Job Description
***Signing Bonus $1500 Sign-On Bonus for Bilingual Applicants : $1,500 (Distributed in 3 parts: $500 after 30 days, $500 after 6 months, and $500 after 12 months of employment)
JOB TITLE: Health
Tech I / EMT LOCATION: Butte County | Chico Sobering Employment Type: Full-time
Who are we? Horizon Services Inc is a non-profit organization established in 1974 with the goal of reducing alcohol and other drug related problems of individuals, families, and communities. By practicing our values: Integrity, Compassion, Respect, and Professionalism, we provide mental health, detox, recovery and sobering programs to support women, men, youth and LGBTQ clients to live a responsible and constructive life. HSI is a learning community where our collective experiences enrich each other’s growth.
Providing exceptional services to our diverse community. We are proud to support Behavioral Health Services Department (BHSD) clients in their preferred languages, ensuring accessibility and inclusivity for all.
How can you make a difference in people’s lives? We are seeking a Health Tech I, who is fluent in one or more of BHSD’s threshold languages: English and Spanish. The ideal candidate will have a passion for serving diverse communities, excellent communication skills, and the ability to deliver culturally competent services.
The Health Technician I position is responsible for screening clients for potential medical and or mental health problems meeting 5150 criteria, withdrawal severity referring to definitive medical and or mental health care when appropriate. Provide medical and or mental health care within scope of practice. Monitor and document withdrawal symptoms and mental health symptoms.
What will make you successful in this role?- Certified Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) in the State of California
- A.A. Degree or equivalent work experience
- Able to cover shifts which include overnights, weekends and holidays as needed.
- Experience working with clients dealing with alcohol and drug addiction/mental health.
- Able to work with diverse populations, cultures and people with co-occurring disorders and disabilities.
- Able to handle and de-escalate emergency situations.
- Comfortable and skilled in time management
- Ability to collaborate with the team internally and coordinate/collaborate with external partners including (but not limited to) case managers, psychiatrists, social workers, referral sources, medical care personnel, etc.
- Must show a demonstrated knowledge of computers; including but not limited to, data input, internet navigation, Microsoft word, etc. Ability to write clear narrative reports and treatment notes.
What else is required?- Valid California Driver's license and auto insurance, excellent driving record a must.
- Current CPR/First-aid training
- Fingerprinting/Drug testing required at time of hire.
- Preferred: Bilingual in English and Spanish
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 contribution medical, 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.
- Shift differential for the overnight/graveyard shifts
And of course, the opportunity to meaningfully contribute to a team of mindful, caring and passionate people at work every day!
Salary: $20.00-$22.00 per hour based on experience and qualifications.
Horizon Services, Inc is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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