Recruitment #200511-5724HN-001
Location |
Middletown, CT
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Date Opened | 5/28/2020 12:00:00 AM |
Salary | $44,098* - $59,398/year (*See 'Introduction' below for starting salary information) |
Job Type | Open to the Public |
Close Date | 6/3/2020 11:59:00 PM |
The State of Connecticut, Department of Mental
Health and Addiction Services (DMHAS), is a health care agency whose
mission is to promote the overall health and wellness of persons with
behavioral health needs through an integrated network of holistic, comprehensive,
effective, and efficient services and supports that foster dignity, respect,
and self- sufficiency in those we serve.
The DMHAS, CT Valley Hospital (CVH) seeks experienced and qualified individuals for the positions of Mental Health Assistant 1 (PCN 86420, 104061, 27445). Our team members are passionate about improving the lives of those we serve. These positions are within the General Psychiatry Division and Addiction Services Division. We are conveniently located in Middletown, CT. All positions are full-time, 3rd shift, 11:15 pm to 7:15 am, 35 hours per week with a rotation of 72-72-80 – ever other weekend and holidays.
These positions are located on the following inpatient units:
*New hires shall be paid an hourly rate of $23.03. Upon successful completion of the working test period, effective the payroll period following, the Employee shall be compensated at an hourly rate of $24.14.
Candidates will be able to identify work location preferences later in the recruitment process. Applicants must meet the Minimum Qualifications as listed on the job opening by the closing date of this posting and must specify their qualifications on their application.
Please ensure that your application is complete and you have included your Resume in the 'Resume Tab' of your application as you will be unable to make revisions once you submit your application into the JobAps system. Individuals considered for interview will be required to submit additional documentation supporting their qualification(s) for this position. These documents may include performance reviews, attendance, supervisory references, college transcripts, licensure, etc. You do not have to attach these documents to your application submission.
Should you have questions pertaining to this recruitment,
please contact Julie Barker at Julie.Barker@ct.gov or (860) 262-6745.
Participates in assigned nursing, clinical and/or rehabilitative interventions to meet client short and long term needs; advocates for services or resources that meet client needs and preferences; assists client in developing effective strategies for managing internal and external stress; routinely solicits personal goals and preferences; identifies and facilitates use of appropriate support networks; participates in education and training activities to further skill development; participates in admission and discharge planning activities; protects civil rights of client; maintains a safe and healthy environment; may manage client behaviors through verbal communication as needed; performs related duties as required.
COMMUNITY OR OUTPATIENT PROGRAMS: Functions as a member of a case management team or program; participates in assessment, crisis intervention and monitoring of clients in community at large (i.e. emergency rooms, jails, homeless shelters, outpatient programs, etc.); assists client in learning and practicing daily living skills, medication monitoring and/or community adaptation skills; provides individual, group and/or family supportive treatment under appropriate supervision.
INPATIENT WARD OR UNIT: Communicates and interacts with clients; participates in development of nursing care and treatment plans; encourages client to participate in therapeutic activities; observes and records client behavior and prepares pertinent reports; participates in on-going education and training programs; may participate in follow up of client in community based services; may supervise self-administration of oral medication.
AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
The State of Connecticut is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, and persons with disabilities.