Essential Qualifications:
Certifications/Licenses:
- Possession of a valid Drivers License and able to quality for WC vehicle insurance
- Peer Certification must be obtained within 6 months of hire
- Ability to pass first level and NABS background clearance
- As mandated by Presidential Order all employees of WestCare Foundation, Inc. and all affiliates of WestCare Foundation, Inc. will be required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 effective 11/1/2021. Employees that have requested a Medical or Religious Exemption, which has been approved by Human Resources will be required to test for the virus weekly
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
Education:
- High School diploma or equivalent
Experience and Competencies:
- Must have behavioral health lived experience
- Must be 18 Years of age or older
- Strong reading comprehension, written and oral communication skills
- Demonstrated experience with leadership advocacy or governance
- Bilingual would be an asset
- A minimum of one year without receiving in-patient and/or intensive treatment services
- A minimum of one year without involvement with law enforcement
- A minimum of 6 months in stable and safe housing
- A minimum of 6 months of stable employment or active enrollment in educational setting
- Continues to participate in support groups and/or behavioral health networks
- Must provide 3 letters of references
Working Conditions:
- Work is performed at outreach and treatment locations, in the field and in-home
- Transportation of clients in company vehicle; and
- Some outdoor activities may be required
Essential Physical and Mental Demands of the Job
The employee must be able to perform the following essential duties and activities with or
without accommodation:
Physical Demands:
- Tasks that involve no exposure to human blood, body fluids, or tissues but employment may require performing unplanned Category I tasks. The normal work routine involves no exposure to blood, body fluids, or tissues, BUT exposure or potential exposure may be required as a condition of employment. Appropriate personal protective equipment will be readily available to every employee engaged in Category II tasks
- Occasional lifting of more than 25 pounds;
- Occasional risk of intensive physical activity with clients; and
- Sitting, standing, walking, reaching are performed in the normal course of the position