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THE POSITION:

Under direct supervision, the Police Officer Trainee attends a Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training (P.O.S.T) approved Police Basic Recruit Academy and successfully completes the academic and physical training required for appointment to the classification of Police Officer Recruit II.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

Duties may include but are not limited to the following:

• Participate in a P.O.S.T certified police academy designed to provide an overview of the criminal justice system including knowledge of laws, police procedures, law enforcement techniques, first aid and physical fitness.
• Receives training to develop an awareness of Police Department functions, as well as the responsibilities of Police Officers and how those responsibilities relate to field operations.
• Receives academy and field training to become a Police Officer.
• Learns proper handling and firing of firearms, report writing and emergency vehicle operation. 
• Develops an understanding and working knowledge of the California Penal, Vehicle, Health and Safety Codes. 
• Develops an understanding of proper evidence collection and preservation methods.
   

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THE POSITION

Tri-City is looking for two individuals to serve as part-time (20 hours/ week) Housing Wellness Advocates I, II or III in the Housing Division. The Housing Wellness Advocate positions are for persons with “lived experience” defined as either direct or indirect experience with mental health or behavioral health services. Assigned schedules for these positions will be 8AM – 1PM M-F & 12PM – 5PM M-F.  The Housing Wellness Advocate positions will report to Housing Manager.

This position is responsible for a variety of ongoing responsibilities including, but not limited to:

• Provide housing case management, advocacy, support and guidance to persons and families referred to Tri-City to receive services and who have housing instability;
   
• Develop individual case management service plans by using the completed Los Angeles Department of Health Services approved psychosocial assessment, solve problems directly related to housing, and provide encouragement, motivation and support to clients seeking to establish or strengthen their progress;

• Assist clients/families with completion of appropriate forms and documents relating to accessing services within the intake process, as warranted;

• Provide mentoring and/or coaching by helping clients set recovery goals, develop individual Wellness and Recovery Plans (WRAP), solve problems directly related to recovery;

• Perform wellness checks on new and existing clients and assist in program development and case review;

• Other duties as assigned, etc.

THE POSITION

Tri-City is looking for one (1) special individual to serve as a Clinical Therapist I for the Field Capable Services (Older Adult Support Services) Program. This position is a field based, bilingual position which requires the incumbent to meet with clients, ages 60+, in the field at private homes, senior residency sites, local senior centers, etc.  The Clinical Therapist I will report to a Program Supervisor.   

This position is responsible for a variety of ongoing responsibilities including, but not limited to:

• Under supervision, to provide counseling/psychotherapy, mental health assessment, consultation, & education within the scope of practice determined by licensure & Tri-City Mental Health policies & procedures;
   
• Provide crisis intervention to mentally ill/emotionally disabled individuals and their families;
   
• Provide case management services on or offsite; meet with clients for regular therapeutic interviews, guide clients in understanding of their illness and contributing personal, social and economic factors;
   
• Assist clients in developing realistic plans and advice clients on community resources;
   
• Maintain records of all activities relating to clients’ care and must adhere to Agency and service billing requirements; work on a multidisciplinary team to promote recovery and other duties as assigned, etc.

THE POSITION

Tri-City is looking for special individual to serve as a Clinical Therapist I or II for the Children’s Outpatient Program (COP) in the Child & Family Clinic. The Clinical Therapist I/II will appeal to individuals who are passionate about working with children, adolescents, young adults and their families.  The Clinical Therapist I/II will report to a Program Supervisor.

This position is responsible for a variety of ongoing responsibilities including, but not limited to:

• Provide individual, family, group therapy for children, adolescents, and youth with mental illness and their families;
   
• Provide crisis intervention as needed; collaborate with schools, DCFS and probation as needed;
   
• Provide field and office services; complete all DMH documentation;
   
• Conduct mental health assessments, sessions, treatment plans;

• Ensure that documentation is updated in Electronic Health Record (EHR) regularly;
   
• Other duties as assigned, etc.

THE POSITION

Tri-City is looking for one special individuals to serve as a Community Navigator I/II for the MHSA Department.   This position requires field work and on-call duties for 1 or 2 weeks every month.  The Community Navigator position works to engage with people and their families who need services to help them quickly identify currently available services, including formal and informal supports and services tailored to the particular culture, ethnicity, age and gender identify. This position will report to a MHSA Program Supervisor.   

