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PROGRAM: LOMPOC ASSERTIVE COMMUNITY TREATMENT (ACT) TEAM
POSITION SUMMARY
Lompoc ACT is designed to engage with and provide services to adults with serious and persistent mental illness in the community where they live, instead of a hospital or clinical setting. Rather than brokering services, the Lompoc ACT team will provide treatment, support and rehabilitation services directly with a whatever it takes approach. The program provides a full range of services including 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. The Personal Service Coordinator 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 consumer succeed. The Personal Service Coordinator will be part of an on-call coverage rotation for after-hours calls and may be required to transport consumers in his or her privately owned vehicle. More specifically, the Personal Service Coordinator 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.
HOURS
Full-time 40 hours per week
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
PSC I: Bachelors Degree in a related Human Services field AND 6 months of experience with target population, OR AA/AS or CADAC/CPRP certification AND 2 years of experience with target population, OR 4 years of experience (Full-Time equivalent years) with target population. PSC II: Masters Degree in a related Human Services field and 6 months of experience with target population, OR Bachelors Degree in a related Human Services field 6 months of experience with target population AND 2 years of experience as a Case Manager I, OR AA/AS or CADAC/CPRP certification and 2 years of experience with target population AND 2 years of experience as a Case Manager I, OR 4 years of experience (FT equiv. years) with target population AND 2 years of experience as a Case Manager I Spanish bi-lingual/bi-cultural preferred. Must have experience working with persons with severe and persistent mental illness. Must possess strong interpersonal and oral/written communication skills. Must use reasonable precautions in the performance of ones 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 ones self, fellow employees, clients, and other persons contacted through TMHA business. Must possess the ability to handle intense situations, display good judgment and decision-making skills, and remain calm and clear-headed under pressure. Must possess a high level of organizational and time management skills. Conditions of employment include: must be at least 18 years of age; possess a valid CA Drivers License, minimum of 2 years driving experience, reliable transportation, proof of auto insurance, and DMV driving record that meets TMHAs 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.
ORGANIZATION DESCRIPTION
TMHA is a non-profit agency committed to inspiring hope, growth, recovery and wellness in our communities.
TO APPLY
TMHA employees may submit an internal application to their supervisor. Outside applicants must complete a TMHA application on our website www.t-mha.org to be considered for an interview OR you may type this link into your browser: http://atsod.com/j/s.cfm/PWN
Posting date: May 3, 2019 Open until filled
