Program: Supported Housing Services- Santa Maria
Job Summary
The Supported Housing Program will deliver treatment, rehabilitative and supportive services to 130 clients “in vivo” in regular community settings (e.g., home, apartment, job site). For all Supported Housing Team clients, functioning in major life domains presents significant personal difficulties. These domains include affordable, safe housing; meaningful daily pursuits, including employment; and satisfying interpersonal relationships. Addressing the rehabilitation needs of clients in these key domains will be the Supported Housing Team’s essential purpose. The Supported Housing Team will include an on site ADMHS psychiatrist, two registered nurses, and eight staff. The foundation of the Supported Housing Team shall be integrated treatment, rehabilitation and support services.
The Rehabilitation Specialist will have responsibility for supporting each client's recovery process, helping individuals to restore competencies and gain successes in the major areas of
community living. These include: permanent, affordable housing; successful daily life
pursuits, particularly regular, competitive employment; and renewed relationships.
Minimum Qualifications
Spanish Bi-lingual/Bi-Cultural Preferred. Must have a bachelor’s degree and at least two years of supervised experience in providing substance abuse treatment interventions to persons with co-occurring psychiatric and addictions disorders. Conditions of employment include: must be at least 18 years of age; possess a valid CA Driver’s License, minimum of 2 years driving experience, reliable transportation, proof of auto insurance, and DMV driving record that meets TMHA’s current vehicle insurance requirements. May be required to utilize personal vehicle and personal auto insurance. At the time of hire, other conditions of employment are to comply with a T.B. skin test or chest x-ray indicating a negative tuberculosis result, and receipt of a criminal record clearance through fingerprinting. Must be able to successfully complete First Aid and CPR training.
Compensation
40 hours per week. Schedule may include early evenings and Saturday’s. $15.36 to $20.88 per hour, depending on experience and education. Generous vacation, sick, and holiday; medical, and dental insurance included.
All candidates must complete and submit an application to be considered for an interview. Applications can be picked up from, and submitted to our main office at 784 High Street, San Luis Obispo OR printed from this webpage.
Tuesday, January 24, 2012
Friday, January 20, 2012
Personal Services Specialist - SLO & South County
Program
Full Service Partnership
Under the general direction of the Program Manager, the Personal Services Specialist works as a team to manage a caseload of 12 adults with serious mental illness. The Personal Services Specialist will be responsible for crisis care, case management service delivery, individual rehabilitation activities, day to day skills building, transportation to shopping and appointments and all other aspects required to help the clients maintain stability. The Personal Services Specialist will be part of an on-call coverage rotation for after hours calls.
Minimum Requirements
Bachelor’s Degree in a related Human Services field and 6 months related experience or at least two years related experience. Must be at least 18 years of age. Valid Driver’s License, proof of auto insurance, reliable transportation, and DMV driving record that meets TMHA’s current vehicle insurance requirements; strong interpersonal skills and oral/written communication skills; ability to handle difficult situations, display good judgment and decision making skills, and remain calm and clearheaded under pressure; well-defined organizational and time management skills.
Compensation
F/T ~ 40 hours. $15.36 to $20.88 per hour, DOE. Benefit eligible. Generous vacation sick and holiday; medical, and dental included.
All candidates must complete and submit an application to be considered for an interview. Applications can be picked up from, and submitted to our main office at 784 High Street, San Luis Obispo OR printed from this webpage.
Wednesday, January 18, 2012
Housing Assistant
Program: Community Housing
Job Summary
Housing Assistants for the adult program assist the Program Manager with the daily business operations of the residential programs and provide direct client services and interventions as needed. They also perform moderate facility maintenance, function as positive role modes, promote cooperation and harmony in communal living, and uphold and promote the program philosophy in all duties performed.
Minimum Requirements
Bachelor's Degree (related humanities field preferred) and minimum one year, full-time experience with psychiatrically disabled population or two years full-time related experience with psychiatrically disabled population. People with experience receiving mental health services preferred. Good judgment, decision making and problem solving skills. Strong interpersonal skills and oral/written communication skills; able to deal effectively with a variety of people and personality types regardless of ethnic, racial, religious background or socio-economic level. At the time of hire, as a condition of employment, must comply with a T.B. skin test or chest x-ray indicating a negative tuberculosis result. Must be fingerprinted and receive a criminal record clearance as a condition of employment. Must be 18 years of age as required by TMHA’s insurance carrier. Must hold (or obtain within 45 days of employment) a valid California Driver’s License, proof of auto insurance, and a DMV driving report satisfactory to TMHA’s insurance carrier. Employee is required to maintain a driving record satisfactory to insurance company requirements. Ability to possess and maintain good physical and mental health.
