PEER/Recovery Assistant

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PEER/Recovery Assistant

Salary

$52,722.74 - $62,743.00 Annually

Location

Santa Barbara, CA

Job Type

Full-time

Job Number

24-5160-01 (O)

Department

Behavioral Wellness

Opening Date

03/07/2024

Closing Date

Continuous

Description

SALARY 
$25.26 - $30.06 Hourly
$52,722.74 - $62,743.00 Annually
Bilingual allowance when applicable
Special Duty Assignment allowance when regularly assigned to the Psychiatric Health Facility
 
 
We are accepting applications to establish one employment list to fill full-time, part-time, extra help and 1414* Recovery Assistant vacancies in multiple locations including but not limited to Santa Barbara, Santa Maria, and Lompoc for the Behavioral Wellness Department and Public Defender’s Office. Therefore, you must check the Individual Location(s) on the application where you would be willing to accept an assignment.
 
The selected candidate may need to travel between different sites within Santa Barbara County.  The operational area may include: Santa Barbara, Carpinteria, Goleta, Lompoc, Los Olivos, Santa Maria, and Santa Ynez.
   
*1414 vacancies may occur as a result of a leave of absence (Civil Service Rule 1414) and the duration of the appointment shall be subject to the return of the individual who is on leave. A person who is appointed to a position under Civil Service Rule 1414 may be able to transition into a regular position in the classification without re-application or re-testing, depending on the performance of the appointee and the needs of the department. 
 
THE POSITION:
Under general supervision, assists professional staff in the delivery of mental health, medical, and community services to persons with severe and persistent mental illness; and performs related duties as required.

Incumbents in this class work within a system of interdisciplinary departmental teams and/or contract service agencies providing assessment, prevention, intervention, treatment, and related ancillary support services via an integrated service delivery system to people with alcohol and other drug-related problems, mental illness, and/or co-occurring conditions.
   
The candidate will also assist in planning, organizing, implementing and documenting individualized client/patient care for individuals from a variety of cultural backgrounds. Client/Patient Care programs include direct client care, indirect client care and/or administrative coordination, and support of behavioral health and related activities.  
   
The candidate may have occasional contact with hostile and violent clients and may be required to drive long distances under varied weather conditions and work irregular hours (shifts may be up to twelve (12) hours, rotating days, nights, weekends and holidays).
   
To be considered for a Peer Recovery Assistant position, please select the "Peer Support Services" program in the Supplemental Questions.
   
The Ideal Candidate will have when working with the Behavioral Wellness Department:
  • Individuals with lived experience, OR who are the parents, guardians, caregivers and/or family members living with individuals with a behavioral health, alcohol and/or substance use disorders.
  • Willingness and ability to effectively disclose that experience to consumers in order to establish credibility and empathy and provide examples of recovery and real-life strategies for dealing with mental illness
  • Develop and maintain sound working relationships with diverse people and personalities 
  • Successfully work with and interact with all levels of staff and contract service agencies 
  • Work independently, organize and prioritize work, and meet critical deadlines 
  • Handle multiple tasks with competing priorities 
  • Be open to change and new information, and adapt behavior and work methods in response to new information, changing conditions, and unexpected obstacles. 
  • Have the ability to prepare and write clear and concise documents (e.g., memoranda, and correspondence)
  • Exercise appropriate judgment in answering questions and releasing information; analyzing and projecting consequences of decisions and/or recommendations 
  • Contribute to and document initial and ongoing biopsychosocial client/patient evaluations and assessments 
  • Contribute to development and revision of written plan of care
  • Demonstrate computer literacy for electronic health record documentation 
  • Recognize and communicate abnormal findings to RN's 
  • Recognize and communicate observations related to effects and side effects of medications and signs of substance intoxication or withdrawal 
  • Provide client/family education regarding client/patient's disposition
  • Incorporate discharge planning into client/patient care 
  • Implement agreed-upon plan of care 
  • Perform routine care for clients 
  • Have experience providing services to persons with severe and persistent mental illness
  • Have Bilingual skills in English & Spanish and/or Mixteco; desired, but not required
The Ideal Candidate will have when working with the Public Defender’s Office:
  • Empathy and compassion for the lived experience of those from different cultural backgrounds, capacities, and expression  
  • Have the ability to work within a team and understand the need for confidentiality within the client’s defense team
  • Ability to work independently, organize and prioritize work, and meet critical deadlines
  • Ability to multi-task, handle high stress situations, thrive under pressure and adapt to change
  • Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to handle difficult situations with tact and diplomacy
  • Have Bilingual skills in English & Spanish and/or Mixteco desired, but not required 
 
