Certified Medical Assistant II — Behavioral Health Support

Sun Street Centers; San Luis Obispo (CA); On-site; USD 34,178 - 35,542; Part time

Job summary

A community health organization in San Luis Obispo, CA, is seeking a certified Medical Assistant II to support individuals involved in behavioral health or criminal justice programs. Responsibilities include facilitating residential programs, providing medical observations, and referrals for substance abuse. Candidates must possess relevant certifications and have experience in addiction treatment. This role offers both part-time and full-time opportunities with competitive pay based on experience and certification.

Qualifications

• One year’s experience in alcohol and drug addiction treatment, recovery, or prevention.
• If in recovery, approved amount of time in continuous sobriety.
• Certification as a medical assistant, nursing assistant or emergency medical technician within the State of California is required.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate individual Residential programs in San Luis Obispo, CA.
• Provide medical observation and substance abuse referral.
• Maintain a safe, cooperative, caring atmosphere.

Skills

Experience in alcohol and drug addiction treatment

Certification as a medical assistant

Communication skills

Education

Certification as an EMT, CMA, or CNA

Job description

A community health organization in San Luis Obispo, CA, is seeking a certified Medical Assistant II to support individuals involved in behavioral health or criminal justice programs. Responsibilities include facilitating residential programs, providing medical observations, and referrals for substance abuse. Candidates must possess relevant certifications and have experience in addiction treatment. This role offers both part-time and full-time opportunities with competitive pay based on experience and certification.