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THE POSITION

Tri-City is looking to fill a vacancy on the Intensive Outreach and Engagement Team for a Clinical Therapist I/II.  This Clinical Therapist I/II is a bilingual, field-based position.  This position will appeal to candidates that are comfortable working with at-risk individual, which could include mental illness, homelessness, co-occurring disorders, co-morbid conditions, crisis and other factors related to mental illness.  BBS candidates will receive weekly supervision and collect BBS hours.  This position will report to the Intensive Outreach and Engagement Supervisor.  

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

• Perform routine and emergency intake evaluation according to Agency procedure; complete appropriate forms and documents relating to the intake process and prepare mental health/environmental case history for use in diagnosis; provide psychological field and agency-based mental health evaluations in accordance with Agency policy and as needed;
   
• Assist client and family members/identified support system with understanding mental health, de-escalation techniques, de-stigmatization and need for care;  Identify treatment needs based on scope and make appropriate referrals to necessary services;

• Work on a multi-disciplinary team to promote care, welfare, safety and security for individuals;
   
• Ability to work in a fast-paced and field-based environment; ability to work with individuals and families in the community on an emergent basis and as needed; and other duties as assigned.

THE POSITION

The Finance Department is recruiting for an Administrative Technician I or II to perform a variety of routine and complex accounting, financial and statistical duties involving the city’s purchasing and procurement process, contract management, general accounting, cashiering, accounts receivable, accounts payable, business licenses and utility billing.  This position provides assistance to internal departments in the management of the City’s procurement process and contract management software and other Finance Department processes. 

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

Administrative Technician I:  A typical way of obtaining the required qualifications is to possess the equivalent of two years of responsible procurement and contract management experience, clerical accounting experience, including financial or statistical record keeping, cashiering, accounts receivable, accounts payable, business license administration, and a high school diploma or equivalent supplemented by specialized coursework in accounting or business practices.

Administrative Technician II: In addition to the above, a bachelor’s degree in accounting, business administration, finance or a related field is highly recommended.

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS

Completion of an application and response to the supplemental questionnaire is required. Application will be considered incomplete if a response is not provided to all of the supplemental questions.  A résumé and/or cover letter may be submitted, but should not be used as a substitute for proper completion of the application. 

Essential Functions

Under supervision from the Finance Manager, or designee, this position performs a variety of accounting and administrative tasks, including but not limited to:

• Prepares, reviews, and maintains a variety of documents related to the City’s purchasing and procurement process, contract management, financial and statistical records involving general accounting, cashiering, accounts receivable, accounts payable, business licenses and utility billing; provides assistance to internal departments in the management of the city’s procurement process and contract management software.
• Provides customer service in person and by telephone; performs cashiering duties; performs routine and complex administrative support duties, including administrative support to management staff, and other staff, in one or more departments as needed; interprets and applies policies, procedures and work methods associated with assigned duties; performs other related duties as required.
• Assists with leading a full range of city-wide procurement processes; assists in developing, implementing, and managing city contracts, agreements, procurement of goods, services and leases related to the City’s purchasing and procurement process.
• Maintains all records for the City purchasing card program in accordance with administrative regulations; issues new cards; assist in setting limits for purchases; contracts issuing bank for customer service on all issues relating to the program; prepares and reconciles monthly statements; maintains records of all transactions; reviews card holders on a monthly basis to determine accuracy; and reviews records on a monthly basis for compliance with City policies.
• Identifies opportunities for operational and procurement process improvement; reviews non-contracted purchases to identify opportunities for standardization contracting and cost reduction; evaluates potential service contracts and purchases for adequate use of the City’s formal and informal bidding procedures
• Provides assistance and is responsible for systematic reporting including but not limited to contracts completed, cost savings, progress payments, and invoice audit; reconciles invoices and related documentation and prepares accounts payable for payment; inputs expenditure activity into the automated financial system; prepares and distributes forms; answers questions from departments and vendors regarding payment status for invoices.
• Expected to compose independently or from oral instructions various legal documents, including but not limited to: professional letters, agreements, service contracts, construction contracts, notices to proceed, insurance requirement forms, memorandums, procedures, inter-office communications, City Manager Reports, notices and other materials; proofreads and verifies accuracy of documents.

THE POSITION

Lathrop Police Services is currently recruiting for a Police Services Manager.  This position is responsible for managing and directing the development of the Police Department’s budget, providing administrative support to the Police Chief, and supervises lower level staff.  The ideal candidate will be independent, highly motivated, organized, have a positive attitude and will be an effective team player who is able to multitask in a fast-paced work environment.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

A typical way of obtaining the required qualifications is to possess the equivalent of three years of progressively responsible professional experience overseeing budget development and processing, financial analysis, grant management or similar business functions performed in a public agency setting, and a high school diploma or equivalent.

BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION

Appointment to the position is contingent upon the successful completion of the background check by the City of Lathrop and the San Joaquin County Sheriff’s Department.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Under general direction by the Police Chief, or designee this position is responsible for a wide variety of administrative and financial responsibilities and exercises direct and indirect supervision over assigned staff.  This includes, but is not limited to the following essential functions:

• Provides instructions and guidance to police department staff in the development of budget requests; performs research and develops departmental revenue forecasts; evaluates budget requests for adequacy and relevancy to the department’s goals and objectives; coordinates the development and preparation of the police department’s budget with the Finance Department and City Manager’s office.
• Attends City Council meetings to make budget presentations during public hearings as directed; responsible for obtaining budget information from San Joaquin County Sheriff’s Office for the purpose of development of the City budget for contract police services.
• Directs or coordinates the preparation of grant applications for police department programs and activities; manages the grant application process to ensure deadlines and other grant requirements are met; works with departmental staff to monitor and track grant revenues and expenditures and ensure compliance; works closely with finance staff to post grant awards.
• Plans, assigns, reviews and participates in the work of staff involved in the customer service, crime research, records, and communications functions; participates in the selection, motivation and evaluation of assigned staff, monitors work activities to ensure safe work practices, work quality, accuracy, and confidentiality; develops, implements and maintains a procedural manual.
• Develops, implements, monitors and evaluates current operational procedures and establishes goals and objectives; researches and recommends enhancements or changes to existing systems and procedures; develops, prepares and presents complex reports, verbally or in writing, to a diverse audience which may include Police Department management, city staff, appointed and elected officials and the public.
• Ensures appropriate training for assigned staff in all areas of work, including Department of Justice training for full and less-than-full access operators; maintains State required training files; identifies training opportunities and needs and makes recommendations to Police Chief.
• Responds to questions and concerns from the public, departmental staff and other agencies; provides information as appropriate and resolves service issues and complaints; provides for regular communication between sworn and non-sworn personnel.
• Develops schedules and methods for performing assigned duties; maintains appropriate work records and documents; prepares, maintains and validates statistical and analytical reports for city, state and federal agencies.

THE POSITION

Tri-City is looking to fill a temporary vacancy for Clinical Therapist I for the Adult Full-Service Partnership (FSP) Program.   This is a limited term position filling a vacancy due to a staff leave.  The Clinical Therapist I will appeal to individuals who are inspired by challenges and opportunities presented in working with an engaged and active community with moderate to severe behavioral health clients. The Clinical Therapist will report to a Clinical Supervisor.    

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

• Phone therapy and skill building sessions with the Foundation Recovery Group and FSP clients;
   
• Documenting of electronic health records/Welligent notes and treatment plans;
   
• Performing adult assessments and perform field work as needed.
   
• Provide case management services on or offsite;
   
• 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, etc.;

• Work on a multidisciplinary team to promote recovery and other duties as assigned, etc.

THE POSITION

Tri-City is looking for an individual to fill the position of Psychiatric Technician I/II/III as part of the Intensive Outreach and Engagement Team. This particular position will report to the Intensive Outreach and Engagement Team Supervisor & the Crisis & Medication Support Manager. The Psychiatric Technician I/II/III will appeal to individuals who are inspired by the challenges and opportunities that may present while working with an engaged and active community by providing all manner of adjunctive medication support services, case management, mental health support and working within a field based multidisciplinary team.

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

• In collaboration with the Agency’s Psychiatrists, will provide medication support services including injections, medication monitoring, non-prescription medication, etc.;

• Provide direct and indirect care including taking and recording measures of the client’s physical condition such as temperature, blood pressure, pulse and respiration;

• Observe, evaluate, record, and report changes in client’s condition to the appropriate designee or designees within the multidisciplinary team;

• Implement de-escalation procedures and techniques to aid clients in crisis to help prevent injury to themselves or others through verbal intervention;

• Obtain LPS-designation and work with clients on an interagency basis as well as local agencies for client hospitalization when indicated;  

• Work directly with entire field-based treatment team, adjunctively for clients who require medical referral, transportation to receive medical services, prescriptions etc.;

• Perform field based medical/mental health triage within scope of practice for individuals encountered during routine provision of care, etc.; and other duties as assigned.

THE POSITION

Tri-City is looking to fill one vacancy for Clinical Therapist I/II within the Children’s School Partnership Program (SPT). The Clinical Therapist I/II will appeal to individuals who are passionate about working with children, adolescents, young adults and their families and may have or would like experience in a school setting.  The Clinical Therapist I/II will report to the School Partnership Clinical Supervisor.