Compensation
Part – Time, 15 hours per week. $15.36 to $20.88 per hour, depending on experience.
All candidates must complete and submit an application to be considered for an interview. Applications can be picked up from, and submitted to our main office at 784 High Street, San Luis Obispo OR printed from this webpage.
Job Summary
Housing Assistants for the adult program assist the Program Manager with the daily business operations of the residential programs and provide direct client services and interventions as needed. They also perform moderate facility maintenance, function as positive role modes, promote cooperation and harmony in communal living, and uphold and promote the program philosophy in all duties performed.
Minimum Requirements
Bachelor's Degree (related humanities field preferred) and minimum one year, full-time experience with psychiatrically disabled population or two years full-time related experience with psychiatrically disabled population. People with experience receiving mental health services preferred. Good judgment, decision making and problem solving skills. Strong interpersonal skills and oral/written communication skills; able to deal effectively with a variety of people and personality types regardless of ethnic, racial, religious background or socio-economic level. At the time of hire, as a condition of employment, must comply with a T.B. skin test or chest x-ray indicating a negative tuberculosis result. Must be fingerprinted and receive a criminal record clearance as a condition of employment. Must be 18 years of age as required by TMHA’s insurance carrier. Must hold (or obtain within 45 days of employment) a valid California Driver’s License, proof of auto insurance, and a DMV driving report satisfactory to TMHA’s insurance carrier. Employee is required to maintain a driving record satisfactory to insurance company requirements. Ability to possess and maintain good physical and mental health.
Compensation
Part – Time, 15 hours per week. $15.36 to $20.88 per hour, depending on experience.
All candidates must complete and submit an application to be considered for an interview. Applications can be picked up from, and submitted to our main office at 784 High Street, San Luis Obispo OR printed from this webpage.
Wednesday, January 4, 2012
Team Leader
Program: Lompoc ACT
Job Summary
Transitions - Mental Health Association's (TMHA) Lompoc ACT program, located in the City of Lompoc – which is in the beautiful California coastal county of Santa Barbara - has an immediate opening for a Team Leader. We are a vital go-to service organization that is deeply engaged in the communities that we serve. As a non profit provider with over 30 years of service, we are recognized as an effective, mission driven, recovery focused organization with a culture rooted in unwavering values and innovation.
Program:
Lompoc ACT is a Mental Health Services Act (MHSA)-funded, intensive Assertive Community Treatment program designed to engage with and provide services to transitional age youth (ages 16-25), adults, and older adults with serious and persistent mental illness so they can succeed in the community. Lompoc ACT will provide the full range of services including engagement, assessment, individualized planning, personal service coordination, integrated co-occurring drug and alcohol services, medication support, counseling support, social skills development, supported housing, integrated vocational services, supported education and access on a 24/7, 365 day basis. ACT promotes and inspires personal growth, healing and recovery using a “whatever it takes” approach to service delivery. All services are provided through a multi-disciplinary team approach that brings together doctors, nurses, drug and alcohol specialists, employment specialists, peer specialists, and personal service coordinators.
Lompoc ACT is committed to...
§ Significantly reducing homelessness, hospitalizations, incarceration and promoting individual independence and recovery through individualized goals and services.
§ Providing culturally competent care by promoting a culture of openness and humility.
§ Creating a range of services and treatments that are integrated, comprehensive and flexible and always available to each client, chosen by the client with no arbitrary time limit.
§ Maintaining a “whatever it takes” approach to care among our staff and giving staff the resources to make that approach a reality 24 hours a day, seven days a week, 365 days a year.
§ Proving, above all, our dedication to inspiring personal growth, recovery and independence within every client.
Minimum Requirments
The successful Team Leader candidate will have a Masters Degree in social work, psychology, nursing or a related field with at least 5 years experience in management and at least 3 years of experience in behavioral health. Other desirable qualities are some experience as a "NAMI model" ACT Team member; and Spanish bilingual skills. Must have strong interpersonal skills and oral/written communication skills; display good judgment and decision making, and remain calm and clearheaded under pressure; and posess well-defined time management and organizational skills. Conditions of employment include: must be at least 18 years of age; possess a valid CA Driver’s License, reliable transportation, proof of auto insurance, and DMV driving record that meets TMHA’s current vehicle insurance requirements. May be required to utilize personal vehicle and auto insurance. At the time of hire, other conditions of employment are to comply with a T.B. skin test or chest x-ray indicating a negative tuberculosis result, a health screen indicating fitness for duty and receipt of a criminal record clearance through fingerprinting. Must be able to successfully complete CPR and First Aid.
Compensation
Full time – Exempt; $50, 265 - $70,000/yr DOE with generous benefits
All candidates must complete and submit an application to be considered for an interview. Applications can be picked up from, and submitted to our main office at 784 High Street, San Luis Obispo OR printed from this webpage.
Job Summary
Transitions - Mental Health Association's (TMHA) Lompoc ACT program, located in the City of Lompoc – which is in the beautiful California coastal county of Santa Barbara - has an immediate opening for a Team Leader. We are a vital go-to service organization that is deeply engaged in the communities that we serve. As a non profit provider with over 30 years of service, we are recognized as an effective, mission driven, recovery focused organization with a culture rooted in unwavering values and innovation.
Program:
Lompoc ACT is a Mental Health Services Act (MHSA)-funded, intensive Assertive Community Treatment program designed to engage with and provide services to transitional age youth (ages 16-25), adults, and older adults with serious and persistent mental illness so they can succeed in the community. Lompoc ACT will provide the full range of services including engagement, assessment, individualized planning, personal service coordination, integrated co-occurring drug and alcohol services, medication support, counseling support, social skills development, supported housing, integrated vocational services, supported education and access on a 24/7, 365 day basis. ACT promotes and inspires personal growth, healing and recovery using a “whatever it takes” approach to service delivery. All services are provided through a multi-disciplinary team approach that brings together doctors, nurses, drug and alcohol specialists, employment specialists, peer specialists, and personal service coordinators.
Lompoc ACT is committed to...
§ Significantly reducing homelessness, hospitalizations, incarceration and promoting individual independence and recovery through individualized goals and services.
§ Providing culturally competent care by promoting a culture of openness and humility.
§ Creating a range of services and treatments that are integrated, comprehensive and flexible and always available to each client, chosen by the client with no arbitrary time limit.
§ Maintaining a “whatever it takes” approach to care among our staff and giving staff the resources to make that approach a reality 24 hours a day, seven days a week, 365 days a year.
§ Proving, above all, our dedication to inspiring personal growth, recovery and independence within every client.
Minimum Requirments
The successful Team Leader candidate will have a Masters Degree in social work, psychology, nursing or a related field with at least 5 years experience in management and at least 3 years of experience in behavioral health. Other desirable qualities are some experience as a "NAMI model" ACT Team member; and Spanish bilingual skills. Must have strong interpersonal skills and oral/written communication skills; display good judgment and decision making, and remain calm and clearheaded under pressure; and posess well-defined time management and organizational skills. Conditions of employment include: must be at least 18 years of age; possess a valid CA Driver’s License, reliable transportation, proof of auto insurance, and DMV driving record that meets TMHA’s current vehicle insurance requirements. May be required to utilize personal vehicle and auto insurance. At the time of hire, other conditions of employment are to comply with a T.B. skin test or chest x-ray indicating a negative tuberculosis result, a health screen indicating fitness for duty and receipt of a criminal record clearance through fingerprinting. Must be able to successfully complete CPR and First Aid.
Compensation
Full time – Exempt; $50, 265 - $70,000/yr DOE with generous benefits
All candidates must complete and submit an application to be considered for an interview. Applications can be picked up from, and submitted to our main office at 784 High Street, San Luis Obispo OR printed from this webpage.
Friday, November 11, 2011
Personal Service Coordinator- Lompoc
Program: Lompoc ACT
Job Summary
Transitions Mental Health Association has an opening for a Personal Service Coordinator for the Lompoc ACT Program, a Mental Health Services Act (MHSA)-funded, intensive Assertive Community Treatment program designed to engage with and provide services to transitional age youth (ages 16-25), adults, and older adults with serious and persistent mental illness so they can succeed in the community. Lompoc ACT provides the full range of services including engagement, assessment, individualized planning, personal service coordination, integrated co-occurring drug and alcohol services, medication support, counseling support, social skills development, supported housing, integrated vocational services, supported education and access on a 24/7, 365 day basis. Lompoc ACT promotes healing and recovery through a “whatever it takes” approach to service delivery.
