The Health Technician I is responsible for screening clients for potential medical and or mental health problems meeting 5150 criteria withdrawal severity referring for definitive medical and or mental health care when appropriate. Provide medical and or mental health care within scope of practice. Monitor and documentwithdrawal symptoms and mental health symptoms. |
PRIMARY ACCOUNTABILITIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
Accountabilities:- Service Delivery
- Team Support
- Quality Assurance
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Responsibilities: Service Delivery:- Perform health screening for all potential clients.
- Monitor vitals medical triage and assess clients needs for sobering.
- Maintain records of clients medication in logbook and EHR system (if applicable.
- Perform appropriate assessment which may include rapid risk intoxication assessment and vitals for every client entering the sobering center.
- Document observations 30 min
- Case notes every 6 hours (in EHR if applicable which includes medications observation case management crisis interventions and discharge
- Create a welcoming environment for participants.
- Perform conflict resolution and de-escalation of hostile client.
- Respond to crises emergencies and other client needs in an appropriate and timely manner.
- Provide Transportation as necessary and when requested.
Team Support:- Work collaboratively as part of the multi-disciplinary team at the Recovery Station.
- Daily monitoring and maintenance of client files (EHR if applicable for errors corrections and updating.
- Participate in daily shift change and report health related concerns and alerts.
- Collaborate with Lead Nurse Coordinator and or LVN to reduce excessive Emergency room visits for medication clearances.
- Support in keeping a clean and safe environment.
Quality Assurance Support:- Daily monitoring and maintenance of client files (EHR if applicable for errors corrections and updating.
- Ensure all completed assessments are placed in file and or scanned and uploaded into the client chart daily.
- Ensure all medication clearances and Emergency Room discharge paperwork is placed in file and orscanned and uploaded daily into the client chart.
- Document all medical concerns and observations in client file (EHR if applicable and give verbal report to Detox staff upon transferring a client to Detox from Sobering if applicable.
Nothing in this job description restricts managements right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job
at any time. |
SUCCESS COMPETENCIES FOR POSITION:- Client Focus - Gains insight into client needsquickly establishes rapport and relationships using evidence based practices provides compassionate and empathic client care to all programparticipants.
- Problem Solving - uses logic and methods to solve difficult problems with effectivesolutions beyond the obvious and doesntstop at the first answer.
- Being Resilient- Rebounds from setbacks faced in a high stress environment. Handles and manages crises effectively. Maintains stability when faced with conflict.
- Interpersonal Communication- delivers effective communication with a wide range of audiences. Addresses miscommunication quickly and appropriately. Conveys information clearly.
FUNCTIONAL/TECHNICAL SKILLS & KNOWLEDGE:
(knowledge and skills required to effectively perform the job
Demonstrated- Strong computer skills data input and monitoring.
- Demonstrated confidence working with EHR systems if applicable.(Welligent
- Safeguard EHR privacy and confidentiality.
- Experience with working with SUD and or MH clients in a residential setting.
- Demonstrated ability to remain emotionally stablewhen faced with hostility or aggression.
- Ability to time manage and prioritize.
- Able to deliver quality care to diverse populations cultures and clients with co-occurring disorders in a supportive manner.
QUALIFICATIONS: (education and work experience- Certified Emergency Medical Technician EMT with the State of California
- Basic academic knowledge and understanding of Substance Use Disorders and Mental Health
- CPR/First Aid certified.
- Must have a CA drivers license and good driving record in good standing
|
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee successfully performing the essential functions of this job (i.e. travel driving lifting etc..Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essentialfunctions. Note: Please use percent time spent in these requirements. Totals do not have to add to 100%.| Standing and Walking: | 50% | | Close Vision and Sitting: | 30% |
| Talking and Hearing: (via phone/in person | 75% | | Lifting (more than 20
lbs: | 10% |
| Travel | 10% | | Other: | |
| Job-related physical abilities: | Job-related behaviors: |
- Must be able to operate a computer keyboard andread computer displays.
| - Ability to maintain a positive attitude in a high stress environment.
- Courteous Friendly while practicing Professional Boundaries.
- Demonstrate eagerness to make a difference (motivated.
- Must be able to walk and sit for periods of time.
|
| - Ability to interface with staff members clients families and other visitors and or professionals.
- Ability to follow and provide written and verbal directions.
- Ability to recognize stress factors and ways to reduce them.
|
- Must be able to physically assist others in their efforts to exit the building in case anemergency
- Must be able to drive a 10-passenger van.
| - Ability to control emotions during times of conflict and high stress
- Ability to work in stressful situations where information is needed in a short period of time.
- Ability to function as a team member and cooperate with other staff andagencies.
- Ability to work with diverse populations cultures and people with co-occurring disorders disabilities and complex trauma.
- Ability to accurately document verbal and written information received
- Ability to maintain a welcoming and positive attitude while working.
- Ability to be flexible to work with organizational and or program changes
- Ability to respond to crises promptly and effectively.
|
Other duties
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.Compensation and Benefits
We are proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package to all full-time and part-time employees over 20 hours per week.
- Generous contributionmedical dental Life and LTD for the employee and 50% for any dependents medical and dental coverage.
- PTO and Holiday pay.
- Retirement benefits after 6 months of service.
- Training and CEU opportunities.
Salary:$25.00 an hourdepending on experience and qualifications. Available for a full-time position.
And of course the opportunity to meaningfully contribute to a team of mindful caring and passionate people at work every day!
Horizon Services Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Required Experience:
Junior IC
Sign-On Bonus for Bilingual Applicants: $2000 (Distributed in 4 parts: $500 after 30 days $500 after 90 days $500 after 150 days and $500 after 210 days of employment)The bilingualbonus applies to client-facing positions and will be awarded upon successful completion of the language test.TITLE:Healt...
