Residential Mental Health Care Assistant

The Ridge RTC; Coeur d'Alene (ID); On-site; USD 30,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

The Ridge RTC, part of Altior's residential treatment network, seeks a Residential Clinical Assistant to support adolescents and young adults on their rehabilitative journey. You will work with Clinical Directors, Therapists, and the treatment team to maintain a safe, structured environment and deliver high-quality care under supervision.

Responsibilities include guiding residents through daily routines, facilitating psychoeducational activities, assisting with intake, and coordinating with

Qualifications

• Experience in behavioral health, residential treatment, or clinical settings preferred.
• Previous experience working with adolescents and/or young adults strongly preferred.
• Passion for the mental and behavioral health field.

Responsibilities

• Guide residents through daily routines, including meals, group activities, group therapy, and individual therapy sessions.
• Promote and maintain a safe, secure, and structured environment that supports effective treatment delivery.
• Assist with welcoming and intaking new residents, ensuring comfort, safety, and support during their transition into treatment.
• Develop and/or facilitate psychoeducational groups focused on skill-building and recovery support.
• Communicate effectively with on-site staff regarding resident care, progress, and updates, including Clinical Directors, Therapists, Nursing, and Program Leadership.
• Utilize crisis intervention and de-escalation techniques when necessary and appropriate.
• Monitor resident sharps and valuables, ensuring proper labeling, handling, and reporting of safety concerns.
• Provide CPR, wound care, and medication assistance as needed under the direction of licensed clinical or nursing staff.

Skills

Behavioral health

Residential treatment

Adolescents care

Job description

The Ridge RTC, part of Altior's residential treatment network, seeks a Residential Clinical Assistant to support adolescents and young adults on their rehabilitative journey. You will work with Clinical Directors, Therapists, and the treatment team to maintain a safe, structured environment and deliver high-quality care under supervision.

Responsibilities include guiding residents through daily routines, facilitating psychoeducational activities, assisting with intake, and coordinating with