Clinical Technician (Per Diem)

Akuadetox; Costa Mesa (CA); On-site; USD 28,413 - 40,467; Part time

Job summary

Akuadetox is seeking a Clinical Technician in Costa Mesa, California. This contractual per-diem role offers around 10 hours of work per week at $25/hr, with opportunities to transition to full-time based on performance.

The incumbent will be responsible for conducting patient safety checks and must possess relevant licenses, healthcare experience, and a valid driver's license. Join our compassionate team focused on healing and transformation for clients in need.

Qualifications

• RADT, SUDRC, or RAC license required; RADT/SUDRC/RAC candidates are encouraged.
• 1+ years of behavioral healthcare experience preferred.
• Valid CA Driver's License required.
• Current Health Screen / Physical required.
• TB Test Clearance required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct regular safety checks on all patients within care.

Skills

Compassion for clients

Professional ethics

Emotional composure

Education

High School Diploma / GED or Bachelor’s Degree

Job description

Description

Position: Clinical Technician

Type: Contractual, Per-Diem

Compensation: $25/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)
• 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.