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/II - EMT
LOCATION: Mission Street Recovery Station 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. 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.
By practicing our values: Integrity, Respect, Diversity, and Quality, we are able to 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.
How can you make a difference in people’s lives? We are seeking a bilingual Health Tech I/II who is fluent in one or more of BHSD’s seven threshold languages: Spanish, Vietnamese, Tagalog, Mandarin, Cantonese, Farsi, and Russian. The ideal candidate will have a passion for serving diverse communities, excellent communication skills, and the ability to deliver culturally competent services.
As a Health Technician, you provide a safe environment to participants by monitoring for potential medical and mental health issues as the participant goes through withdrawal and crisis. Horizon Service, Inc. – Mission Street Recovery Station in San Jose, CA is a sobering center and mental health triage supporting participants who have been transported to the sobering center for public intoxication and/or experiencing a mental health crisis as an alternative to incarceration and unnecessary hospitalization. You will connect with participants through hourly monitoring of vitals, making medications available, collaborating with participants medical/mental health provider, transporting participants to and from the sobering center and making necessary referrals as needed.
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
- Cover opened 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.
- Fluency in English and at least one of BHSD’s seven threshold languages (Spanish, Vietnamese, Tagalog, Mandarin, Cantonese, Farsi, Russian).
- Commitment to cultural competence and serving a diverse community.
What else is required?- Valid California Driver's license and auto insurance, excellent driving record a must.
- Ability to drive a 10-passenger van.
- Current CPR/First-aid training
- Fingerprinting/Drug testing required at time of hire.
Current shifts available - Health Tech - NOC Shift/ Sunday and Mondays OFF
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.
- 100% of 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: $25-27- an hour based on experience and qualifications. Available for a full-time position
Horizon Services, Inc is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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