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Job Description

Mission Prep is looking for Community Coordinators to provide superior care for our adolescent clients at our Residential Mental Health facility in Rancho Palos Verdes, CA. Mission Prep is AMFM Healthcare's residential program tailored for the healthcare of the adolescent population (ages 12-17) suffering from mental health and / or substance use disorder diagnoses.

We count on our Community Coordinators to compassionately support and mentor our clients throughout their treatment program. We are seeking those who are passionate to help those in need and provide hope. Because our clients have varying mental health diagnoses and behavioral disorders, adequate training will be provided to ensure that our clients receive the best possible care that we can provide. You will join and support a network of trained case managers, therapists, nurses, and psychiatrists who are helping us on our mission to help individuals with mental health disorders achieve a life of meaning and wellness.

About Us

Mission Prep aims to provide support and sustainable change for adolescents and families who are challenged by primary mental health struggles. We firmly believe in treating the entire family system and allowing families to address the challenges of their children in a safe, sustainable way. At Mission Prep we are committed to preparing teens for the challenges of life and giving families the fresh start they need at our teen mental health treatment.

To do this we utilize a blend of time-tested therapeutic approaches as well as innovative interventions. We create a sustainable experience that can be built upon long after the youth discharges from Mission Prep. Every element of the family’s care is conducted with attention and purpose from the sessions with our board-certified psychiatrist to the beautiful, home-like environment cultivated to bring a sense of belonging and connection for those in our care.

Compensation : $19.00-$23.00 / hour. Pay depends on education and related work experience.

Benefits for full time employees :

Medical, Dental, and Vision plans through Anthem.
FSA / HSA Accounts.
Life / AD&D insurance through Anthem, 100% paid for by the employer.

Other benefits include :

401k plan with employer match.

PTO and Self Care Day.

Educational Assistance Reimbursement Program.

Employee Assistance Program.

Health and Wellness Membership.

Job Duties and Responsibilities :

Coordinates and transports clients safely to all daily activities, ensuring the clients arrive on time to all scheduled activities, and ensures participant safety.

Utilizes intervention and communication skills in working with clients, their families and significant others daily and in crisis.

Rigorously adheres to all Joint Commission policies and procedures, including Waived Testing, Infection Prevention and Control, as well as Emergency Management and Environment of Care procedures.

Proficiently navigate and utilize the BestNotes electronic health record system to document client activities effectively.

Collaborate with the program nurse and clinical team regarding medication management, and monitor and report client behavior with medication side effects. Monitor and document client self-administration medications while coaching clients in self-management and documenting medications in accordance with the organization’s policy on medication use.

Maintain the integrity of the residences, ensuring optimal cleanliness at all times and keeping the area hygienic.

Facilitate recovery and clinically indicated activities and groups according to organization policy and document into the electronic health record.

Conduct observation rounds, as needed to ensure client safety, and document client behavior and participation in treatment. Effectively and correctly report these in daily pass downs.

Responsible for client attendance of daily recovery activities as scheduled.

Assist with intakes and discharges of clients according to AMFM Healthcare's policies and procedures.

Assist in crisis intervention when needed.

Conduct orientation to new residents, including reviewing safety drills, exit routes, evacuation procedures, and first-aid kits.

Required skills and qualifications :

Educational Qualifications : Minimum- High School diploma or equivalent. Preferred- Bachelor's Degree in Psychology or any closely related field.

Successful completion of Criminal Background Check through a CDSS / DOJ Bureau of Criminal Information & Analysis LiveScan, and ADP Selective Services Screening.

Ability to be covered under the company vehicle insurance (valid US driver license; 4 years of clean licensed driving history; at least 21 years of age).

Physical Requirements : Ability to lift 20 lbs.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job function assigned satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and / or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

AMFM Healthcare is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, ethnicity, religion, color, sex (including childbirth, breast feeding and related medical conditions), gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, uniform service member and veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, age, protected medical condition, genetic information, disability, or any other protected status in accordance with all applicable federal, state and local laws.

Related keywords : psychology, social worker, support staff, mental health, technician, recovery, substance abuse, entry level, behavioral healthcare, youth, tech

This position is Tuesday-Saturday SWING, 2 : 30pm-11 : 00pm.

A79-004

40 hours

Salary : $19 - $23

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