Overnight Mental Health Technician
About The Position
Overnight Care Coordinator (Mental Health Technician) | Orange County Alter Behavioral Health is an adult mental health treatment provider with a network of upscale inpatient residential facilities in Orange County and San Diego. 12 Hour Shift: NOC 7:00 PM – 7:30 AM 3 / 4 Alternating Schedule: Thursday–Saturday + every other Wednesday Competitive Compensation: $22.50 – $24.50/hour - DOE Location: You will be assigned to one of our Orange County residential facilities located in Dana Point, San Juan Capistrano, Capistrano Beach, or Irvine. Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision insurance with employer contribution | 401(k) with employer match up to 6% after 90 days of employment | Gym membership/wellness reimbursement (up to $50/month) | PTO & CA Paid Sick Leave | Ongoing training and growth opportunities Make a Difference Overnight At Alter Behavioral Health, every shift matters. As an Overnight Care Coordinator (Mental Health Technician), you play a critical role in ensuring the safety, stability, and recovery journey of the clients entrusted to our care. This is more than overnight supervision - it’s being a steady, compassionate presence when clients need it most.
Requirements
- Compassionate, professional, and dependable
- Able to remain alert and engaged during a 12-hour overnight shift
- Calm under pressure with strong situational awareness
- Comfortable interacting with clients in a therapeutic residential setting
- Prior behavioral health or residential experience preferred (training provided)
- High School Diploma required. Bachelor’s Degree preferred.
- At least one (1) year of experience in behavioral health or a related field, such as mental health, substance use treatment, social services, nonprofit work, youth programs, case management, or similar client-facing roles OR One (1) year of coursework or academic focus in Psychology, Social Work, Counseling, Human Development, or a related field demonstrating commitment to behavioral health
- Valid California Driver’s License required
- Ability to reliably work the assigned overnight schedule with consistent attendance and punctuality
- CPR & First Aid certification required (or ability to obtain prior to start)
- Must pass Live Scan fingerprint clearance
- Must be legally authorized to work in the United States
- Frequent walking, standing, bending, and safety rounds
- Ability to remain alert throughout overnight shifts
- Ability to regularly walk up and down stairs in multi-level residential homes
- Ability to lift and carry up to 25 pounds
- Ability to safely intervene during behavioral escalations using trained techniques
- Ability to operate computers and EMR systems
- Successful Live Scan clearance
- Completion of required health/drug screenings, and TB testing
- Compliance with DHCS, Title 22 regulations, Joint Commission standards, HIPAA, and applicable California employment laws
Nice To Haves
- 1+ year experience in behavioral health, SUD, or psychiatric settings
- Overnight healthcare or residential experience
- Knowledge of trauma-informed care practices
- Crisis prevention/intervention certification (CPI, PMAB, HWC, or equivalent)
- EMR experience (Kipu preferred)
Responsibilities
- Client Safety & Monitoring Conduct routine safety checks (every 15/30/60 minutes) in bedrooms and common areas
- Maintain a safe, structured, and respectful environment
- Escort clients to activities, appointments, or outings as needed
- Client Support & Engagement Provide supportive presence and guidance aligned with treatment goals
- Facilitate or assist with group activities as appropriate
- Encourage adherence to program structure and expectations
- Assist with housekeeping duties to maintain a safe and clean environment
- Crisis Intervention Respond calmly and quickly to behavioral or emotional escalations
- Utilize de-escalation techniques and involve clinical staff when appropriate
- Documentation & Communication Observe and document client behaviors and updates in EMR (Kipu)
- Communicate concerns promptly to clinical and nursing staff
- Collaborate with therapists, case managers, nurses, and supervisors
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance with employer contribution
- 401(k) with employer match up to 6% after 90 days of employment
- Gym membership/wellness reimbursement (up to $50/month)
- PTO & CA Paid Sick Leave
- Ongoing training and growth opportunities
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
