Los Angeles Centers for Alcohol and Drug Abuse

HIRING: Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)/Program Aide

Salary: $21.00 - $25.00 per hour (Depending on education, experience, skillset and hiring site)

Summary: Under the direct supervision of the Program Manager, the Program Aide/Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)

will assist as a clinical resource, in providing direct, and in-direct patient care.

Essential Job Functions:

• Respond to emergency medical assistance;
• Assessment and stabilization of Patient Vitals;
• Administration of Basic Health procedures;
• Provides first-aid treatment or life support care to sick or injured patients;
• Creation and documentation of Patient Care reports;
• Provide CIWA and/or COWS;
• Transport patients safely to the Hospital or initiate Emergency Medical response as needed;
• Provides individualized care plan for patient presentation;
• Collects, records and communicates basic patient data, current and changing status;
• Cleans, inspects, First Aid supplies and equipment. Provide guidance with COVID-19 infection control protocols;
• Trained in recognizing signs and symptoms of overdose and in administering Narcan when emergency situation arises;
• Takes immediate and appropriate action upon occurrence of emergency situation;
• Participates in continuing/advanced education which demonstrates employee commitment to improving capabilities.

Qualifications:

• Current and non-restricted EMT certification
• Experience working with substance abuse/ mental health population (preferred)

Education:

• CALIFORNIA Basic Life Support (BLS) or Cardiac Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR): Required
• AHA Basic Life Support (BLS) Healthcare Provider or equivalent: Required
• EVOC/EVOS or equivalent: Preferred
• CALIFORNIA Emergency Medical Training (EMT) certification.

Must be able to pass the following pre-employment screenings:

• Background check, including criminal history (LA CADA considers all applicants equally and will take into account each applicant’s individual life circumstances).
• Drug and health screen, including negative TB test
• Employment and education verification

The Los Angeles Centers for Alcohol and Drug Abuse (L.A. CADA) is a licensed and certified substance use and behavioral treatment provider by the State of California’s Department of Health Care Services and the County of Los Angeles Department of Public Health – Substance Abuse Prevention and Control.

LA CADA was founded in 1971, and we are proudly celebrating our 50th anniversary this spring. Initially LA CADA serviced those with addiction and behavioral challenges, after much growth and development we with our multiple sites & multidisciplinary approach we service the following:

• Adult services
• Violence Treatment/Prevention Client Engagement & Navigation Services (CENS)
• Residential Treatment
• Recovery Bridge Housing (RBH)
• Outpatient Treatment and Intensive Outpatient Program
• Domestic Violence Offenders for Male and Female Offenders
• Domestic Violence for Victims
• Probation approved parenting program
• HIV/AIDS Education Prevention
• Parent Support Group
• Wellness Center
• Treatment for Co-occurring Mental Health and Substance Abuse Disorders
• Culturally Responsive Services (LGBTQ)
• Systems-Impacted Services (Persons Experiencing Homeless; PEH)

L.A. CADA also offers Drug Education / Diversion, Parenting Education, Anger Management, and Domestic Violence counseling services, authorized or approved by the Los Angeles County Department of Public Health, the Los Angeles County Department of Probation, the Los Angeles County Superior Court, and / or meeting the requirements of the Los Angeles County Department of Children and Family Services. Additionally, L.A. CADA offers HIV / AIDS prevention and intervention services, including HIV testing.

LA CADA is committed to servicing an underserved and vulnerable population. Our staff is dedicated to provide a tailored treatment fitted for individuals and their families. Here at LA CADA all staff are provided on-going training and professional development to help our community.

LA CADA offers competitive salary, 100% paid medical & dental health plans, vision, sponsored life insurance, additional life & incidental insurance plans, 403B retirement, Flexible Spending Account (FSA), Paid Time-Off: vacation, sick, COVID, bereavement, observe 11 paid holidays, eligible PSLF (Public Student Loan Forgiveness), in-house PCR & rapid COVID-19 testing, continuing education units and room to grow.

Be a part of making a positive difference. Apply today!

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $21.00 - $25.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Evening shift

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Application Question(s):

• Are you willing to work Tuesday to Saturday 10:pm to 7:00am?

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Preferred)
• EMT Certification (Required)

Shift availability:

• Overnight Shift (Preferred)

Work Location: Multiple locations