ABOUT THE DEPARTMENTS: 
Founded in 1962, it is the mission of the Department of Behavioral Wellnessto promote the prevention of and recovery from mental illness and addiction among individuals, families and communities, by providing effective leadership and delivering state-of-the-art, culturally competent services. The Department provides treatment, rehabilitation, and support services to 10,000 clients with mental illness and substance use disorders annually through its professional staff of over 400, in addition to its many contracted Community-Based Organization (CBO) providers. The Department’s decisions and service delivery are guided by the following values:
  • Quality services for persons of all ages with mental illness and/or substance abuse
  • Integrity in individual and organizational actions
  • Dignity, respect, and compassion for all persons
  • Active involvement of clients and families in treatment, recovery, and policy development
  • Diversity throughout our organization and cultural competency in service delivery
  • A system of care and recovery that is clearly defined and promotes recovery and resiliency
  • Emphasis on prevention and treatment
  • Teamwork among department employees in an atmosphere that is respectful and creative
  • Continuous quality improvement in service delivery and administration
  • Wellness modeled for our clients at all levels; i.e., staff who regularly arrive at the workplace healthy, energetic and resilient
  • Safety for everyone
For more information, please visit:  www.countyofsb.org/behavioral-wellness

Public Defender’s Office
The County of Santa Barbara Public Defender’s Office represents people living in poverty and who have been traditionally marginalized from a holistic and client-centered perspective. We stand with our clients every day in many courtrooms  across Santa Maria, Santa Barbara, and Lompoc. Standing with our clients includes bringing to bear resources of lawyers, legal office professionals, investigators, social workers, IT professionals, and other professionals to craft the best defenses and most successful reentry plans that elevate our client’s needs. Public Defenders in Santa Barbara County work every day with people living on the street, living with a lack of appropriate services, and living with a host of complex needs. We use the tools of litigation, trial, negotiation, diversion, and services-based solutions to assist our clients every day. We walk with adults and children into arraignments, misdemeanor, felony, trial, and advocate in mental health, veterans, and drug specialty courts to avoid the potentially lifelong and crushing aftermath of criminal cases, involuntary commitment, or unresponsive probate or conservatorship situations. We enhance public safety by holding the legal system to uphold the constitutional and statutory rights of our community and honor their spaces, stories, and struggles. We are an organization that grapples with issues of racial justice and equity to heal the past injustices that influence our community daily.  Further, we work alongside community-based organizations to create more opportunities for restoration, healing, and the future success of our clients.

The Public Defender’s Community Defender Division (CDD) continues to provide compassionate and tireless advocacy and services for our clients while simultaneously seeking long-term systemic changes to improve the lives of our most vulnerable citizens.  CDD combines the knowledge and expertise of social workers, housing advocates, resource specialists and attorneys to address the entire person and all of the underlying causes for involvement with the criminal justice system. 

Examples of Duties

  1. Provides transportation for clients, within and out-of-county, to destinations such as mental health and medical care facilities, board and care facilities, and court; delivers medications, documents, or personal belongings of clients. 
  2. Assists clients by explaining the need for and value of services; accompanies and supports clients in performing daily living activities such as shopping or banking. 
  3. Observes and reports verbally and in writing to professional staff the behavior and physical state of clients; documents observations of clients and activity with clients in medical charts by utilizing the electronic health records system. 
  4. Speaks on behalf of clients in interactions with medical service providers and staff at various organizations or businesses; assists clients in completing online forms and applications.

Employment Standards

In order to be considered for this position, applicants must provide detailed information on their application to demonstrate how they meet the employment standards (minimum qualifications) listed below: 
 

  • One (1) year of experience providing services to people with psychiatric, physical, or developmental disabilities; OR, 
  • A combination of training, education, and experience that is equivalent to the employment standard listed above and that provides the required knowledge and abilities. 
Additional Qualifications: 
Driver's License:  A valid driver's license is required at the time of applications. A valid California Class C Driver's License is required at the time of appointment.
 
Knowledge of:  basic English grammar and usage; characteristics of human behavior; and safe driving practices.
 
