Substitute Medically Vulnerable Care Aide
About The Position
The Substitute Medically Vulnerable Care Aide supports participants in 40 Prado Homeless Services Center’s Medically Vulnerable Care Program, including short-term post-hospitalization and Enhanced Care Management programs. The role helps stabilize participants’ health by supporting care plans, coordinating services, assisting with daily living, distributing supplies, and working with shelter staff, service providers, and emergency personnel as needed. It also promotes client self-sufficiency in alignment with CAPSLO’s mission. The position includes assisting with intakes; managing confidential documentation; coordinating medical, mental health, and substance-use appointments; monitoring client behavior; maintaining a safe and sanitary environment; helping participants transition from Recuperative Care; supporting food service and housekeeping; providing transportation to necessary appointments; and training staff or volunteers. The role attends staff meetings and training, follows safety rules, and performs additional duties as needed. Duties may change at any time.
Requirements
- Associate’s Degree (AA) in Human Services, a Medical Services field, or a related program, or at least two years of experience providing direct support to one or more specified populations.
- Relevant populations include economically disadvantaged individuals; individuals with physical and/or mental disabilities; persons with substance-use or co-occurring disorders; older adults; and at-risk youth.
- Education, volunteer experience, and/or other related experience may be accepted.
- Depending on the assigned department, a valid California driver’s license, current DMV driving record, and proof of insurance may be required for job-related travel.
- For positions where driving is an essential job function, candidates must be at least 21 years old and have at least three years of driving experience.
Responsibilities
- Assist with intakes and implement personalized care plans.
- Manage documentation and maintain confidentiality.
- Understand issues related to chronic homelessness and medical care.
- Coordinate medical, mental health, and drug/alcohol appointments.
- Maintain professional relationships and monitor client behavior.
- Ensure a safe environment and make emergency calls as necessary.
- Communicate daily with clients and shelter staff.
- Assist clients in transitioning out of the Recuperative Care program.
- Complete required logs, reports, and client documents.
- Coordinate housekeeping and distribute hygiene items.
- Oversee food service and maintain sanitation practices.
- Interact with service providers and train staff and volunteers.
- Provide transportation to necessary appointments.
- Assist clients with daily living activities.
- Attend staff meetings and training sessions.
- Adhere to safety rules and perform additional duties as needed.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
Associate degree
