Recruitment #210608-5724HN-001
Location |
Middletown, CT
|
---|---|
Date Opened | 6/11/2021 12:00:00 AM |
Salary | $45,642* - $61,477/year (*See 'Introduction' below for starting salary information) |
Job Type | Open to the Public |
Close Date | 6/21/2021 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 is currently accepting applications for multiple full-time Mental Health Assistant 1 positions within Connecticut Valley Hospital (CVH). These positions are located at 1000 Silver Street, Middletown, CT 06457. The work schedule for these positions are 2nd shift, 3:00 p.m. to 11:30 p.m., 35 hours per week with a rotation of 72-72-80, every other weekend and holidays.
These positions are permanent positions in temporary assignments. Permanent assignments will be completed at a later date after the agency transfer list has been cleared. Please note this could mean the permanent assignment may result in working a different shift and/or schedule or location. DMHAS employees will not be considered for these positions as there will be a future job fair held utilizing the DMHAS lateral transfer list.
At CVH, individuals receive
services that assist them to better manage their illnesses, achieve personal
goals, and develop skills and supports that lead to living the most
constructive and satisfying lives possible.
Discover the opportunity to:
We participate in a competitive benefits plan that includes healthcare coverage, a retirement plan as well as paid time off! We encourage a healthy work-life balance to all employees.
*New hires to the classification of Mental
Health Assistant 1 shall be paid an hourly rate of $23.84. Upon
successful completion of the working test period, effective the payroll period
following, the Employee shall be compensated at an hourly rate of $24.99.
Employees who have previously completed a working test period in an
1199-covered direct-care position shall not be subject to this reduced training
rate upon transfer or promotion.
This position will be filled in accordance with contractual language, reemployment, SEBAC, transfer, promotion and merit employment rules. Candidates who meet the Minimum Qualifications - as listed on the job opening - will be considered for this role, as determined by qualifications stated on the submitted application.
The immediate vacancy is listed above, however, applications to this recruitment may be used for future vacancies in this job class.
The minimum experience and training requirements must be met by the close date on the job opening, unless otherwise specified.
Due to the volume of applications anticipated, we are unable to provide confirmation of receipt or status during the recruitment process. Updates will be provided through your JobAps portal account.
This posting may require completion of additional referral questions (RQs) which will be sent to you via email after the closing date. The email notification will include an expiration date by which you must submit (Finish) your responses. Please regularly check your email for notifications. Please check your SPAM and/or Junk folders, as emails could end up there in error.
Please ensure that your application is complete 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.
Should you have questions pertaining to this recruitment, please contact Doreen
Clemson at Doreen.Clemson@ct.gov or (860) 785-9855.
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.