Freeman Health System·Ranch, California
The Residential Psych Tech provides daily care, supervision, and behavioral support to residents within a cottage-based treatment setting. They are responsible for implementing individualized treatment plans, documenting observations, and assisting with daily routines and hygiene.
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
In California, behavioral-health roles tied to substance use disorder counseling and case management are typically supported by ongoing community and treatment-program demand. These positions are competitive because employers often look for a high school diploma, at least 2 years of SUD counseling or case management experience, and current Registered or Certified Drug and Alcohol Counselor status. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to quickly compare fit and note that professional development and paid continuing education are listed as benefits.
