Clinical Technician (NOC)
AKUA BEHAVIORAL HEALTH INC·San Diego, California
AKUA BEHAVIORAL HEALTH INC·San Diego, California
Provide direct care and crisis intervention for patients with addiction and mental health disorders. Manage patient intakes, discharges, medication observation, and facilitate therapeutic group sessions.
Health Insurance (Medical, Vision, Dental) PTO (Vacation, Sick) Equity Shares (ESOP) Shift: NOC (10:30pm - 7:00am) 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.).
Take all required notes in the company's electronic medical record system (KIPU).
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.