Ability to:  observe clients, recognize behavior changes, and take effective action; respond supportively, empathetically, and professionally to persons with severe and persistent mental illness; make appropriate decisions within limits of authority; learn basics of behavioral health treatment systems and common signs/symptoms of acute mental illness; learn various community-based services; understand and follow oral and written instructions; interact with a wide range of people; prepare narrative reports and forms; work irregular hours and weekends; read a map; safely drive a vehicle; work independently; use a computer; and learn software programs.
 
 Working Conditions:  Incumbents will have occasional contact with hostile and violent clients. Incumbents will be required to drive long distances under varied weather conditions, and work irregular hours. 
 
Background Investigation:  Finalists for positions in this class will be required to pass a pre-offer, job-related background investigation.

Supplemental Information

APPLICATION & SELECTION PROCESS:
 

  • Review applications and supplemental questionnaire to determine those applicants who meet the employment standards. 
  • Supplemental Questionnaire Ranking:  Candidates' response to the required supplemental questionnaire will be evaluated and scored.  Candidates' final score and rank on the employment list will be determined by their responses to the supplemental questionnaire.  This process may be eliminated if there are fewer than 11 qualified candidates. 
Applicants must receive a percentage score of at least 70 on the supplemental questionnaire to be placed on an employment list. An adjustment may be made to raw scores based on factors listed in Civil Service Rule VI. Those candidates who are successful in the selection process will have their names placed on the employment list for a minimum of three months. At the time the employment list is established, all candidates will receive written notice of their score on the exam(s), rank on the employment list, and exact duration of the employment list.
    
Recruiters will communicate with applicant by e-mail during each step in the recruitment process.  Applicants are reminded to check spam filters continuously during the Recruitment & Selection Process steps listed above to ensure they do not miss required deadlines.
 
CONDITIONAL JOB OFFER:   
  • Live Scan and Background Check: Once a conditional offer of employment has been made, the selected candidate's appointment is contingent upon successful completion of a Live Scan and background check which includes a conviction history check, and satisfactory reference checks. A Live Scan is electronic fingerprint scanning that is certified by the State Department of Justice. Further instructions about when and how to complete the Live Scan will be included in the offer letter. Appointee will be subject to a post-offer medical evaluation or examination.  
  • The appointee must satisfactorily complete a one-year probationary period.
 
Additional information:
  • Fingerprinting for the purpose of a criminal record check as authorized by Section 16501 of the California Welfare and Institutions Code and Section 11105.3 of the California Penal Code may be required for some positions. 
  • Finalists for positions in this class will be required to pass a pre-offer, job-related background investigation.

 
REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS:   The County of Santa Barbara is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to applicants. Qualified individuals with disabilities who need a reasonable accommodation during the application or selection process should contact the recruiter listed on the job posting. We require verification of needed accommodation from a professional source, such as a Medical Provider or a learning institution.
 
BENEFITS: For more information on County of Santa Barbara benefits click on the Benefits Tab above or visit:  https://www.countyofsb.org/3085/SEIU-Local-620 
Additionally, applicants from other public sector employers may qualify for retirement reciprocity and time and service credit towards an advanced vacation accrual rate.  
 
Statement of Commitment:  The County of Santa Barbara is dedicated to cultivating and sustaining an environment that exhibits equity and inclusion everywhere, and at all levels of our organization.  The County believes equity is a fundamental principle that must be imbedded in policies, institutional practices and systems. The County recognizes the negative impacts of systemic racism and is committed to eliminating the barriers affecting our Black, Latinx, Indigenous, and Asian community members, as well as people of other diverse racial and ethnic backgrounds. We envision a world where society and its systems (e.g. education, criminal justice, and health care, housing the economy) are just, fair, and inclusive, enabling all people to participate and reach their full potential.
 
We celebrate community and employee diversity, strive for inclusion and belonging, and promote empowered participation. We aspire to build a workforce that is reflective of these values and the communities we serve. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and will resolutely uphold federal, California state law and/or Santa Barbara County ordinances.
 
We believe equity and inclusion are vital to fulfill the County’s mission and to embody a culture of “One County, One Future.” Expanding the full range of employee talent allows the County to deliver our best to all our community members.
 
We believe in the dignity and humanity of all people. We strive for a healthy and prosperous society that promotes all people having equitable access and opportunity.
 
