Exodus Recovery, Inc is looking to hire per-diem Mobile Crisis EMTs for our UMCR program located in Los Angeles, CA.

Job Summary:

The Unarmed Model of Crisis Response (UMCR) responds to non-violent calls that may have a social services impact including but not limited to (a) mental health, (b) substance abuse, (c) suicide threat, (d) behavioral distress, (e) conflict resolution, and (f) welfare checks. The Crisis Intervention Specialist II is a field responder tasked with assessing and managing the physical health issues of clients in crisis and works in tandem with the Crisis Intervention Specialist I.

Note: This program operates 24-hours per day, 7 days per week, including all holidays.

Requirements:

Currently licensed as an EMT, AEMT, EMT-P, LPT, LVN, or RN in California.
Two years of experience in crisis intervention or delivery of mental health services in non- traditional settings preferred.
Valid Ca driver’s license & good driving record is preferred.
21 years and older.
Ability to drive and to repeatedly climb in and out of a commercial van.
Ability to operate a cell phone, police radio and lap-top computer.
Must be able to pass a stringent criminal background check and driving record review.
CPR for healthcare professionals certified or able to ascertain certification.
Ability to work effectively with a diverse population including impoverished and alienated persons.
Strong verbal and written communication skills. Ability to work independently and show mature judgment.
Lived experience such as homelessness, substance abuse or prior justice system involvement preferred.

Preferred:

Bilingual candidates preferred
Two years of experience in crisis intervention or delivery of mental health services in nontraditional settings

Physical Demands:

Subject to varying, unpredictable situations, emergency, and/or crisis situations
Occasionally subjected to irregular hours
Ability to drive and to repeatedly climb in and out of a commercial van
Ability to operate a cell phone, push-to-talk radio, tablet, and/or lap-top computer
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; climb stairs; sit; move in any type of terrain; use hands-to-finger, visual acuity to operate equipment and read technical information; type quickly; reach with hands and arms; coordinate multiple tasks simultaneously; collect, interpret, and/ or analyze complex data and information; talk; and hear

Commensurate with experience.

Pay: $33.00 - $36.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k)
Employee assistance program

Work Location: In person

Exodus Recovery Inc.

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