Mental Health Clinical Assistant
- Pay
- $22 per hour
- Location
- Malibu, CA · On-site
- Job type
- Full-time
- Level
- Mid-level
- Listed
- 31 days ago
Skills & highlights for this role
- crisis intervention
- de-escalation
- medication assistance
- CPR
Also useful
- wound care
Stated benefits & perks
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- 401k match
- Pto
Job Summary
As a Residential Clinical Assistant at Paradigm Treatment Centers and Ridge RTC, you will work closely with Clinical Directors, Therapists, and the multidisciplinary treatment team to support adolescents and young adults throughout their rehabilitative journey. This role plays a vital part in maintaining a safe, structured, and therapeutic residential environment while supporting the delivery of high-quality clinical care.
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.
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.
- Prior experience as a Mental Health Technician, Behavioral Health Technician, Caregiver, or similar role preferred.
- Strong communication, teamwork, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to remain calm, professional, and supportive in high-acuity situations.
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits package: medical, dental, and vision.
- 401k with 4% match.
- Paid Time Off Programs including vacation, holidays, and illness.
For Direct Care roles
- Chef made meals onsite.
- Professional trainings provided for development; continuing education assistance for clinicians.
- Supportive clinical supervision and professional development.
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About Altior Healthcare
Our family of services comprises three distinct mental health treatment programs, including a specialized program for US Veterans. With over 15 unique locations, we manage and support 500+ dedicated employees serving over 300 residential clients daily located across five states: California, Idaho, Maine, New Hampshire, and Texas.
Paradigm Treatment (West Coast) and Ridge RTC (East Coast) partner together under Altior, united by a shared commitment to providing exceptional mental health care. For over a decade, our core clinical and support teams have worked side-by-side, delivering compassionate, evidence-based treatment that changes lives.
As part of the Altior network, you'll find the stability of an established organization with the heart of a close-knit treatment community where every role matters.
Equal opportunity and legal notices
Altior Healthcare is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetics or any other basis forbidden under federal, state, or local law.
From Paradigm Treatment Centers's careers page, first listed on Rolev.ai on October 10, 2026. Rolev.ai is not the employer.
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The Mental Health Clinical Assistant posting at Paradigm Treatment Centers states compensation of $22 per hour. It is listed as a full-time position. Final pay may depend on location, experience, and interview evaluation on Paradigm Treatment Centers's official career site.
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