What are the responsibilities and job description for the Clinical Technician position at AKUA BEHAVIORAL HEALTH INC?
Description:
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)
Available Shifts:
- PM - Monday-Friday (12:00pm-8:30pm)
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
Salary : $21 - $23