EMT, Health Technician I- Butte County

Horizon Services, Inc. • Chico, CA

2d • $20 - $22 • Onsite

About The Position

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. 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.

Requirements

• 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.
• 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.

Nice To Haves

• Bilingual Spanish

Responsibilities

• Screening clients for potential medical and or mental health problems meeting 5150 criteria
• Assessing 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

Benefits

• 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)
• 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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree