Registered Alcohol and Drug Technician

AKUA BEHAVIORAL HEALTH INC • Fair Oaks, CA

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About The Position

Akua Behavioral Health is hiring a Registered Alcohol and Drug Technician to support patients with addiction and mental health disorders at its treatment facility. The role provides direct client care through daily activities, programming, appointments, and crisis intervention. It also contributes to patient safety, admissions and discharges, medication observation, group programming, and clinical documentation.

This is an hourly, full-time, non-exempt position paying $23 per hour. The listed shift is PM, from 2:30 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. Benefits include medical, vision, and dental insurance; vacation and sick time; and equity shares through an employee stock ownership plan (ESOP).

Requirements

• RADT, SUDRC, or RAC credential required; candidates willing to obtain one through a 9-hour online course are encouraged to apply.
• At least two years of freedom from chemical dependency required.
• Valid California driver’s license required.
• Current health screen/physical required.
• TB test clearance required.
• Compassion toward clients and employees in all interactions.
• Strong professional ethics, boundaries, and integrity.
• Positive attitude and emotional composure.
• Values ownership, accountability, and reliability.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma/GED or bachelor’s degree; listed as preferred.
• At least one year of behavioral healthcare experience; listed as preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support patients with addiction and mental health disorders through daily activities, programming, appointments, and crisis intervention.
• Conduct regular physical checks, or rounds, on patients in care.
• Play a leading role in patient intakes and discharges, helping clients feel comfortable and welcome.
• Monitor and document clients’ self-administration of medications in accordance with facility policies and procedures.
• Participate in and facilitate applicable group sessions, such as life skills, art therapy, and outings.
• Complete required notes in the company’s electronic medical record system, KIPU.

Benefits

• Medical, vision, and dental insurance.
• Vacation and sick time (PTO).
• Equity shares through an employee stock ownership plan (ESOP).

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED