Behavioral Health Program Assistant

Casa Serena Santa Barbara; Santa Barbara (CA); On-site; USD 33,875 - 56,150; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

90% Employer Paid Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

10% 401k Employer Match

3 Weeks Paid Time Off (PTO) Annually

Job summary

Casa Serena Santa Barbara seeks a Behavioral Health Program Assistant to oversee clients’ daily activities in a compassionate environment. The role involves supporting clinical and medical departments and providing care within a structured facility, ideal for those seeking growth in the mental health field.

Qualifications

• Experience in a behavioral health treatment facility preferred.
• Basic computer skills.
• Valid driver’s license and current personal auto insurance.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical, medical, administrative and operational support.
• Execute client intakes and discharges.
• Facilitate medication observation and transport clients.

Skills

Crisis management

Client intakes & discharges

Drug testing

Self-administered medication observation

Collaboration

Job description

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Description

Casa Serena is a residential substance use, mental health, trauma and eating disorder treatment center for women only. We are currently looking to add creative, compassionate and innovative individuals to the team in the position of Behavioral Health Program Assistant!

As Santa Barbara's only licensed and accredited treatment program for women, we deliver high quality integral care in a collaborative team environment. Our unique curriculum is designed to help women and staff flourish. We believe in providing our staff with the resources and tools necessary to make a lasting impression on our vulnerable population. This is an excellent position for growth and someone who wants to be in the mental health field.

• 10% 401k Employer Match
• 3 Weeks Paid Time Off (PTO) Annually
  
  

Description

Casa Serena is a residential substance use, mental health, trauma and eating disorder treatment center for women only. We are currently looking to add creative, compassionate and innovative individuals to the team in the position of Behavioral Health Program Assistant!

As Santa Barbara's only licensed and accredited treatment program for women, we deliver high quality integral care in a collaborative team environment. Our unique curriculum is designed to help women and staff flourish. We believe in providing our staff with the resources and tools necessary to make a lasting impression on our vulnerable population. This is an excellent position for growth and someone who wants to be in the mental health field.

Benefits

• 90% Employer Paid Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
• 10% 401k Employer Match
• 3 Weeks Paid Time Off (PTO) Annually
  
  

Availability

Must be able to work PM Shifts: 3pm to 11:15pm, Monday thru Sunday

Primary Purpose And Function

The Program Assistant oversees the clients’ daily activities by maintaining a structured environment within the facility. This position also supports the clinical and medical departments while providing a safe, positive, intellectual, and emotional social living environment for all clients.

Essential Functions And Responsibilities

• Provide clinical, medical, administrative and operational support to all departments
• Support the Residential Manager with compliance across all governing entities
• Assist clients in meeting program requirements while upholding the organizational structure
• Collaborate with colleagues via team meetings
• Provide psychoeducation support to clients as guided by the clinical team
• Assist with client admissions and discharges
• Observe and report client behavior that may require medical or psychological intervention
• Provide accurate and clinically minded documentation throughout shift according to policies and procedures
• Transport and supervise clients to various activities
• Facilitate medication observation
• Perform crisis management as needed
• Perform High Risk Rounds and Withdrawal Screenings as guided by the Healthcare Manager and MEdical Team
• Conduct UA drug screening and perform room and property searches
• Facilitate a variety of group activities
• Assist all departments in providing a professional and compassionate environment
• Ensure a safe environment throughout the facility
  
  

Requirements

Core Competency (minimum skills, knowledge and experience needed to perform essential functions and responsibilities)

• Client intakes & discharges
• Drug testing
• Room and belongings searches
• Crisis management
• Self - administered medication observation
• Possess a professional demeanor and a collaborative spirit.
• Have a general understanding and/or training in cultural diversity issues.
  
  

Minimum Qualifications

• Experience in a behavioral health treatment facility preferred.
• Basic computer skills.
• Ability to communicate clearly, both in writing and verbally with clients, administration.
• Valid driver’s license and current personal auto insurance.
• Clean driving record and insurable by our insurance carrier.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Administrative

• Industries

  Mental Health Care

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