Job Type

Full-time
Description
Salary: $19.2308 per hour $40,000/annual
Full Time / Monday to Friday : 8:30 am to 5:00 pm
Benefits and Perks: Supportive, fun and friendly team environment!
*** Clients/Families we serve reside in the South Los Angeles, Compton, Watts and Lynwood area.
SHIELDS' mission is to develop, deliver and evaluate culturally sensitive, comprehensive service models that empower and advocate for high-risk families in South Los Angeles.
Depending on specific program assignment, may perform any or all of the following:

• Transport clients to and from program sites, appointments, and other scheduled activities.
• Assist with the daily operations of SHIELDS program functioning via conducting activities mail, food, and other program operation deliveries.
• Completes all required documentation and reports per funding / agency requirements.
• Ensure vehicles are properly maintained and are in compliance with safety standards.

Benefits and Perks: Supportive, fun and friendly team environment!

• Competitive Wages
• Vacation and sick leave
• Employer paid medical, dental, vision and life insurance
• Retirement 403b plan and supplemental insurance benefits
• 18 paid holidays plus paid birthday off
• Paid anniversary holiday and up to 5 days based on length of service
• Anniversary bonus at 5th year of service
• BBS supervision, on-going clinical training and CEUs available
• Employee referral bonus
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee discount programs to theme parks, movies, hotels and car rentals
• Paid educational leave
• Paid drive time and mileage reimbursement
• Eligible for Federal Student Loan Forgiveness

Requirements
HIPAA Privacy Standards Compliance
(All items listed below are a condition of continued employment)
The employee in this position will:

• Not use or disclose protected health information about any member or other party in compliance with SHIELDS policies related to state or federal laws such as Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA).
• Use appropriate safeguards to protect the confidentiality of such information.
• Report to SHIELDS management any use or disclosure of protected health information not permitted by SHIELDS policies related to state or federal laws such as HIPAA.
• Participate in SHIELDS training or briefings on HIPAA information as scheduled.
• Consult with supervisor on any issues or questions about compliance under SHIELDS policies related to state or federal laws such as HIPAA.

Position Requirements
(These specifications are general guidelines based upon the minimum, ordinarily considered essential, to satisfactory performance in this position. Individual skills and abilities may result in some deviation from these guidelines)
To perform effectively in this position, the employee must meet the following requirements:

• Proof of High School diploma or equivalent.
• Current Class B drivers' license.
• Current California driver's license and a driving record acceptable to the Agency's insurance carrier reflected by current H6 DMV printout.
• Current certification in First Aid and CPR.
• Develop and maintain a strong working knowledge of facility operations and procedures.
• Know and comply with Agency policies and procedures, HIPAA, Department of Mental Health, policies and documentation guidelines, and other state/federal regulations relating to service programs for at risk populations.
• Efficiently use the personal computer to include a variety or word processing software.
• Utilize analysis, experience, and judgment to make decisions.
• Demonstrate commitment to team objectives and SHIELDS For Families philosophies.
• Adapt to changing needs by acquiring new skills and knowledge.
• Provides services within a culturally sensitive model of practice and is respectful to the community and clients.
• These requirements are two years experience working with at risk individuals and families in a social service/mental health environment.
• The employee in this position must be able to perform this job safely, without endangering the health or safety of him/her or others.
• COVID-19 vaccination required. May request medical or religious exemption if applicable.

If you require reasonable accommodation of a disability in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to 323.242.5000, Ext. 1258 or by email to scardenas@shieldsforfamilies.org.
At SHIELDS for Families, our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Committee promotes equity and inclusion within our programs, workforce, and the communities we serve. Our DEI Committee harnesses the power of our diverse workforce, utilizing their varied backgrounds and experiences to enhance our programs. By employing culturally sensitive and comprehensive service models, we aim to provide the best support possible to the families we serve.