Residential Care Technician

Residential Care Technician

Walnut Creek, CA 94598

Overview

Salary Range $23.00 - $29.00 Hourly Position Type Full Time Category Operations

Description

Residential Care Technician (RCT / CNA / Med Tech) employment opportunity. Sierra Health and Wellness use evidence-based methods to accomplish the restoration of families, relationships, and self-worth. By transforming the character, we give life back to the people who have lost it through substance abuse and mental health issues.

Positions available:

- Full-time

Benefits For Full-Time Employees:

• Competitive pay
• 10 days paid vacation
• 5 holidays/ 5 sick days per year
• Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits with NO monthly premium for employee (eligible after 60 days)
• 401K with a company match of up to 3% (eligible after 1 year and 1,000 hours of employment)
• Employer-paid accident & life Insurance (eligible after 60 days)

Duties and Responsibilities:

The Residential Care Technician is responsible for providing high-quality patient care, supporting medical and behavioral needs, and maintaining a safe therapeutic environment. This role oversees client health monitoring, documentation, ADL assistance, transportation, and medication observation.

Essential Functions:

• Provide direct client care that promotes safety, respect, and therapeutic engagement.
• Observe clients' physical and emotional condition and promptly report any concerns to clinical or supervisory staff.
• Assist clients with activities of daily living (ADLs), including mobility, toileting, bathing, and meals, as needed.
• Take and document vital signs, complete wellness checks, and record observations according to program procedures.
• Observe and document client self-administration of medications in accordance with program and regulatory requirements.
• Respond appropriately to behavioral health or medical crises and follow established intervention protocols.
• Prepare and maintain client rooms and common areas to ensure a safe and supportive living environment. Support meal service and ensure dietary needs and restrictions are followed.
• Provide safe transportation for clients to program activities, appointments, and other approved outings.
• Maintain vehicle cleanliness, safety, and readiness for transport.
• Assist with general facility upkeep and environmental services as needed.
• Support the admissions process, including intake support and documenting client belongings and inventories.
• Participate in and help facilitate groups, activities, and treatment programming as directed by clinical staff.

Requirements:

• High school diploma or GED
• Certified in CPR/First Aid (within 30 days of hire)
• Med-tech or CNA Certification (within 30 days of hire)

Preferred education and experience:

• Associates degree in Psychology, or Social Work or other related field or a combination of education and/or two (2) or more years of experience in healthcare or mental health experience.

Qualifications

Competency:

• Strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to interact with clients, staff, regulators, and community partners.
• Proficient ability to read and interpret simple instructions and diagrams.
• Excellent problem-solving skills with the ability to think outside of the box to resolve problems.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to manage sensitive and confidential situations with tact, professionalism and diplomacy.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Proficient with Microsoft Suite or related software.

Supervisory Responsibility:

• This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

Work Environment:

• Primarily indoor environment with occasional outdoor work performed in a residential or outpatient treatment setting.
• May be exposed to individuals experiencing emotional distress or behavioral challenges.
• May work in close proximity to staff and clients.
• Noise level is typically moderate.

Physical Demands:

• Frequent standing, walking, bending, and reaching throughout the day.
• Must be able to lift, carry, and move objects up to 25 pounds regularly, and occasionally up to 40 pounds.
• Must have adequate visual acuity to read labels, and written instructions, and sufficient hearing to communicate effectively in a treatment environment.

Travel Required:

• Moderate travel for outings, pharmacies, between facilities, external trainings or meeting; must be able to drive or otherwise travel between locations during regular work hours.

Required education and experience:

• High school diploma or GED
• Certified in CPR/First Aid (within 30 days of hire)
• Med-tech or CNA Certification (within 30 days of hire)

Preferred education and experience:

• Associates degree in Psychology, or Social Work or other related field or a combination of education and/or two (2) or more years of experience in healthcare or mental health experience.

Work authorization/security clearance requirements:

• Must possess and maintain a valid California Driver's License with a clean driving record.
• Must successfully pass fingerprinting, criminal background check, and any additional clearances required by DHCS, DSS, or funding/regulatory agencies.