as required by licensing authorities. CPR & First Aid Certification required. DISCLAIMER – This posting provides a general overview of the Care Coordinator role at Alter Behavioral Health. It is not a complete or exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, requirements, or conditions of employment. Specific job functions and expectations may be modified at the discretion of the company in accordance with business needs. Alter Behavioral Health complies with all applicable federal, state, and local employment laws, including the California Labor Code, Industrial Welfare Commission (IWC) Wage Order 5, Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), and all laws relating to non-discrimination, equal opportunity employment, disability accommodation, and workplace safety.
Requirements
- High School Diploma required
- Valid California Driver’s License required
- Must pass a LiveScan criminal background check as required by licensing authorities.
- CPR & First Aid Certification required.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor’s Degree preferred.
- Previous experience in a behavioral health or SUD facility preferred.
- Crisis experience preferred.
- Presentation and group facilitation skills, with the ability to speak confidently to groups of clients on mental health, recovery, or wellness topics.
Responsibilities
- Conduct regular safety checks (every 15 minutes) in all living areas, bedrooms, and common spaces.
- Escort clients to activities, appointments, and outings as needed.
- Stay present and accessible throughout the shift.
- Offer support, guidance, and encouragement in line with treatment goals.
- Intervene quickly and compassionately during moments of distress, using de-escalation techniques and involving clinical staff when appropriate.
- Observe client behavior and mood, recording updates in the electronic medical record (EMR: Kipu).
- Report concerns to the clinical/nursing team promptly.
- Enforce program rules and reinforce a safe, respectful environment consistent with ABH’s values.
- Partner with therapists, case managers, nurses, and supervisors to ensure seamless, high-quality care.
Benefits
- 401(k) Retirement Plan Dollar-for-dollar match up to 6%
- Gym reimbursement (up to $50/month)
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
