RESPONSIBILITIES
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.
• The Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) model and the Full-Service Partnership (FSP) model associated with the
Mental Health Services Act (MHSA). Each of these models provides services available 24 hours per day,365 days per
year, doing "Whatever It Takes".
• Active member of treatment team, providing medical care and support to clients.
• Monitor clients in the Patient Assistance Program; properly chart and complete documentation in the electronic health
record.
• Coordinate medication orders and refills with pharmacies.
• Respond to client calls regarding medication issues. Provide client education regarding medications and their side
effects.
• Dispense and administer prescribed medications.
• Collaborate with Psychiatrist and Registered Nurse regarding client well-being and medication compliance.
• Respond appropriately to medical emergencies.
• Take and record vital signs.
• Ability to create written documentation that is legible, clear and concise
• Demonstrate knowledge of cultural and socio-economic factors that inform service provision to persons with psychiatric
or dual diagnosis disorders; demonstrated ability to engage culturally diverse populations
• Demonstrate ability to provide counseling and clinical services. Ability to communicate verbally and interpret, explain
and advise about medical information to clients, staff, family members and community providers
• Comply with all MHS and program rules, policies and procedures including HIPAA standards..

QUALIFICATIONS
• Completion of a licensed Vocational Nursing Program from an accredited college or university
• Current licensure as a Vocational Nurse in California
• Minimum of three years of experience treating psychiatric and dually diagnosed population
• Bilingual English/Spanish if the position serves Spanish speaking population highly desirable
• Ability to work independently and effectively collaborate as part of a team
• Ability to problem solve and react appropriately to emergency situations
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite and EHR software
• Valid California driver’s license and current auto insurance coverage

PAY RANGE: $26 - $30/HR