Disaster Service Worker: Pursuant to Governmental code section 3100, all employees with the County of Santa Barbara are declared to be disaster service workers subject to such disaster service. Activities as may be assigned to them by their superiors or by law.
 
APPLICATION AND SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE DEADLINE:  Open until filled; first application review is on Monday, April 1, 2024. Applications and job bulletins can be obtained 24 hours a day at www.sbcountyjobs.com.  
 
 Amaris Tang, Recruitment Analyst, Behavioral Wellness Department – atang@sbcbwell.org   
 

Retirement Plans                                                     

  • Generous County Defined Benefit Plan
  • Eligible to participate in 457(b) Deferred Compensation Plan
  • Retirement Reciprocity with CalPERS, CalSTRS, and 1937 Act plans
  • For more information on our retirement plans, please visit: https://www.sbcers.org/ and http://www.santabarbara457.com
Health Benefits
  • Choice of dental, vision and medical plans. In addition to the Benefit Allowance noted above, the County contributes toward medical premiums and dental premiums
  • On-Site Employee Health Clinics in Santa Barbara and Santa Maria which provide ongoing and episodic services to eligible employees and their eligible dependents 
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) offers free, confidential assistance with personal and workplace problems to employees and their immediate family members
  • Healthcare Advocacy Program to help employees navigate the complexities of health plan benefits
  • Available Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Savings Account (HSA), Supplemental Term or Whole Life Insurance, Personal Accident Insurance, Critical Illness Insurance, Accident Insurance and more!
  • For more information on our health benefits, please visit: https://www.countyofsb.org/4012/Health-Benefits
Paid Time Off
  • Vacation Leave 12 to 25 days per year depending on length of public employment
  • Sick Leave 12 days annually with unlimited accumulation, one year of which can be converted to service credit upon retirement
  • Paid Holidays based on bargaining unit (view the compensation summary for this bargaining unit, link below)
  • Alternative Transportation Benefit (TDM) up to 2 days of additional vacation for using alternative methods of commuting
  • For more information on Paid Time Off please view the Compensation Summary for this bargaining unit (available below)
Miscellaneous Benefits
  • County Paid Term Life Insurance
  • County Paid Long Term Disability Insurance
  • Childcare and Employee Discounts
  • Relocation Assistance may apply
  • Flexible work schedule may apply
  • For more information on all of these benefits, please visit: https://www.countyofsb.org/4013/24636/WorkLife-Benefits
Compensation Summary

 
*This benefits list is for convenience only; please refer to the Memorandum of Understanding for complete details of terms and conditions. Amounts are generally prorated for part-time employment.