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

• Provide individual, family, collateral and group therapy for children, adolescents, and youth with mental illness;
   
• Provide crisis intervention and case management as needed at the school site in Pomona, California;
   
• Conduct mental health assessments, treatment plans, provide crisis intervention as needed and complete all necessary documentation;

• Collaborate with school staff regarding student mental health needs and maintain regular contact with parents;

• Ensure that documentation is updated in Electronic Health Record (EHR) regularly;

• Screen and track school referrals, etc. & other duties as assigned.

THE POSITION

Tri-City is looking for an individual to fill the position of Psychiatric Technician I/II/III whom will provide medication support services both in the field and at the office. This particular position is located within the Children’s Department and will report to the Medication Support Team Manager & the Crisis & Medication Support Manager. The Psychiatric Technician I/II/III will appeal to individuals who are inspired by challenges and opportunities presented in working with an engaged and active community by providing all manner of adjunctive medication support services.

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

• In collaboration with the Agency’s Psychiatrists, will provide medication support services including injections, medication monitoring, non-prescription medication, etc.;

• Provide direct and indirect care including taking and recording measures of the client’s physical condition such as temperature, blood pressure, pulse and respiration;

• Observe, evaluate, record, and report to professional staff changes in client’s condition;

• Implement de-escalation procedures and techniques to aid or clients in crisis to help prevent injury to themselves or others through verbal intervention;

• Obtain LPS-designation and  work clients on a interagency basis as well as local agencies for client hospitalization when indicated;

• Work directly with entire treatment team, adjunctively for clients who require medication monitoring per Psychiatrist disposition as well as clients in crisis; and other duties as assigned.

THE POSITION

Tri-City is looking to fill a vacancy for the position of Mental Health Specialist (MHS) whom will provide mental health support services to behavioral health challenged individuals as part of the Adult Full Service Partnership (FSP) Program. The MHS will appeal to individuals who are inspired by working with an engaged community providing participant advocate and case management services to moderate to severe mentally ill adults This is a field-based position that will report to a Clinical Supervisor.

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

• Plan and provide a variety of rehabilitative support services to mentally ill and emotionally disturbed persons to attain, restore, or improve physical, mental, or emotional functioning;
   
• Provide assistance to clinical staff; participate in group and individual support programs;
   
• Serve as a participant advocate; provide case management services;  the ability to work in the field to service clients at their home, shelter or elsewhere;
   
• Maintain records of all activities relating to client care and adhere to  billing compliancy standard;
   
• Perform other duties as assigned, etc.

Preferred candidates will possess 1 to 3 years’ experience in the mental health field; experience with the adult population and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. 

THE POSITION

Tri-City is looking for two candidates to serve as Psychiatric Technicians I, II or III for the Adult Full Services Partnership (FSP) Program.  The Psychiatric Technician I/II/III will work with the medical staff, medication support team and clinical staff to identify and provide linkage and support to at-risk clients beyond mental Inland Empire medical comorbidities.  The Psychiatric Technician I/II/III will report to the Crisis and Medication Support Manager.

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

• From initial intake and otherwise, identifying patients who do not have a Primary Care Physician (PCP) and providing education and assistance to connect them to a PCP;
   
• Identifying patients with significant medical co-morbidities through direct consultation with Tri-City doctors and tracking hospital admission and PCP visits;
   
• Attending medical visits, medically complicated or otherwise, and acting as a medical liaison between PCP/Specialist and our Psychiatrists;
   
• In collaboration with Tri-City Psychiatrists, ensuring that medical treatments will reach optimal results, attending and arranging medical visits, supporting patients during and in between visits, identifying barriers and communicating them with the PCP, Tri-City Psychiatrists and family, if appropriate;
   

• Respond to 5150 evaluation requests as defined in the Operational Guidelines from area police departments and organizations that have contracted for such services or have such services stipulated in a Memorandum of Understanding with Tri-City;

• Answer and log all agency telephone Calls when the main office is closed and make appropriate disposition; provide trauma intervention (debriefing); provide after-hours client support services and other duties as assigned.

THE POSITION

Tri-City is looking to fill one exciting part-time position to serve as a Community Garden Farmer for the Therapeutic Community Garden. The Community Garden Farmer position will appeal to individuals who love to work outdoors and are passionate about teaching and mentoring individuals with behavioral health needs about gardening.  The Community Garden Farmer will report to the Clinical Program Manager.

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

• Maintain and care for the garden, teaching and mentoring Tri-City staff and program participants about gardening;

• Maintain produce logs/reports, conduct horticulture research to manage plants, irrigation systems and pest control;

• Form beds for planting; create planting schedule;

• Select seeds or plants for planting; cultivate and prepare soil for planting;

• Sow seeds or alternative germination techniques; weed; and prepare and conduct composting;

• Assemble and maintain irrigation systems, in addition to manually watering crops, plants and trees;

• Plan plant production to ensure ample harvest will be available for marketing and distribution;

• Assist team in developing group curriculum that integrates horticulture skills;

• Participate in community events and presentations to promote the garden and other duties as assigned.