More specifically, the Personal Service Coordinator for the Lompoc ACT program has the case management skills and experience necessary to assess, plan, develop, coordinate and provide rehabilitation services to clients in this program under the direct and clinical supervision of the Team Leader and the psychiatrist. The Personal Service Coordinator functions as an integral member of the team and may at times be designated by the team leader to function as the lead coordinator/case manager. The Personal Service Coordinator is expected to supervise the general health, safety, and social rehabilitation of clients, as well as perform moderate facility maintenance, function as a positive role model, promote cooperation and harmony in communal living, and uphold and promote the program philosophy in all duties performed.
Compensation
Full- time position– 40 hours per week; $15.36 - $20.88 per hour, DOE, benefit eligible
Minimum Requirements
Bachelor’s Degree in a related Human Services field and at least 6 months mental health experience or at least three years mental health experience. Must be Spanish bi-lingual/bi-cultural. Must have experience working with persons with severe and persistent mental illness. Must have a strong commitment in clients’ rights to self-govern and create their own choices. Strong interpersonal skills and oral/written communication skills; well defined organizational and time management skills. Must use reasonable precautions in the performance of one’s duties and adhere to all applicable safety rules and practices while acting in such a manner as to assure at all times, maximum safety to one’s self, fellow employees, clients, and other persons contacted through TMHA business. Conditions of employment include: must be at least 18 years of age; possess a valid CA Driver’s License, reliable transportation, proof of auto insurance, and DMV driving record that meets TMHA’s current vehicle insurance requirements. May be required to utilize personal vehicle and auto insurance. At the time of hire, other conditions of employment are to comply with a T.B. skin test or chest x-ray indicating a negative tuberculosis result, a health screen indicating fitness for duty and receipt of a criminal record clearance through fingerprinting. Must be able to successfully complete First Aid and CPR training.
All Candidates must submit an application to be considered for an interview.
Applications can be picked up from, and submitted to our main office at 784 High Street, San Luis Obispo OR printed from this webpage.
Job Summary
Transitions Mental Health Association has an opening for a Personal Service Coordinator for the Lompoc ACT Program, a Mental Health Services Act (MHSA)-funded, intensive Assertive Community Treatment program designed to engage with and provide services to transitional age youth (ages 16-25), adults, and older adults with serious and persistent mental illness so they can succeed in the community. Lompoc ACT provides the full range of services including engagement, assessment, individualized planning, personal service coordination, integrated co-occurring drug and alcohol services, medication support, counseling support, social skills development, supported housing, integrated vocational services, supported education and access on a 24/7, 365 day basis. Lompoc ACT promotes healing and recovery through a “whatever it takes” approach to service delivery.
More specifically, the Personal Service Coordinator for the Lompoc ACT program has the case management skills and experience necessary to assess, plan, develop, coordinate and provide rehabilitation services to clients in this program under the direct and clinical supervision of the Team Leader and the psychiatrist. The Personal Service Coordinator functions as an integral member of the team and may at times be designated by the team leader to function as the lead coordinator/case manager. The Personal Service Coordinator is expected to supervise the general health, safety, and social rehabilitation of clients, as well as perform moderate facility maintenance, function as a positive role model, promote cooperation and harmony in communal living, and uphold and promote the program philosophy in all duties performed.
Compensation
Full- time position– 40 hours per week; $15.36 - $20.88 per hour, DOE, benefit eligible
Minimum Requirements
Bachelor’s Degree in a related Human Services field and at least 6 months mental health experience or at least three years mental health experience. Must be Spanish bi-lingual/bi-cultural. Must have experience working with persons with severe and persistent mental illness. Must have a strong commitment in clients’ rights to self-govern and create their own choices. Strong interpersonal skills and oral/written communication skills; well defined organizational and time management skills. Must use reasonable precautions in the performance of one’s duties and adhere to all applicable safety rules and practices while acting in such a manner as to assure at all times, maximum safety to one’s self, fellow employees, clients, and other persons contacted through TMHA business. Conditions of employment include: must be at least 18 years of age; possess a valid CA Driver’s License, reliable transportation, proof of auto insurance, and DMV driving record that meets TMHA’s current vehicle insurance requirements. May be required to utilize personal vehicle and auto insurance. At the time of hire, other conditions of employment are to comply with a T.B. skin test or chest x-ray indicating a negative tuberculosis result, a health screen indicating fitness for duty and receipt of a criminal record clearance through fingerprinting. Must be able to successfully complete First Aid and CPR training.
All Candidates must submit an application to be considered for an interview.
Applications can be picked up from, and submitted to our main office at 784 High Street, San Luis Obispo OR printed from this webpage.
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