Med Tech / Mental Health Worker 4/2 Schedule 10pm - 6:30am

About Us:

AHA Turlock provides transitional housing and resident centered care services for clients suffering from mental health, addiction, and/or dual diagnosis. The ideal candidate wants to help break the cycle of clients moving from crisis centers to housing instability and back to crisis centers.

The Med Tech / Mental Health Worker (Fulfillment Partner) is responsible for carrying out the activities of daily living services to residents in accordance with their service plan in a given community. These duties include providing medication management services, personal care for all residents, communicating with medical professionals and families about the needs of residents.

As a Fulfillment Partner (Mental Health Worker), you will be responsible for providing support for mental health clients to enhance their independence and quality of life along with and under the supervision of the the Executive Director.

Shift Details:

• Full-time 4/2 rolling schedule
• Available for 2 NOC shifts (10pm - 6:30 am) performing Med Tech duties and 2 NOC shifts (10pm - 6:30 am) performing Mental Health Worker (Fulfillment Partner) duties.

Med Tech Responsibilities:

• Administer treatments in accordance with physician instructions. Identify any side effects or problems, and report refusals to the physician.
• Prepare and pass medication for residents as ordered by a physician, reporting any medication errors, side effects, or problems to supervisor or physician. Document administration or refusal of medication.
• Responsible for accurately completing all forms and communication notes related to and required by company policy and State regulations regarding medication administration and/or supervision.
• Demonstrate an understanding of safety procedures and precautions regarding the resident. Reports all incidents, accidents, unsafe or hazardous conditions to appropriate personnel. Responds to emergency situations, following proper emergency protocol. Takes vital signs and administers first aid in the event of illness.
• Assure availability of all medications prescribed for a resident and that medication on hand is that which is prescribed, is not expired, and is properly labeled in compliance with company policy and State regulations.
• Perform checks of vital signs and weight as assigned and maintains records of monthly vital signs and weight for each resident in compliance with company policy and State requirements.
• Perform other duties as assigned or needed.

Essential Skills:

• Verbally able to articulate in person and over the phone. Able to communicate in written form and complete documentation as required by state and company policies. Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal skills.
• Able to work well under pressure, resolve conflicts, prioritize tasks, and follow through with ideas.
• Follows company regulations.
• Must be able to read physician orders and match to Medication Administration Records for residents.
• Must possess an understanding of medical terminology adequate to pass medications and communicate with medical professionals.

Fulfillment Partner Responsibilities

• Manage, monitor and maintain floor activities
• Ensures that clients have other tasks of daily living including, but not limited to, grooming.
• Establish and maintains a therapeutic relationship with clients and acts as a role model in maintaining a positive attitude and coping with symptoms of mental illness.
• Works with clients to build and maintain essential communication and social skills.
• Assists with implementing life skills workshops, extracurricular activities, and other community and social service programs.
• Observes clients for changes in behavior, monitors client activities, motivates clients to participate in activities and also guides and advises clients in their personal adjustment utilizing de-escalation techniques.
• Maintains a safe environment by keeping the community safe, clean and comfortable; recognize environmental safety hazards, understand the methods to prevent on-the-job accidents and injuries.
• Reports clients physical and emotional condition changes.
• Promotes open communications between healthcare professionals, families, clients, and staff.
• Performs other duties as assigned or needed.

Essential Skills:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Able to communicate verbally in person and over the phone in fluent English. Able to read, analyze, interpret and complete documentation in fluent English.
• Positive interpersonal skills. Works well with others, treats others with respect, works with integrity and ethically, and communicates in a pleasant, professional, and personable manner with all individuals.
• Able to perform well under pressure, resolve conflicts, prioritize tasks, follow through with ideas, and show initiative in overcoming obstacles.
• Self-motivated, able to work independently and make sound and timely decisions.
• Excellent organizational skills and be detail oriented.
• Demonstrate regular and consistent attendance and punctuality.

Education and Experience:

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Must have at least one year of experience in a caregiving role or similar function.
• Behavioral health or mental health: 1 year (Preferred)
• Working in Adult Residential, Rehab or Assisted Living: 1 year (Preferred)

Certifications, Licenses, and Other Special Requirements:

• Certifications as required by the state.
• Must have a current Tuberculosis skin test or chest x-ray.
• Must have current CPR and First Aid certification. Must pass a criminal background check.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $20.00 - $23.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

• Med pass in an Adult Residential Facility: 2 years (Required)
• Working in Adult Residential, Rehab or Assisted Living: 1 year (Required)
• Mental health or Behavioral health: 1 year (Preferred)

Shift availability:

• Day Shift (Preferred)
• Night Shift (Preferred)
• Overnight Shift (Required)

Work Location: In person