WestCare Jobs (2)

Position Summary :

The Receptionist coordinates general clerical secretarial duties that support the overall mission of the WestCare California and assists facility administrative staff as needed.

Essential Job Functions include those listed below.

Essential Job Functions :

• Provides coverage of the front desk / reception area to ensure the security of the facility, log visitors, and sort and distribute incoming mail;
• Greet visitors / clients;
• Daily COVID screening of Gateway staff;
• Process incoming POs / check requests / IT POs, mileage, travel, etc.
• Typing of Directors / Bridge monthly meetings;
• Performs basic clerical and administrative tasks to support the facilitys administration and leadership team;
• Answers and screens incoming phone calls as required, distributing to appropriate personnel as needed;
• Supports facility Executive Administrative Assistant by providing occasional clerical support;
• Embraces and embodies the mission, vision, guiding principles, clinical vision and goals of WestCare California;
• Performs any other duties as assigned.

Essential Qualifications :

Certifications / Licenses :

Valid drivers license and ability to obtain and maintain WestCares vehicle insurance is required.

Education :

High School Diploma or equivalent is required.

Experience and Competencies :

• At least one (1) year of clerical, customer service, administrative, or receptionist experience is required;
• Excellent communication skills are required;
• Ability to exercise good judgment and discretion is required;
• Ability to work well in a team environment is required;
• Professional appearance and demeanor is required;
• Strong computer skills to encompass all Microsoft Office applications is highly desired;
• Superior writing skills and a strong attention to detail preferred;
• Adherence to the highest standard of ethical conduct, especially to standards governing confidentiality;
• Professional appearance and demeanor is required;

Working Conditions :

• Work is primarily performed in an office setting; and
• Some outdoor activities may be required.

Essential Physical and Mental Demands of the Job

The employee must be able to perform the following essential duties and activities with or without accommodation :

Physical Demands :

Requires mobility and physical activity : Having an adequate range of body motion and mobility to work in an office, residential, or outdoor environment including standing and walking (even and uneven surfaces), sitting for extended periods of time, bending, twisting, reaching, balancing, occasional lifting and carrying of up to 50 pounds.

Use of computer and telephone systems is required which includes coordination of eye and hand, and fine manipulation by the hands (typing, writing, and working with files).

Requires the ability to defend oneself and clients in physically abusive situations through the use of approved physical de-escalation techniques.

Position Summary :

Person in this position will be responsible for the maintenance and general upkeep of the facility. Essential Job Functions include those listed below.

Essential Job Functions :

• Maintain the facility grounds and maintain buildings in a safe and efficient operating condition;
• Maintain an inventory of supplies, donated items and a tool control system;
• Respond to routine emergencies and make normal repairs;
• Define problems and provide assessments for anything that must be repaired or replaced;
• Respond to work orders on a daily basis;
• Participate in daily shift exchange including documenting in facility log at the end of the shift and thoroughly reviewing the log at start of the shift;
• Dust furniture, woodwork, equipment and dust mop floors. Polish and clean fixtures in rooms and bathrooms.
• Operate mechanical floor cleaners, buffers, vacuums, shampooers and related environmental service equipment.
• Wet mop rooms, halls, etc. shampoo rugs and furniture;
• Clean vents, fan fixtures, top of windows, doorframes, and other high areas using a ladder;
• Gather and dispose of trash and waste materials using specific bags and / or containers;
• More furniture and other heavy objects as required;
• Make supply packs for departments and put linen stacks in carts for distribution. Take supply requests and deliver them
• Deliver linens to departments according to pre-established par levels and schedules. Distribute emergency supplies as needed;
• Embrace and embody the mission, vision, guiding principles, clinical vision and goals of WestCare Foundation; and
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Essential Qualifications :

Certifications / Licenses :

• Possession of a valid Class C Drivers License;
• CPR Certification, First Aid Certification and an annual Tuberculosis test; and
• Must be able to qualify for WestCare vehicle insurance
• Ability to pass first level and NABS background clearance
• As mandated by Presidential Order all employees of WestCare Foundation, Inc. and all affiliates of WestCare Foundation, Inc.

will be required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 effective 11 / 1 / 2021. Employees that have requested a Medical or Religious Exemption, which has been approved by Human Resources will be required to test for the virus weekly

During your tenure with WestCare there may be new requirements, including, but not limited to vaccinations that are issued by local, State, Federal, and / or Funders that WestCare may have to comply with.

Should this occur Human Resources or appropriate personnel will inform you

Education :

High School diploma or equivalent.

Experience and Competencies :

• Five (5) years experience in general semi-skilled maintenance and repair work, or as a building maintenance or construction trades worker;
• Experience working with individuals and groups in a confined setting is preferred;
• Must possess knowledge of common methods, practices and materials used in maintenance and repair work of buildings and building facilities;
• Must be familiar with the various tools used in building maintenance and repair work and their proper employment and care;

Working Conditions :

• Work is primarily performed in a residential treatment facility;
• Transportation of clients in company vehicle; and
• Some outdoor activities may be required.

Essential Physical and Mental Demands of the Job

The employee must be able to perform the following essential duties and activities with or

without accommodation :

Physical Demands :

Tasks that involve no exposure to human blood, body fluids, or tissues but employment may require performing unplanned Category I tasks.

The normal work routine involves no exposure to blood, body fluids, or tissues, BUT exposure or potential exposure may be required as a condition of employment.

Appropriate personal protective equipment will be readily available to every employee engaged in Category II tasks

• Occasional lifting of more than 25 pounds;
• Occasional risk of intensive physical activity with clients; and
• Sitting, standing, walking, reaching are performed in the normal course of the position.