Resource Specialist, Autism Center

Work Location

Orange, California

Work Shift

Day – 08hrs (United States of America)

Why CHOC?

At CHOC, we strive to be the leading destination of children’s health by providing exceptional and innovative care. We are responsible for the overall health of our community’s pediatric population in our hospitals, clinics, and practices. And because of our breadth of care, your career at CHOC can be as diverse and fulfilling as you determine. CHOC’s compensation structure, benefits offerings, and career development programs are geared to helping you achieve your professional and personal goals. Apply now to see where your career at CHOC can take you.

Job Summary

The Resource Specialist assists the clinical care team with patients and their families in accessing community and hospital services and resources designated in patients’ treatment or discharge plans. Identifies and recommends appropriate resources and provides families with information and direct assistance in obtaining services. Develops and maintains resource information files and linkages with hospital services and community agencies.

Pay Range

Minimum $26.73 Midpoint $35.41 Maximum $44.10

Rate of pay is determined by various factors, including but not limited to knowledge, skills, competencies, experience, education, as well as position requirements.

Experience

* Required: Experience recording data/information systematically and developing and maintaining the data (e.g., in spreadsheets, manuals, protocols)

* Preferred: Experience working with mental health and/or a children’s hospital is preferred.

Education:

* Required Education: An associate’s degree in human services related field, occupationally specific education, or additional two years of experience accepted in lieu of education

* Preferred: A bachelor’s degree in human services related field is preferred.

Special Skills

*Required: Ability to manage multiple tasks and ability to prioritize tasks. Ability to communicate effectively both in written documentation and orally; work well with team members; and build relationships with outside agencies and institutions. Possesses analytical skills to resolve problems and takes initiative. Advanced computer skills – Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Access).  

Licensure:

* Required: None

Work Environments - Functional Demand:

Sedentary - Very light energy level Lift 10 lbs. box overhead. Lift and carry 15 lbs. Push/pull 20 lbs. cart.

Physical Activity Requirements:

Bending, Carry Objects, Climbing, Keyboard use/repetitive motion, Pinching/fine motor activities, Push/Pull, Reaching forward, Reaching overhead, Sitting, Squat/kneel/crawl (Squad & Knee), Standing, Talk or hear, Taste or smell, Twisting, Walking, Wrist position deviation

Physical Activity Lifting

Lifting (Floor to waist level) - Occasional 0-35%, Lifting (Waist level and above) - Occasional 0-35%

Sensory Requirements:

Color Discrimination, Depth Perception, Far Vision, Hearing, Near Vision

Environment Requirements:

Airborn Communicable Disease, Bloodborne Pathogens, Chemical, Dust Particular Matter, Extreme Noise Levels, Extreme Temperatures, Radiation, Uneven Surfaces or Elevations

Non-Discrimination Statement:

CHOC does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, marital status, genetic information, disability, sex, gender (including pregnancy, breastfeeding, childbirth, lactation or related medical conditions), gender identity or expression, medical condition, sexual orientation, veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or other protected characteristics in accordance with state and federal laws. CHOC will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories, in accordance with the Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring.

We encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply for positions at CHOC, even if your experience doesn’t align perfectly with the listed qualifications for a particular role, as your unique experience may be a great addition to our culture for another one of our opportunities.

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