Residential Medical Assistant II — Behavioral Health (Third Shift)

Sun Street Centers; Salinas (CA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Sun Street Centers is seeking a Medical Assistant II - Residential to support a 24/7 residential program in Salinas, CA. The role focuses on medical observation, intake coordination, and connecting participants with substance abuse resources.

You will help maintain a safe, respectful environment and work with hospital and law enforcement partners as needed. The ideal candidate has at least one year of experience in addiction treatment or prevention and holds California certification as a Medical

Qualifications

• Minimum one year in alcohol/drug treatment, recovery, or prevention.
• State certification in California as a Medical Assistant or related role is required.
• Ability to monitor vital signs and assist in medical observation.

Responsibilities

• Provide medical observation and coordinate intake/discharge activities.
• Maintain accurate observation notes and documentation.
• Monitor clients in detox settings and communicate urgent medical concerns.
• Oversee medication observation and logging.
• Support residential operations and light clerical tasks.

Skills

Crisis management

Observation & documentation

Vigilance & safety

Patient/catient interaction

Communication (verbal & written)

Collaboration with agencies

Cultural competence

Residential care experience

Education

California Medical Assistant Certification

Tools

Electronic health records (EHR)

Job description

Sun Street Centers is seeking a Medical Assistant II - Residential to support a 24/7 residential program in Salinas, CA. The role focuses on medical observation, intake coordination, and connecting participants with substance abuse resources.

You will help maintain a safe, respectful environment and work with hospital and law enforcement partners as needed. The ideal candidate has at least one year of experience in addiction treatment or prevention and holds California certification as a Medical