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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

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.

Final Filing Date: Continuous until filled. First review of applications will be on June 9th, 2020.

Summary

The Combustion Turbine Specialist (CTS) position consists of five levels of competency. Individuals can either enter int°' the classification at the beginning level of the job or somewhere between the entry level and the top step depending on required qualifications brought with them. It is the expectation of NCPA that all employees will progress to the top level.  In order to progress to the top level, an employee must complete the necessary

competency levels as described in the “Combustion Turbine Administrative Procedure” manual (CT-PAP-019 CTS Level Progression available upon request for review). This job description does not include the Lead position and does not modify or supersede any policy or procedure related to requirements for qualified electrical workers. This job description incorporates requirements for CTS positions assigned as Relief. Employees who successfully complete a training level matrix and who received a rating of “meets requirements” or higher on their last annual performance appraisal will be promoted when qualified. Upon completion of demonstrated competencies, employees will be expected to perform work in all completed levels and other job-related duties as required.

General Scope of the Job

Combustion Turbine Specialists at all levels will report to the Operations and Maintenance Supervisors.

The CTS position is a broad banded position requiring a breadth of knowledge and ability in combustion turbine operations which consists of four core skillsets: operations, electrical, mechanical and instrumentation & control. All CTS employees will be expected to broaden their core skillset and develop and work into the other skillsets.

Description of Duties and Responsibilities

The CTS operates, controls, and accurately and reliably maintains mechanical and electrical equipment at the Combustion Turbine Facilities.

In the course of performing his/her duties, it is expected that the CTS will operate forklifts, bucket trucks, aerial lifts, agency vehicles and other equipment. The CTS is required to have a valid California Driver’s License, Class C issued by the State of California Department of Motor Vehicles.

The CTS duties will be performed by individuals with four key strengths; operations, mechanical maintenance, electrical maintenance and instrumentation and controls. The CTS must possess experience with computer applications, especially computerized maintenance management systems, word processing and spreadsheet applications and basic understanding of chemistry, hydraulics, electricity and mathematics as well as all the necessary tools and equipment to carry out the job duties.

The CTS will identify problems or trends with systems and equipment early to prevent problems and failures and will confer with Operations and Maintenance Supervisors to resolve system problems and offers a variety of workable solutions to complex problems and report status of systems and equipment.

The CTS will report to and take direction from the Operations and Maintenance Supervisors and will work efficiently and effectively to operate, control, and maintain turbine generator units and auxiliary equipment, and be accountable for all aspects of the job at all NCPA Combustion Turbine facilities.

The CTS assigned to relief status will primarily use the combustion turbine operations skill set and stand watch for any absent operators. However, when not working relief shifts, the CTS will be on dayshift. While on dayshift, it is expected the CTS will perform maintenance duties utilizing any other skill sets. In addition, the CTS may be assigned special projects and assignments. The CTS may be upgraded and provide relief coverage for Operations and Maintenance Supervisors.

The CTS will perform other duties as assigned by the Operations and Maintenance Supervisors.

Competency Levels

The Combustion Turbine Specialist position consists of five levels of competency. Individuals can enter at any level based on qualifications, skills and experience.

It is the expectation of NCPA that all employees will progress to the top level. Level Progression Requirements are as follows

Level I - this is the entry level for the Generation Technician position at which the employee must perform the duties described in the CT-PAP-019 procedure for Level I while attaining skills and experience through academic and hands-on training. To advance to the next level an employee must complete.

Level II - an employee must complete all required items in Level II, five

(5) items in Level III and one (1) item in Level IV.

Level III - an employee must complete all required items in Level II and Level III and five (5) items in Level IV.

Level IV – an employee must complete all required items in Level IV and below

Level V – an employee must complete all required items in Level IV and below and eight (8) Items for Level V.

Notes on Attaining Competency Levels: CT-PAP-019 procedure exists to define the requirements on attaining higher competency levels. The procedure is available to prospective candidates upon request.