The Health Technician I is responsible for screening clients for potential medical and or mental health problems meeting 5150 criteria withdrawal severity referring for definitive medical and or mental health care when appropriate. Provide medical and or mental health care within scope of practice. Monitor and documentwithdrawal symptoms and mental health symptoms. |
PRIMARY ACCOUNTABILITIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
Accountabilities:- Service Delivery
- Team Support
- Quality Assurance
|
Responsibilities: Service Delivery:- Perform health screening for all potential clients.
- Monitor vitals medical triage and assess clients needs for sobering.
- Maintain records of clients medication in logbook and EHR system (if applicable.
- Perform appropriate assessment which may include rapid risk intoxication assessment and vitals for every client entering the sobering center.
- Document observations 30 min
- Case notes every 6 hours (in EHR if applicable which includes medications observation case management crisis interventions and discharge
- Create a welcoming environment for participants.
- Perform conflict resolution and de-escalation of hostile client.
- Respond to crises emergencies and other client needs in an appropriate and timely manner.
- Provide Transportation as necessary and when requested.
Team Support:- Work collaboratively as part of the multi-disciplinary team at the Recovery Station.
- Daily monitoring and maintenance of client files (EHR if applicable for errors corrections and updating.
- Participate in daily shift change and report health related concerns and alerts.
- Collaborate with Lead Nurse Coordinator and or LVN to reduce excessive Emergency room visits for medication clearances.
- Support in keeping a clean and safe environment.
Quality Assurance Support:- Daily monitoring and maintenance of client files (EHR if applicable for errors corrections and updating.
- Ensure all completed assessments are placed in file and or scanned and uploaded into the client chart daily.
- Ensure all medication clearances and Emergency Room discharge paperwork is placed in file and orscanned and uploaded daily into the client chart.
- Document all medical concerns and observations in client file (EHR if applicable and give verbal report to Detox staff upon transferring a client to Detox from Sobering if applicable.
Nothing in this job description restricts managements right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job
at any time. |
SUCCESS COMPETENCIES FOR POSITION:- Client Focus - Gains insight into client needsquickly establishes rapport and relationships using evidence based practices provides compassionate and empathic client care to all programparticipants.
- Problem Solving - uses logic and methods to solve difficult problems with effectivesolutions beyond the obvious and doesntstop at the first answer.
- Being Resilient- Rebounds from setbacks faced in a high stress environment. Handles and manages crises effectively. Maintains stability when faced with conflict.
- Interpersonal Communication- delivers effective communication with a wide range of audiences. Addresses miscommunication quickly and appropriately. Conveys information clearly.
FUNCTIONAL/TECHNICAL SKILLS & KNOWLEDGE:
(knowledge and skills required to effectively perform the job
Demonstrated- Strong computer skills data input and monitoring.
- Demonstrated confidence working with EHR systems if applicable.(Welligent
- Safeguard EHR privacy and confidentiality.
- Experience with working with SUD and or MH clients in a residential setting.
- Demonstrated ability to remain emotionally stablewhen faced with hostility or aggression.
- Ability to time manage and prioritize.
- Able to deliver quality care to diverse populations cultures and clients with co-occurring disorders in a supportive manner.
QUALIFICATIONS: (education and work experience- Certified Emergency Medical Technician EMT with the State of California
- Basic academic knowledge and understanding of Substance Use Disorders and Mental Health
- CPR/First Aid certified.
- Must have a CA drivers license and good driving record in good standing
|
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee successfully performing the essential functions of this job (i.e. travel driving lifting etc..Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essentialfunctions. Note: Please use percent time spent in these requirements. Totals do not have to add to 100%.| Standing and Walking: | 50% | | Close Vision and Sitting: | 30% |
| Talking and Hearing: (via phone/in person | 75% | | Lifting (more than 20
lbs: | 10% |
| Travel | 10% | | Other: | |
| Job-related physical abilities: | Job-related behaviors: |
- Must be able to operate a computer keyboard andread computer displays.
| - Ability to maintain a positive attitude in a high stress environment.
- Courteous Friendly while practicing Professional Boundaries.
- Demonstrate eagerness to make a difference (motivated.
- Must be able to walk and sit for periods of time.
|
| - Ability to interface with staff members clients families and other visitors and or professionals.
- Ability to follow and provide written and verbal directions.
- Ability to recognize stress factors and ways to reduce them.
|
- Must be able to physically assist others in their efforts to exit the building in case anemergency
- Must be able to drive a 10-passenger van.
| - Ability to control emotions during times of conflict and high stress
- Ability to work in stressful situations where information is needed in a short period of time.
- Ability to function as a team member and cooperate with other staff andagencies.
- Ability to work with diverse populations cultures and people with co-occurring disorders disabilities and complex trauma.
- Ability to accurately document verbal and written information received
- Ability to maintain a welcoming and positive attitude while working.
- Ability to be flexible to work with organizational and or program changes
- Ability to respond to crises promptly and effectively.
|
Other duties
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.Compensation and Benefits
We are proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package to all full-time and part-time employees over 20 hours per week.
- Generous contributionmedical dental Life and LTD for the employee and 50% for any dependents medical and dental coverage.
- PTO and Holiday pay.
- Retirement benefits after 6 months of service.
- Training and CEU opportunities.
Salary:$25.00 an hourdepending on experience and qualifications. Available for a full-time position.
And of course the opportunity to meaningfully contribute to a team of mindful caring and passionate people at work every day!
Horizon Services Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Required Experience:
Junior IC
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