AKUA BEHAVIORAL HEALTH INC·Rancho Cordova, California
Provide direct care and support to patients with addiction and mental health disorders in a residential facility. Responsibilities include conducting safety rounds, managing intakes and discharges, monitoring medication, and facilitating group therapy sessions.
Health Insurance (Medical, Vision, Dental) PTO (Vacation, Sick) Equity Shares (ESOP) Available Shift: AM (6:30am - 3:00pm) NOC (10:30pm-7:00am) Program Details: This is a residential, all-women facility specializing in detoxification and substance use disorder (SUD) treatment. The program provides a structured and supportive environment to help clients achieve and maintain sobriety, while also facilitating their transition to outpatient and aftercare services for continued recovery.
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License/Credentials: RADT, SUDRC, or RAC (required) (Candidates with EMT/CMA/CNA who are willing to get their RADT/SUDRC/RAC 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 Company Description: Akua Behavioral Health is California’s leading mental health and substance abuse treatment center. We provide our clients with individualized, compassionate treatment from Master’s and Doctorate level clinicians across various levels of care at fully licensed and accredited facilities throughout Northern and Southern California. To give our clients the best chance at lasting recovery, we pioneered an integrative East-meets-West approach that combines Western evidence-based treatment with holistic Eastern traditions to treat the mind, body, and spirit. Our mission is to create an environment of healing and transformation for each client seeking change.
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.