Health Technician I / II- EMT for Sobering Center

By practicing our values :

• Integrity, Respect, Diversity, and Quality, we are able to 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.
• How can you make a difference in people’s lives?
• As a Health Technician, you provide a safe environment to participants by monitoring for potential medical and mental health issues as the participant goes through withdrawal and crisis.
• Horizon Service, Inc. – Mission Street Recovery Station in San Jose, CA is a sobering center and mental health triage supporting participants who have been transported to the sobering center for public intoxication and / or experiencing a mental health crisis as an alternative to incarceration and unnecessary hospitalization.
• You will connect with participants through hourly monitoring of vitals, making medications available, collaborating with participants medical / mental health provider, transporting participants to and from the sobering center and making necessary referrals as needed.     What will make you successful in this role?
• Certified Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) in the State of California A.A.
• Degree or equivalent work experience Cover opened 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.
• What else is required?
• Valid California Driver's license and auto insurance, excellent driving record a must.
• Ability to drive a 10-passenger van.
• Current CPR / First-aid training Fingerprinting / Drug testing required at time of hire.
• Current flu vaccine / flu shot.

Must be up to date on the Covid vaccination.  Current shifts available Health Tech - 6 :

• 45am - 3 : 15pm Sunday - Thursday Compensation and Benefits We are proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package to all full-time and part time employees over 20 hours per week. 100% of 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 And of course, the opportunity to meaningfully contribute to a team of mindful, caring and passionate people at work every day!

Salary :

• $25-27  - an hour based on experience and qualifications.

Available for a full-time position Horizon Services, Inc is an Equal Opportunity Employer. https :

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