PT Care Coordinator - 7AM-7:30PM and/or 7PM - 7:30AM (Caregivers with Dementia Care experience encouraged to apply)

Job Details: Job Location: 34270 PACIFIC COAST HIGHWAY, SUITE C

• DANA POINT, CA, Position Type: Part Time, Salary Range: $22.00 - $24.50Hourly, Job Shift: Any, Part-Time 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 and/or AM 7:00AM - 7:30PM Variable Schedule: dependent on business needs and employee availability, working at least 2 days (24 hours) per week 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: Competitive hourly compensation | Ongoing training and growth opportunities | Supportive team environment | CA Paid Sick Leave Make a Difference At Alter Behavioral Health, every shift matters. As a Part-Time 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 daily supervision - it’s being a steady, compassionate presence when clients need it most. What You’ll Do 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 Qualifications: What We’re Looking For Compassionate, professional, and dependable Able to remain alert and engaged during a 12-hour morning and/or 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) Preferred Qualifications 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) Minimum Qualifications 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. Must have had driver's license for at least 1 year. Ability to reliably work the assigned morning and/or 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 Physical Requirements 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 Compliance Employment is contingent upon: 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 DISCLAIMER – This posting provides a general overview of the Care Coordinator role at Alter Behavioral Health. It is not a complete or exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, requirements, or conditions of employment. Specific job functions and expectations may be modified at the discretion of the company in accordance with business needs. Alter Behavioral Health complies with all applicable federal, state, and local employment laws, including the California Labor Code, Industrial Welfare Commission (IWC) Wage Order 5, Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), and all laws relating to non-discrimination, equal opportunity employment, disability accommodation, and workplace safety.