Typical Physical Demands

• Regularly talks and listens to others to exchange and obtain information to direct the operation and control of the combustion turbine facility.
• Regularly sits at computer and control center, reading displays and inputting data for up to 12 hours
• Regularly visually watches and monitors data on computer display requiring close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
• Frequently climbs vertical ladders up to 150ft, including, transitioning sideways and forwards from ladders to elevated platforms through the use of self-closing gates and chains. Occasionally may need to transition through trap doors while simultaneously operating gates at elevated heights.
• Frequently climbs flights of stairs up to 10 stories carrying buckets, boxes or backpacks containing tools and parts weighing up to 50 lbs.
• Occasionally uses fingers and hands to handle manual hoists and ropes to lift small parts and tools to elevated platforms.
• Frequently walks on uneven or slippery surfaces, requires depth perception to observe changing elevations and avoid injury from adjacent high temperature surfaces.
• Frequently steps up, steps down or steps over curbing, containments, pipes, conduits, equipment and foundations.
• Occasionally climbs, wriggles or crawls through small elevated openings such as boiler drum doors or Heat Recovery Steam Generator access hatches.
• Regularly lifts loads up to fifty (50) pounds such as cylinders, tools, parts. Heavier loads will be lifted in teams, or will use hoists or lifts.
• Regularly climbs, transitions and works on scaffolding while wearing fall protection gear.
• Frequently walks, reaches, crawls, squats, kneels and crouches using feet, legs, hands and manual strength to access malfunctioning equipment to inspect and make emergency adjustments. May perform these actions inside, on top of or underneath various equipment.
• Regularly works rotating shift schedule.
• Regularly works while using Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) such as hard hats, gloves, work boots, respirators, chemical suits, face shields, hearing protection and other equipment as needed.
• Regularly works outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Routinely works near heated surfaces; works on slippery or uneven surfaces in precarious places using safety equipment to adjust or operate equipment.
• Routinely listens to operating sounds of equipment to diagnosis equipment malfunctions.
• Works overtime as needed.
• Occasionally operates forklifts, boom truck, man-lifts, bucket trucks and similar equipment.
• Frequently operates agency vehicles going to and from job locations which may require multiple hours of travel time on any given day.

Language Skills

• Ability to read, comprehend, and interpret technical manuals and related documents, written in English, including but not limited to, safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to write routine emails and correspondence.  Ability to effectively communicate information in one-on-one and small group situations to suppliers or other employees of the Agency.
• Regularly communicates (talks, listens, and writes), to exchange and obtain information to direct the operation, maintenance and control of the combustion turbine facility.
• Provides clearly written instructions and reports regarding condition or operation of equipment.

Job Expectations

Acquisition and Use of Technical Knowledge

• Acquires knowledge needed when a job situation changes, new tasks are introduced to the job, or when improved performance requires acquiring extended or specialized information.  Accepts direction or training in areas that require additional skills.
• Possesses or acquires as needed an extensive knowledge of safety, fire, and security rules and procedures.  Given the emphasis of safety at the plant, uses knowledge to improve and report plant conditions and the organization’s safety record.
• Acquires knowledge of operations and maintenance procedures on a continuing basis to stay current as a significant contributor to plant solutions, safety performance, and operations and maintenance improvements.
• Possesses or acquires as needed a fundamental knowledge of instrumentation and control  theory; power plant operation theory and process; computerized control systems and software applications, equipment, systems and their capabilities; mechanical and electrical theory and background to operate equipment; measuring devices and hand tools for maintenance work; general contamination and control practices and procedures; basic math, power plant rules and regulations; physics including pumps/turbine mechanics; switching and clearance procedures; basic principles of thermodynamics and fluid flow; basic water chemistry and chemical processes
• Passes knowledge on to other employees as a way to contribute to the performance of others, or get a job done.
• Assesses and acknowledges own limitations with the fundamental knowledge needed to perform in the job.
• Confers with Operations and/or Maintenance Supervisor to resolve system problems and offers a variety of workable solutions to complex problems and report status of systems and equipment.
• Identifies problems or trends with systems and equipment early to prevent operator or electrical errors.
• Reads and understands engineering drawings such as Process and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&ID), One and Three-Line Diagrams, Piping Isometrics and others.

Application of Technical and General Job Skills

• Technical and general job skills are indicated by demonstrating ability to:
• Efficiently and effectively operate, control, and maintains turbine generator units and auxiliary equipment, and be accountable for all aspects of the job at all NCPA Combustion Turbine facilities.
• Work with management to identify and learn from mistakes made and apply what is learned to future situations or plant conditions.
• Establish and maintain effective work relationships with those contacted in the performance of required duties.
• Lead or participate in identifying and implementing continuous improvement programs and projects.

Educational, Training and Experience Requirements

• Any combination of training and experience which would likely provide the required knowledge, abilities and skills is qualifying for the entry level step.

• A typical way to obtain these knowledge, abilities and skills would be:
• One (1) year experience operating or repairing and maintaining equipment in a Power Generation facility, heavy industrial facility or related military experience or completion of a recognized apprenticeship program or equivalent course work in a related area.

Driver’s License Requirement

Possession of a valid Class “C” license with no limitations issued by the State of California Department of Motor Vehicles. Possess and maintain a good driving record as demonstrated by the absence of multiple or serious traffic violations or accidents within the last three (3) years.

EOE

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.

THE POSITION

Tri-City is actively recruiting for a Clinical Therapist I for the Adult Outpatient Program (AOP).  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:

• Will initiate and conduct individual, family and group counseling/psychotherapy sessions;
   
• Provide crisis intervention to mentally ill/emotionally disabled individuals, groups and 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, etc.

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