Clinical Technician - Behavioral Health & Detox Support

Akuahealth; Rancho Cordova (CA); On-site; USD 46,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

PTO

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Job summary

Akua Behavioral Health operates a residential, all-women detox facility in California, offering comprehensive treatment and transition support to outpatient and aftercare services. The Clinical Technician role focuses on compassionate client care, safety checks, intakes, and medication observation within a licensed program.

The position requires RADT/SUDRC or RAC credentials, a CA Driver's license, and health screenings.

Qualifications

• License/Credentials: RADT, SUDRC, or RAC required.
• EMT/CMA/CNA with RADT/SUDRC/RAC encouraged to apply.
• Education: High School Diploma / GED or Bachelor’s Degree preferred.
• Experience: 1+ years behavioral healthcare experience preferred.
• Additional: Valid CA Driver's License required; Health Screen and TB Test clearance.

Responsibilities

• Direct Client Care: support patients through daily activities and programming, appointments, and crisis intervention.
• Safety Checks: conduct regular rounds and safety assessments.
• 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, etc.).
• Documentation: record notes in the KIPU electronic medical record system.

Skills

Clinical care

Crisis intervention

Documentation

Education

High School Diploma / GED

Bachelor’s Degree (preferred)

Tools

KIPU EMR

Job description

Akua Behavioral Health operates a residential, all-women detox facility in California, offering comprehensive treatment and transition support to outpatient and aftercare services. The Clinical Technician role focuses on compassionate client care, safety checks, intakes, and medication observation within a licensed program.

The position requires RADT/SUDRC or RAC credentials, a CA Driver's license, and health screenings.