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I acknowledge that it is my responsibility as an applicant to provide sufficient information on my application to demonstrate that my education and experience meets the employment standards (minimum qualifications) for this position as detailed in the job bulletin. I further acknowledge that if the County determines that I do not meet the employment standards there will be no opportunity for me to provide additional information regarding my application after the closing date listed on the job bulletin. Therefore, I understand that before submitting a job application, it is important that I review the job bulletin thoroughly and ensure that my application clearly reflects how my education and experience meets the employment standards at the time I submit my application.
  • I understand.
02
As part of the application process, a completed supplemental questionnaire must be submitted along with the standard application form. Resumes will be accepted, but NOT in lieu of a completed application and supplemental questionnaire.
  • I understand.
03
The Human Resources Department communicates with All Applicants through e-mail. Please make sure your email address is entered correctly and it is current. If you feel you are not receiving your emails, please check your spam or junk inbox for our emails. Please check selection process on job bulletin for dates notices will be sent out and dates the information is required to be completed.
  • I understand.
04
Please make sure you provide your education and work experience on your application. All applicants must meet one of the requirements (minimum qualifications) listed below at the time of application. It is the applicant's responsibility to provide all supporting information on their application, and not on a resume. All information may be verified as true and correct. Please check which employment standard you meet. If you realize you do not meet one of the qualifications listed below or do not provide enough information on how you meet the employment standard you selected; your application will not be accepted.
  • I understand.
05
To be considered for this position your application must CLEARLY state how you meet each of the requirements under EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS on the Job Bulletin or you will not be considered for this position. If you are unsure, go back and review your application before continuing. Which Employment Standard did you clearly state on your application?
  • One (1) year of experience providing services to people with psychiatric, physical, or developmental disabilities.
  • A combination of training, education, and/or experience that is equivalent to the employment standard listed above and that provides the required knowledge and abilities.
  • None of the above - I do not meet the minimum qualifications for this position
06
If you selected option #2 for the preceding supplemental question, "A combination of training, education, and/or experience that is equivalent...," then please describe in detail how your combined training, education and experience qualifies you for this position. Write "N/A" if this does not apply to you.
07
Available positions may include Full-time (40 hours per week), Part-time (less than 40 hours), or Temporary work. Please select what type(s) of employment you are willing to accept.
  • Full-time (40 hours per week)
  • Part-time (less than 40 hour per week)
  • Temporary/Extra Help
  • None of the above
08
Per the position description, "Candidates may have occasional contact with hostile and violent clients, drive long distances under varied weather conditions and work irregular hours," are you willing to work under these conditions?
  • Yes
  • No
09
Do you possess a valid Class C Driver's License? Please note that a valid California Class C driver's license is required at the time of appointment
  • Yes
  • No
10
IMPORTANT INFORMATION: Please read carefully, Individuals with lived experience, OR who are the parents, guardians, caregivers and/or family members living with individuals with a behavioral health, alcohol and/or substance use disorders and willingness and ability to effectively disclose that experience to consumers in order to establish credibility and empathy and provide examples of recovery and real-life strategies for dealing with mental illness.
  • I have "lived experience" and am willing to disclose experience to consumers.
  • I am a parent, guardian, caregiver and/or family member living with individuals with a behavioral health, alcohol and/or substance use disorders and am willing to disclose experience to consumers.
  • I do NOT have "lived experience" and am willing to disclose experience to consumers.
11
The Psychiatric Health Facility (PHF) is a 24/7 In-Patient Unit which requires shift work including holidays, evening, weekend and overnight shifts. Are you willing to work the required schedule listed above, which includes 12-hour shifts, such as 7:00PM to 7:00AM?
  • Yes
  • No
12
Describe your years of experience working in an In-Patient Facility or Psychiatric Health Facility. Please include the length of employment, the name of the agency(s), the type of agency(s) you worked for and the functions you performed.
13
How many years of experience do you have working in an In-patient Facility or locked Psychiatric Unit?
  • 5 or more years of experience
  • 4 years up to 5 years of experience
  • 3 years up to 4 years of experience
  • 2 years up to 3 years of experience
  • 1 year up to 2 years of experience
  • Less than 1 year of experience
  • I do not have this experience
14
In Question #12, if you answered you have previous work experience in an In-Patient Facility or locked Psychiatric Unit, please select which job functions you performed.
  • Completed unit rounds, visualizing each patient and documenting location and activity of each
  • Utilizing a team approach, worked with team members to assist with de-escalation and non-violent crisis interventions to help maintain safety
  • Obtained patient vital signs
  • Provided meal/food service
  • Assisted with Activities of Daily Living (i.e. showering, toileting, dressing, feeding)
  • Participated in unit recreational activities/groups; encouraged patient participation in Group Activity Program
  • Provided transportation of patients to obtain other services (i.e. off-site medical appointments, discharge transportation)
  • I do not have this experience
15
