LVN - Health Tech III

JOB TITLE : Health Tech III LVN

LOCATION : Cherry Hill Sobering

Employment Type : Full-time

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. 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.

By practicing our values : Integrity, Compassion, Respect, and Professionalism, 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 others growth.

How can you make a difference in peoples lives?

The ideal candidate will have a passion for serving diverse communities, excellent communication skills, and the ability to deliver culturally competent services.

In this role, you'll make a difference in the lives of people with substance use challenges and often with co-occurring conditions or in crisis. You'll use and grow your skills in compassionate care, crisis intervention and de-escalation, in a supportive and inclusive work environment. You'll have the opportunity to help people who are just discovering possibilities in their journey, going from a place of hopelessness to a place where they are valued and have the potential for a better life.

As a Health Technician III you provide a safe environment to participants by monitoring for potential medical and mental health issues as the participant goes through withdrawal. Mission Street Recovery Station in San Jose, CA supports participants who have been transported to the recovery station for public intoxication or are in mental health crisis / under the influence of drugs 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 and making necessary referrals as needed.

Responsibilities :

• Perform health screening for all potential clients
• Monitor vitals, medical triage, and assess clients needs for sobering.
• Maintain records of clients medication in logbook and EHR system.
• Perform appropriate assessment which may include rapid risk intoxication assessment and vitals for every client entering the sobering center.
• Document observations every 30 mins
• Case note every 6 hours (in EHR if applicable) which includes medications observation, case management, crisis interventions and discharge.
• Create a welcoming environment for participants.
• Perform conflict resolution and de-escalation of hostile client
• Respond to crisiss, emergencies and other client needs in an appropriate and timely manner.

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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.

And of course, the opportunity to meaningfully contribute to a team of mindful, caring and passionate people at work every day!

Salary : $33-35 / hr depending on experience and qualifications. Available for a full-time position.

Horizon Services, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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