Behavioral Health Technician – Addiction Recovery

Akua Mind Body; Costa Mesa, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 26,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance (Medical, Vision, and

PTO (Vacation, Sick)

Equity Shares (ESOP)

Job summary

Akua Behavioral Health seeks a Clinical Technician to provide direct client care in a California treatment facility. The role supports patients with addiction and mental health challenges through daily activities, programming, and crisis intervention, while adhering to facility policies.

The position requires processing intakes and discharges, supervising medication self-administration, and facilitating group sessions.

Qualifications

• License/Credentials: RADT, SUDRC, or RAC (required).
• Education: HS Diploma / GED or Bachelor’s Degree (preferred).
• Experience: 1+ years in behavioral healthcare (preferred).
• Additional: Valid CA Driver's License (required).
• Health Screen / Physical (required).
• TB Test Clearance (required).

Responsibilities

• Direct Client Care: support patients with addiction and mental health needs through daily activities and programming.
• Safety Checks: conduct regular rounds for all patients in care.
• Intakes & Discharges: lead patient intakes and discharges.
• Medication Observation: monitor and document self-administration of medications.
• Group Facilitation: participate in and facilitate group sessions (life skills, art therapy, outings).
• Documentation: record notes in the EMR (KIPU).

Skills

Compassion

Professional ethics

Emotional composure

Ownership

Education

High School Diploma / GED

Bachelor’s Degree

Job description

Akua Behavioral Health seeks a Clinical Technician to provide direct client care in a California treatment facility. The role supports patients with addiction and mental health challenges through daily activities, programming, and crisis intervention, while adhering to facility policies.

The position requires processing intakes and discharges, supervising medication self-administration, and facilitating group sessions.