Below is a list of departments who utilize the position of PEER Recovery Assistant. Please check which department(s) you would want to be considered to work for. Please keep in mind that during the life of the employment list, some of these departments may not have vacancies that arise. This is your only opportunity to make your selection.
  • Behavioral Wellness - http://www.countyofsb.org/behavioral-wellness (See Behavioral Wellness Programs in the next question)
  • Public Defender's Office – DSH Diversion Program: Candidates selected by the Public Defender's Office will be working on a three-year grant funded by the Department of State Hospitals (DSH). The DSH Diversion Program is a collaboration between DSH and county governments to develop or expand diversion programs for individuals with serious mental illness who face felony charges and could be determined Incompetent to Stand Trial (IST). Some individuals who are Incompetent to Stand Trial commit felonies that stem from serious mental illness. They have difficulty accessing mental health services and committing to treatment and often cycle repeatedly through the criminal justice system. The goal of the DSH Diversion Program is to provide these individuals, when deemed appropriate by the court to do so, with long-term community mental health treatment and other services so as to avoid criminal charges and institutionalization. Individuals selected for this position will be identifying client's mental health needs to find candidates that would be ideal diversion candidates.
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Following are the Available Programs within Behavioral Wellness Department and a brief description of job duties associated with the position. After reading each description, select all the Program(s) you are interested in working in. You must select at least one program to be considered for the Behavioral Wellness Department.
  • Adult Services: Experience/training in the following areas: Working with adults living with Severe and Persistent Mental Illness (SPMI); adults with severe, complex Co-Occurring disorders (SPMI and Alcohol/substance abuse); older adults; providing case management linkage and advocacy for clients- specifically for housing, benefits, medical service needs, vocational/educational support; rehab/skill building assistance for clients – specifically in areas of social skills, daily living (ADL) , money management, use of community services; screening , evaluation, and treatment planning; Providing individual and group rehab and skill building service; crisis intervention services; Recovery Model; work with Consumer/Peer employee/co-workers; field based or outreach services; services for homeless.
  • Children's Services: Experience/training in the following areas: Understanding of the impact of trauma in children, teens, and Transitional Age Youth Family Systems knowledge; Screening , Evaluation and Treatment planning; Providing Individual, Family, and/or Group rehab and skill training; work with children or teens involved with gangs or juvenile probation; work with children in the foster care system and collaboration with Child Welfare Services; work with schools, children in Special Education or with IEP; Crisis Intervention with children; other relevant experience.
  • Crisis and Triage Services: Experience/training in the following areas: Working on mobile psychiatric crisis teams (adults and children); evaluation and facilitation of 5150; collaboration with crisis provider partners- law enforcement, hospital emergency departments, jail; providing outreach and linkage services to individuals who are experiencing a behavioral health crisis and who are not linked or engaged with behavioral health services; evaluation or crisis intervention with other populations or situations that experience crisis needs- older adults, developmentally disabled, forensic clients, persons with physical disabilities, LGBQT clients, victims of domestic violence. Working hours are from 7:00 am to 11:00 pm.
  • Forensic Services- Adults: Experience/training in the following areas: Working with adults living with Severe and Persistent Mental Illness (SPMI); adults with severe, complex Co-Occurring disorders (SPMI and Alcohol/substance abuse);experience with forensic behavioral health service programs or treatment courts; understanding of incompetency to stand trial laws and procedures; collaboration with forensic partners- judges, public defender, district attorney, public guardian, law enforcement, jail; documentation for court reports.
  • Juvenile Justice MH: Experience/training in Trauma Informed and Evidence Based treatments to youth and their families in Santa Barbara County Juvenile Probation institutions, including Juvenile Hall, Los Prietos Boys Camp, and out of custody probation centers. Staff also conduct evaluations for the Juvenile Court and liaise between Juvenile Justice partner agencies including DCFS, Public Defender, District Attorney, Law Enforcement (Probation, sheriff, and Police), Courts, CBO's, and Behavioral Wellness children's clinics to ensure linkage to appropriate services in the community. Working in this program will require an awareness and understanding of the operations of Family/Juvenile court systems, group homes, shelter care, and detention facilities; including work in maximum-security facilities for children requiring candidates pass an FBI background check, which includes live scan. Must be willing to work flexible hours. An additional 5% pay for this position.
  • Psychiatric Health Facility (PHF): Incumbents in this class work within a system of interdisciplinary departmental teams and/or contract service agencies providing assessment, prevention, intervention, treatment, and related ancillary support services via an integrated service delivery system to people with alcohol and other drug-related problems, mental illness, and/or co-occurring conditions. An additional 5% pay for this position. This program operates on a 24/7 basis.