This position is responsible for a variety of ongoing responsibilities including, but not limited to:

• Recruit community-based organizations, faith based organizations, and other community groups to become a part of an active and ever growing locally based support network for people, including those most challenged by mental health issues;
   
• Follow-up with people they have engaged to ensure that they have connected with support structures and received the help they need;
   
• Use information technology and other means to map and keep up to date about the current availability of services and supports in the service area;
   
• Promote awareness of mental health issues & the commitment to recovery, wellness, & self-help;

• Ability to be a team player & have the ability to work in an environment that requires communication & engagement with supervisors & other team members; and other duties as assigned.

A complete job description available upon request.

The Department of Public Works is seeking to fill a vacant Security Officer position.  This position is responsible for performing work focused around security services at City Hall and providing a safe and orderly environment for staff and the public.  Shift rotation will be required every 6 months and will be based staff bids or the need of the department.

Duties include, but are not limited to, providing service to customers, monitoring closed circuit video and access control systems in Security Operation Center (SOC); escorting contractors to perform maintenance on security equipment; monitoring and/or inspecting vehicles at the garage entrance; issuing access badges to employees, interns or contractors for City Hall and other off-site locations. This position will also provide security coverage for various city meetings, public or private events, commissions and hearings in addition to coordinating with Police and Fire during emergency operations, medical calls or other related calls of service pertaining to the City Hall campus.

Current shifts for this position are Monday through Friday, day and swing shifts, however, the position may at times provide coverage for meetings or events on weekends or special projects on the weekend that could fall on a City of San Jose recognized holiday.

This position has a uniform requirement including a jacket & safety shoes. This classification receives an annual uniform allowance every year through the MEF bargaining unit Memorandum of Agreement. While on duty, incumbents of this position will be required to wear the approved uniform for this classification.  

Selected candidate will need to successfully complete a background check prior to date of hire.

This recruitment may be used to fill multiple positions in this, or other divisions or departments. If you are interested in employment in this classification, you should apply to ensure you are considered for additional opportunities that may utilize the applicants from this recruitment.

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THE POSITION:

Under the general supervision of the Youth & Family Services Clinical Supervisor, the Case Manager provides professional and clinical social work with high-risk adolescents, young adults, and/or families to assist them to obtain educational, health, employment and social services; coordinates and tracks all new referrals; maintains accurate case files, tracking systems and prepares reports as directed; participates in department and community meetings as necessary and may provide training and assistance to other staff or volunteers; performs related duties as needed.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

Duties may include but are not limited to the following: 

• Manage an active caseload of 20-25 clients.
• Receive, process and track all incoming case management, outreach, and counseling referrals.
• Conduct phone intakes with counseling and case management referrals and provide resources for immediate needs as necessary.
• Conduct comprehensive client assessments to collect functional, environmental, psychosocial, financial, employment, housing, educational, and health information as appropriate to develop a case plan.
• Participate in the NHUSD’s Student Attendance Review Board and provide case management services for Union City youth in coordination with the Alameda County Truancy Court.
• Provide referrals for employee readiness programs, assists with employment applications and job readiness skills.
• Develop support systems to meet client needs by identifying and coordinating a variety of available services necessary to obtain family stabilization and self-sufficiency.
• Provide crisis intervention services, supportive counseling and advocacy for clients.
• Conduct home, juvenile detention center and school site visits as needed.
• Monitor and verify services provided to each client on a monthly basis to determine the quality and effectiveness of services provided.
• Prepare case notes and technical reports.
• Develops and implements new processes and procedures as needed.
• Communicate with other service providers, probation, schools, etc. as needed
• Prepare and presents training and educational programs.
• Attend meetings, trainings and workshops.

THE POSITION:

The Public Works Department plays a significant role in transitioning the City to a vibrant mixed-use City, by leading the effort to design, construct and maintain the City’s infrastructure. The Department consists of the Maintenance and Engineering Divisions.  The City of East Palo Alto is seeking a highly organized, hands-on, decisive and innovative Engineer with excellent interpersonal skills to fill the position of Senior Engineer.

Under direction of the Public Works Director/City Engineer, the incumbent manages the construction of multiple Capital Improvement Projects; Performs project development for Capital Improvement Projects including preparing plans and specifications and assembling bid documents on a variety of public works infrastructure projects; Prepares written reports for City Council meeting agendas. Supervises and participates in the conduct of complicated engineering, planning, design, and review activities; and to exercise lead supervision over others as assigned.  The work assigned may involve development review, public works, traffic, building construction, drainage water and sewer projects; and to do related work as required.