Care Coordinator

Description

Muir Wood is a leading provider of residential behavioral health treatment for adolescents ages 12–17. We operate 17 Joint Commission-accredited programs across California, including locations in Sonoma County, Clovis, and Riverside. Our programs specialize in treating mental health and substance use disorders, offering a safe, structured, and compassionate environment that supports long-term healing for teens and their families. Each campus integrates individualized therapy, family systems work, and accredited education, all grounded in clinical excellence and a deep commitment to whole-family recovery.

As a Care Coordinator, you’ll play a vital role in supporting teens on their path to healing. In this role, you’ll provide guidance, encouragement, and accountability while fostering a safe and supportive environment. Whether you’re supporting a teen in emotional crisis, helping them navigate their daily routines, or ensuring their safety during transitions, every task you take on is an opportunity to make a profound difference. Your attention to detail and compassionate care will help teens rediscover their potential and give families the hope they thought was lost. This is a full-time an onsite position, Sunday - Thursday, from 3pm - 11pm. Pay differential is applied.

Requirements

Responsibilities:

• Be a steady guide: Facilitate and supervise daily routines, including meals, therapeutic activities, and life skills, fostering stability and growth.
• Provide a safe haven: Ensure client safety through regular checks, behavioral monitoring, and timely intervention during moments of crisis. Supervise teens requiring one-on-one attention due to risks such as emotional distress or eating disorders.
• Support healing through connection: Offer compassionate, one-on-one support to teens experiencing emotional challenges, creating a secure environment for them to process and grow.
• Document progress and insights: Maintain accurate records of client activities and progress, ensuring compliance with regulations and contributing valuable insights to the treatment team.
• Be a bridge to new opportunities: Transport clients safely to appointments, activities, and milestones, helping them access the resources they need to thrive. Conduct vehicle inspections to ensure transportation safety.
• Foster independence: Support clients with self-administering medication, ensuring compliance with physician orders and promoting responsibility.
• Welcome every teen with care: Assist with the admission process, helping new clients feel valued, supported, and ready to begin their healing journey.
• Collaborate for change: Work closely with the clinical team, sharing insights and contributing to individualized care plans
  
  

Qualifications

• You have a high school diploma or GED; a degree in psychology, sociology, or counseling is preferred.
• You have a valid driver’s license and meet the requirements for insurance eligibility.
• You’re certified in First Aid and CPR (or can obtain certification upon hire).
• You bring experience—or a passion for learning—about behavioral health, particularly with adolescents.
  
  

Shifts Available

• AM (7:00am - 3:00pm)
• Swing (3:00pm – 11:00pm) (Urgent need with pay shift differentials for evenings and weekends)
• Nocturnal (11:00pm – 7:00am) (Urgent need with pay shift differentials for evenings and weekends)
  
  

Compensation

$21.00 – $24.00/hour, based on education and experience.

Benefits

• Medical/Dental/Vision
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• 401k + Match
• PTO/Sick Pay
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Employee Discount Marketplace
  
  

Attention: All staff positions require an extensive LiveScan background check as a part of the hiring process. Pre-Employment Background Checks Include Licensing, Criminal and Motor Vehicle Reports, etc.

Muir Wood Adolescent & Family Services provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type relating to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.