  • The ACT Model Program: The ACT model, or Assertive Community Treatment, is evidence-based practice and has been shown to be extremely effective. The teams offer 24/7/365 availability and are multi-agency and multi-disciplinary in nature allowing for the provision of true wrap-around services. The team meets together each morning as part of a multi-disciplinary team (Psychiatrist, Nurses, Rehabilitation Specialist, Substance Abuse Specialist, Therapist/Social Worker/Counselor, Case Managers, Peer Support Team Members). Staff provide the bulk of services in the community (up to 75%), and collaborate throughout the day as needed through the shift manager. The team serves clients with a history of hospitalizations, arrests, use of crisis services, and homelessness. They provide on-call crisis support, and work weekends and holidays. The AOT (Assisted Outpatient Treatment) program, aka Laura's Law, works with unengaged individuals who are at risk of further decompensation without additional support, which may be court-ordered / monitored for a period of up to six months. This program provides all the services of an Assertive Community Treatment Team. The ACT/AOT Program Caseworker will have competency in at least 2 of the following areas: A) Providing practical help and support, advocacy, and coordination with other resources in the community, in order to assist clients in remaining independent and avoid hospitalization or incarceration. B) Provide crisis intervention services and carry an on-call phone as scheduled by the program manager or supervisor; C) Evaluation of clients in crisis for potential 5150; D) Provide linkage to services in the community through collaboration with other agencies (i.e., law enforcement, hospitals, jails, other behavioral health providers) as needed. E) Provide additional support such as budgeting, time management, housing resources, pre-vocational rehabilitative services, and medication delivery/coaching.
  • Peer Support Services/Technology Suite Project: Peers (lived experience or family member of a person living with a behavioral health condition) work in a multi-disciplinary team to provide a full range of information, linkage to resources, sharing of experience, group facilitation, education on digital literacy and the usage of technology as it relates to mental wellness, training, support, encouragement, advocacy, service effectiveness assessment and related services in order to assist the consumer and family/caregiver in coping with immediate situation. PLEASE NOTE: The Ideal candidate as a Peer will have the ability to coordinate outreach for the Behavioral Health Services Act Peer Technology Suite Project. Including mobile and internet technology education, awareness, and trainings within the community and organizing project activities and skill-building classes with consumers; have the ability to develop and provide feedback on outreach and engagement materials with marketing vendor(s) and presentation in community with marketing materials; have the ability to support the Tech Suite Project Management Team on testing applications, user story development, and development of training materials; connect consumers/end-users with the new Technology Suite application services using their own lived experience as a Peer; interface with system providers and advocacy organizations regarding technology suite applications and engagement with the project; provide One-on-One and group support to clients including educating peers and family members about using technology for health, wellness, and recovery.
  • Alcohol and Other Drug Services: Working with individuals with Substance Use Disorders in a multi-disciplinary team to promote recovery from addiction through outreach services, sharing of experience, linkage, advocacy, group facilitation, support with treatment plan activities, and recovery support services. The ideal candidate will have knowledge of and experience in recovery from Substance Use Disorders and experience providing outreach services including presentations.
  • I am not interested in programs within the Behavioral Wellness Department.
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If you are interested in working in the Public Defender's Office, do you have experience working with clients who are incompetent to stand trial (IST) or living with grave mental illness or intellectual disability? (Full details of this experience/position(s) should be on your completed application.
  • Yes
  • No
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If you are interested in working in the Public Defender's Office, do you have experience working with clients who are in the criminal legal system? (Full details of this experience/position(s) should be on your completed application.
  • Yes
  • No
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I understand my responses to the following supplemental questions will be used as a weighed, scored selection device that will determine my ranking on the employment list for this job. For information on protest procedures for the supplemental questionnaire, please see Civil Service Rules 612 and 613: https://www.countyofsb.org/1444/Civil-Service-Rules
  • I understand.
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How many years of experience do you have as a Recovery Assistant? Internship(s), volunteer experience, and/or part-time experience is applicable (full details of this experience/position(s) should be on your completed application).
  • 3 or more years of experience
  • 2 years up to 3 years of experience
  • 1 year up to 2 years of experience
  • Less than 1 year of experience
  • I do not have this experience
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Please select which settings you have experience in or knowledge of (full details of this experience/position(s) should be on your completed application):
  • Behavioral Health Treatment Setting
  • Alcohol & Drug Treatment Setting
  • Residential Treatment Setting (i.e. Group Homes, Halfway Houses)
  • Peer Support Services Setting
  • Other Type of Treatment Setting
  • None of the above
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Behavioral Wellness Recovery Assistants provide the following services to clients. Please select the services you have experience providing (full details of this experience/position(s) should be on your completed application).
  • Provide transportation/delivery services for clients
  • Support clients with daily living activities
  • Provide clear explanation of services to clients
  • Speak on client's behalf
  • Observe, report verbally, and document observations of clients
  • Document activities with clients
  • None of the above
23
Please select which of the following training(s) you have completed (full details of this training(s) should be on your completed application).
  • CPR
  • AED
  • First Aid
  • CPI
  • ServSafe Food Handler Certification
  • None of the above

Required Question

Agency
County of Santa Barbara
Address
1226 Anacapa Street

Santa Barbara, California, 93101
Website
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