Milton, New Hampshire, United States On-site

The Ridge RTC is hiring a Lead Mental Health Clinical Assistant

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.

Nice to Have

  • 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.
  • Chef made meals onsite.
  • Professional trainings provided for development; continuing education assistance for clinicians.
  • Supportive clinical supervision and professional development.

Work Arrangement

On-site — California, Idaho, Maine, New Hampshire, Texas

Additional Information

  • Must be able to provide CPR, wound care, and medication assistance under direction of licensed staff.
  • Must utilize crisis intervention and de-escalation techniques when necessary.
  • Chef made meals onsite.
  • Professional trainings provided for development; continuing education assistance for clinicians.
  • Supportive clinical supervision and professional development.
About company
The Ridge RTC

The Ridge RTC provides specialized residential treatment for teens and emerging adults facing mental health, behavioral, and substance use challenges. The program is designed to offer intensive therapy, increased structure, and a supportive environment to help adolescents and young adults overcome emotional and psychological struggles.

Services include treatment for anxiety, depression, trauma, PTSD, bipolar disorder, ADHD, self-harm, substance use disorder, school refusal, and dual diagnosis. The Ridge RTC emphasizes individualized care, utilizing evidence-based therapeutic modalities to address the root causes of distress rather than just managing symptoms.

The organization operates facilities in New Hampshire and Maine, offering structured residential programs for youth ages 12–17 and emerging adults ages 18–20. With partnerships with major insurance providers, The Ridge RTC aims to make comprehensive mental health care accessible to families seeking healing and long-term recovery.

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Posted 20 days ago