Behavioral Health Clinical Technician (Contract, Per-Diem)

Akuadetox; California; On-site; USD 28,413 - 40,467; Part time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Missouri is seeking a Clinical Technician for a contractual, per-diem position. The role involves conducting regular safety checks on patients and requires valid credentials such as RADT, SUDRC, or RAC. Candidates with a high school diploma or bachelor's degree and at least one year of experience in behavioral healthcare are preferred. This position offers approximately 10 hours per week with the potential to transition into full-time based on performance and mutual interest.

Qualifications

• Valid CA Driver's License is required.
• Current Health Screen / Physical is required.
• TB Test Clearance is required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct regular physical checks on all patients within care.

Job description

Description

Position: Clinical Technician

Type: Contractual, Per-Diem

Compensation: $23/hr

Estimated Hours: Approximately 10 hours per week

Employment Growth Opportunity: This role has the potential to transition into a full-time position based on performance, business needs, and mutual interest, subject to further discussion.

Key Responsibilities:

• Safety Checks: Conduct regular physical checks on all patients within care (a.k.a. “rounds”).

Requirements

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)
• Minimum 2 years freedom from chemical dependency (required)
• 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.