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Nurse Coordinator - RN Mental Health Services for Short-Term Acute Residential Treatment (START) Program

Work Schedule: Monday - Thursday, 8:00 am to 6:00 pm or 7:00 am to 5:00; (4) 10-hour shifts. This is an exempt position and requires the ability to be on call for program consultations and needs.

CRF inspires and mentors the next generation of mental health professionals!

We are constantly evolving and developing fresh approaches to meet the needs of San Diego Countys residents who are experiencing mental/behavioral health challenges.We offer a diverse, inclusive workplace that fosters personal growth and development. You will work within a collaborative, supportive team structure, learn new ways to provide optimal supports to your clients andhelp people change their lives for the better!

Program Overview:

Located in Escondido, CA, Esperanza Crisis Center is aShort Term Acute Residential Treatment (START) program that provides intensive, community-based crisis residential services for adults throughout the North Inland region of San Diego County. We deliver a unique alternative to psychiatric hospitalization to clients who are suffering a psychiatric crisis of such magnitude so as not to be manageable on an outpatient basis. Our services are provided in a home-like environment that specializes in the psychosocial rehabilitation of each individual.

Built around a bio-psychosocial approach, our multi-disciplinary team addresses each aspect of a clients unique situation, including mental health, co-occurring substance abuse, housing, medical/medication needs, and establishing connections to social service supports within the community to facilitate successful transition beyond the START program.

Typical Duties of the Nurse Coordinator

• Coordinates and supervises the behavioral health nursing care of the program, including supervision of all nursing staff and management of infection control activities
• Assists multidisciplinary team with nursing assessment for incoming clients
• Ensures that clients and family members are educated and informed about their medications and illness management
• Oversees health care needs of the clients and acts as a liaison between clients and doctors
• Ensures all medications are managed and stored appropriately as defined by local and state regulations

Required Skills and Qualifications

• Current California Registered Nurse license and CPR/First Aid certification required and must be maintained throughout employment
• Minimum of one year of experience working with a mental health population, especially with individuals with severe and persistent mental illness and co-occurring disorders is strongly preferred
• Ability to physically and mentally able to assist in emergency situations is required
• Demonstrated knowledge of County Health and Human Services requirements including documentation is preferred
• Bilingual Spanish preferred, but not required
• Proficient computer skills, including MS Office
• A valid California drivers license in good standing and eligibility to be an approved CRF driver is required to fulfill the essential functions of this position. In addition, proof of insurance is required prior to driving personal vehicles on company business.
• Ability to pass criminal/background clearance

Benefits:CRF provides benefits to help you balance your work life and your personal life. For full-time staff (30 hours or more), we offer...

• 19 days of PTO per year
  
• Platinum medical plans, with minimal employee cost/expenses for you and excellent coverage
• Several dental plan options
• Vision benefits
• Company-paid life insurance and Long-Term Disability
• Tax-Free Flexible Spending for medical/dental/childcare expenses
• Generous retirement plan contributions
• Employee Assistance Plan for you and your family
• Employee discount program, including pet insurance plans
• Paid training and supervision hours are available
• Opportunities for advancement and growth
• We also provide access to student loan repayment/forgiveness programs for graduates.

All new hires are required to show proof of completed vaccination and booster before their first date of work, unless legally exempted.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer

Internal Job Title: Nurse Coordinator - RN