ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the duties and responsibilities satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
Experience and Competencies:
- Knowledge of evidenced based practices.
- Ability to exercise good judgment and discretion.
- Ability to work well in a team environment.
- Superior organizational skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Proficiency in word processing programs, preferably MS Word, and spreadsheet programs. Internet skills.
- Ability to work independently.
- High level of initiative.
- Adherence to the highest standard of ethical conduct, especially to standards governing confidentiality.
- Professional appearance and demeanor.
- Bilingual (fluent in English and Spanish).
- Ability to obtain and maintain a criminal history background check.
- Pursuant to Executive Order 2021-075 you must submit proof of vaccination against COVID-19 and pursuant to Order 2021-082 evidence of vaccine booster; or instead medical or religious exemption that meets the requirements set forth in the executive order, as well as negative PCR test or antigens every 7 days.
- During your tenure with WestCare there may be new requirements, including, but not limited to vaccinations that are issued by local, State, Federal, and/or Funders that WestCare may have to comply with. Should this occur Human Resources or appropriate personnel will inform you.
- CPR Certification, First Aid Certification, and an annual Tuberculosis test.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:
- 2 years without recurrence of substance use, experience working with populations in need, ability to understand and implement the concepts of life skills, independent, and ability to understand and address the needs of participants.
- Experience working with populations in need.
- High School Diploma or equivalent.
LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION:
- Not applicable for this position.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
- Work is primarily performed in an office or in a Residential/Outpatient treatment setting.
- Some outdoor activities may be required.
- Must be able to de-escalate situations in the program.