Overnight 99 Exposure Jobs (NOW HIRING)

HealthRIGHT 360, a nonprofit organization and a family of programs, is committed to providing accessible and comprehensive healthcare services to vulnerable populations. Our mission is to tackle systemic barriers to healthcare and promote health equity for all. We offer a wide range of services, including mental health care, residential and outpatient substance use treatment, and primary health services. Additionally, we provide transitional support for individuals re-entering the community after involvement in the criminal justice system. By integrating physical and behavioral health, we empower individuals to overcome challenges by addressing social determinants of health, fostering resilience, and facilitating recovery.

The Martin Luther King Jr. Behavioral Health Center (MLK BHC) is a program of HealthRIGHT 360 and is contracted with the Department of Public Health's Substance Abuse Prevention and Control (SAPC) program. MLK BHC offers residential Drug Medi-Cal (DMC) services for a maximum of 99 adult individuals, comprising 33 beds each for judicially involved men, men, and women. MLK BHC collaborates closely with other Behavioral Health Center programs to ensure a comprehensive range of services for low-income and Medi-Cal-eligible individuals. Situated on the Martin Luther King Jr. Hospital campus in the Willowbrook area of South Los Angeles, the program serves residents of all Los Angeles County.

The Overnight Client Safety Navigator (CSN) fosters a safe, respectful, and welcoming environment. CSN works with program leadership, Sherriff’s or local law enforcement, and other teams to respond to emergency and crisis situations, including client drug use, overdose, programmatic interruptions, and other situations.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES 

Safety and Security

• Ensure and maintain a safe and orderly environment for clients, staff, and visitors in compliance with agency and industry standards.
• Monitor security cameras, attend building security meetings, and work collaboratively with service providers and administrative staff.
• Clear areas of crowds, debris, and out-of-place items to maintain safety.
• Direct and deflect traffic, de-escalate tense situations, and maintain a positive, respectful demeanor even during high-pressure situations.
• Work collaboratively with other service providers and administrative staff to maintain an orderly environment.
• Maintain appropriate boundaries and adhere to the organization’s code of conduct.
• Make regular rounds to monitor entrances, exits, offices, common areas, and building perimeters.
• Work with local law enforcement and file incident reports as needed.
• Remain alert and stay awake during the entire overnight shift.

Client and Visitor Management

• Maintain client and visitor logs.
• Welcome and assist clients returning from appointments, ensure sign-in, and check belongings for contraband.
• Welcome visitors, check credentials, ensure sign-in, and escort them to the supervisor on duty.
• Answer and direct calls or messages.
• Provide resources and information to clients and guests as needed.

Crisis Intervention and Medical Assistance

• Carry Narcan, recognize signs of overdose, and administer Narcan as necessary to reverse drug overdose.
• De-escalate emotionally charged situations and maintain non-confrontational behavior during observation and intervention.

Administration and Other Duties

• Complete all necessary documentation in accordance with HIPAA, 42 CFR Part 2, and other funding requirements to satisfy internal and external evaluating requirements.

• Attend and participate in meetings.
• Participate in and complete all assigned training in a timely manner.
• Read and respond to messages and emails when appropriate.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education, Certification, or Licensure

• High school diploma or equivalent required. Associate’s degree or higher preferred.
• Valid First Aid and CPR certification or ability to obtain within 30 days of hire.

Experience

• Two years of job-related experience working with the criminal justice population or with the community behavioral health system preferred.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

In an 8-hr workday, employee is required to perform work:

Sitting

3

Hrs

Standing

2

Hrs

Walking

3

Hrs

Driving

Never

In an average month, employee must travel out of town:

Often (>2x)

Sometimes (<2x)

Never

In an 8-hr workday, employee must:

Not at all

Occasionally

(1/4-2½ hrs.)

Frequently

(2½-5½ hrs.)

Continuously

(5½-8 hrs.)

Bend/stoop

Climb

Reach above shoulder level

Kneel

Balance

Push/pull

Squat

Crawl

Crouch

Lift*

Carry**

*     Usual number

       Maximum number

5

20

lbs

lbs

**   Usual number

       Maximum number

5

20

lbs

lbs

Job requires:

Working at heights

Yes

No

Explain

Operating heavy machinery

Yes

No

Type

Operating desk machines

Yes

No

Type

Computer, fax, printer, phone

Precise manual dexterity

Yes

No

Explain

Documentation, data entry

Exposure to extreme heat, cold, humidity

Yes

No

Explain

Exposure to dust, fumes, gases, chemicals

Yes

No

Explain

Cleaning supplies