Freeman Health System·Ranch, California
The Residential Psych Tech provides day-to-day care and supervision for children/residents and assists in implementing their individualized treatment plans, often dealing with behavioral health issues including addiction and mental health impacts.
Job Description: Summary:
Residential Psych Tech (RPT) is a staff level employee who is a member of the cottage based treatment team and is responsible for providing day-to-day care and supervision of the children/residents and assists in the implementation of the individualized treatment plan of each resident as prescribed.
RPT provides services to individuals impacted by a variety of behavioral health (addiction/substance abuse and mental health) issues, recognizing that the individuals we serve often times have experienced trauma that affects their development and adjustment.
RPT demonstrates a warm and welcoming empathic, hopeful attitude, conveying a philosophy of dual recovery.
RPT will be trained in trauma-informed care and will work to help provide services in an environment that is sensitive and responsive which will prevent victimization, abuse, or trauma as a result of the care received.
RPT reports to the Cottage Supervisor.
• A high school degree or equivalent is required.
Market context
Residential psych tech roles in California are typically in steady demand at treatment and residential care settings that need staff for direct observation, behavior support, and documentation. This role is competitive because employers often look for reliable charting, calm de-escalation skills, and consistency with resident routines, alongside the required high school diploma or equivalent. Before applying, review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to save time, then prepare one example of how you have documented observations or reinforced positive behavior.