Psychiatric Care Technicians​/CNA - AM Shift

Title: Psychiatric Care Technicians/CNA - AM Shift

State Role

Title:

Direct Service Associate III

Hiring Range: Salary Range: $39,982/yr. to $57,255/yr.

Pay Band: 3

Agency: Dept Behavioral Health/Develop

Location:Southwestern VA Mtl Hlth Inst

Agency Website:(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)./

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

SWVMHI in Marion, VA is recruiting for 12-hour, AM Shift Psychiatric Care Technicians/CNAs to join its talented and dedicated Nursing Services Team.

Position

Hours:

6:30 a.m.

- 7:00 p.m. Working at Least Every Other Weekend

Shift Differentials and Weekend/Holiday Supplements Available

Psychiatric Care Technicians Assist Nurses By:

• Providing quality care as part of an interdisciplinary team
• Maintaining accountability in a safe, secure, and therapeutic environment
• Creating healthy interpersonal interactions on adult acute admissions unit, geriatric unit, and Extended Rehabilitation Service unit
• Observing and reporting feedback regarding interventions, treatments, behaviors, physical condition, emotional well-being, and other situations documenting and communicating using specialized training for promoting mental wellness recovery

• Ability to distinguish between safe and unsafe patient behavior by observing, interacting, and listening
• Ability to read, write and speak in the English language
• Ability to observe, report and document changes in patients’ mental, physical and behavioral status
• Ability to follow written and oral instructions
• Ability to maintain all required orientation and annual competencies
• Ability to establish and maintain an effective working relationship with supervisors, co-workers and patients from varied backgrounds using effective interpersonal skills
• Ability to recognize the need and ask for help or assistance in providing care and treatment
• Ability to give and receive effective feedback and perform as a member of a team
• Ability to administer CPR and perform Therapeutic Options approved physical interventions
• Ability to work overtime hours, rotating weekends, and holidays
• Ability to use email and electronic health records
• Will obtain certification as a C.N.A by the Virginia Board of Nursing within probationary period.

• Obtain a CNA Certification within probationary period and maintain CNA (Certified Nursing Aide) certification in good standing with the VA State Board of Nursing.

• High School Diploma or Equivalent preferred.
• Experience in a psychiatric, healthcare facility, acute care, long-term care, or correction setting is preferred.
• Valid Driver's License preferred.

All applicants are subject to an extensive background investigation and a pre-employment drug screening. This investigation may include fingerprint checks (State Police, FBI), local agency checks, Department of Social Services/Child Protective Services checks, employment verification, and verification of education relevant to the position. Under Virginia Code §§ 37.2-314 and 37.2-408.1, the Department of Behavioral Health & Developmental Services (DBHDS) cannot employ or utilize as volunteers, individuals convicted of specific ("barrier") crimes or those with pending "barrier" charges.

Reasonable accommodations are available to individuals with disabilities during the application and/or interview process in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require assistance or accommodation, please notify Human Resources at Southwestern Virginia Mental Health Institute during business hours (8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.).

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