Program: Supported Housing Services
Job Summary:
The
Med Support person is a temporary member of the SHS multidisciplinary team and is responsible for
conducting psychiatric assessments; assessing physical health needs; making
appropriate referrals to community physicians; providing management and
administration of medication in conjunction with the psychiatrist; providing a
range of treatment, rehabilitation, and support services; and sharing
shift-management responsibility with other staff.
Minimum Requirements:
Must be a Registered Nurse/Licensed
Psychiatric Technician/Licensed Vocational Nurse in the state of California and
must provide the Human Resources office with a copy of that license. 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. Ability to handle
difficult situations, display good judgment and decision making skills, and
remain calm and clearheaded under pressure. A high level of 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, 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 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
Full time – 40 hours
per week. $25.00 per hour
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.
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