A & A Health Services San Pablo, provides transitional housing and resident centered care services for clients suffering from mental health, addiction, and/or dual diagnosis. The ideal candidate wants to help break the cycle of clients moving from crisis centers to housing instability and back to crisis centers.
Med Tech:
This position is responsible for carrying out the activities of daily living services to residents in accordance with their service plan in a given community. These duties include providing medication management services, personal care for all residents, communicating with medical professionals and families about the needs of residents.
Availability: The ideal candidate for this position is available to work part-time on Friday & Saturday for the NOC Shift (10pm- 6:30am).
Essential Functions of the Job:
- Administer treatments in accordance with physician instructions. Identify any side effects or problems, and report refusals to the physician.
- Prepare and pass medication for residents as ordered by a physician, reporting any medication errors, side effects, or problems to supervisor or physician. Document administration or refusal of medication.
- Responsible for accurately completing all forms and communication notes related to and required by company policy and State regulations regarding medication administration and/or supervision.
- Demonstrate an understanding of safety procedures and precautions regarding the resident. Reports all incidents, accidents, unsafe or hazardous conditions to appropriate personnel. Responds to emergency situations, following proper emergency protocol. Takes vital signs and administers first aid in the event of illness.
- Assure availability of all medications prescribed for a resident and that medication on hand is that which is prescribed, is not expired, and is properly labeled in compliance with company policy and State regulations.
- Perform checks of vital signs and weight as assigned and maintains records of monthly vital signs and weight for each resident in compliance with company policy and State requirements.
- Perform other duties as assigned or needed.
Education and Experience:
- High School Diploma or equivalent required.
- Must have at least one year of experience in a caregiving role or similar function.
- Medication administration experience in an adult residential setting preferred.
- Med Tech certificate is a plus
Certifications, Licenses, and Other Special Requirements:
- Certifications as required by the state. Must have a current Tuberculosis skin test or chest x-ray.
- Must have current CPR and First Aid certification. Must pass a criminal background check.
- Must have compassion for and desire to work with the severely mentally ill.
Essential Skills:
- Verbally able to articulate in person and over the phone. Able to communicate in written form and complete documentation as required by state and company policies. Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal skills. Able to work well under pressure, resolve conflicts, prioritize tasks, and follow through with ideas. Follows company regulations.
- Must be able to read physician orders and match to Medication Administration Records for residents. Must possess an understanding of medical terminology adequate to pass medications and communicate with medical professionals.
About Us:
A&A Health Services San Pablo is a transitional residential facility dedicated to making a difference for our clients, the community, and our employees. A&A’s philosophical approach to care is to provide a person-centered, strength-based framework that is designed to promote mental health stabilization through evidence-based practices. Each client will work with our team to collaboratively develop a treatment plan that is geared towards the client’s individual goals. We strive to empower our clients, encourage self-determination, and aid them in building a positive self-image. These skills will be delivered via group and rehabilitative support, individual support and behavior modification.
San Pablo is a 100+ bed (co-ed), 24 hours 7 days a week facility. The facility is designed to serve clients who have challenging and complex needs.
Pay: $20.00 - $25.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Required)
Experience:
- Med pass in an Adult Residential Facility: 2 years (Required)
- Working in Adult Residential, Rehab or Assisted Living: 1 year (Required)
- Mental health or behavioral health: 1 year (Preferred)
Shift availability:
- Overnight Shift (Required)
Work Location: In person
