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Idaho Division of Human Resources Psychiatric Technician Trainee - SWITC in Nampa, Idaho
Psychiatric Technician Trainee - SWITC
Posting Begin Date: 2024/06/27
Posting End Date: 2024/09/29
Category: Human Services
Sub Category: Mental Health
Work Type: Full Time
Location: Nampa, ID, United States
Minimum Salary: 16.87
Maximum Salary: 16.87
Pay Rate Type: Hourly
Description
DEDICATED TO STRENGTHENING THE HEALTH, SAFETY, AND INDEPENDENCE OF IDAHOANS
Are you passionate about making a positive impact and working with the intellectually and developmentally disabled community? At Southwest Idaho Treatment Center (SWITC), ourPsychiatric Technicians Traineesmake a difference in their lives and share in their growth and development.
SWITC is a 24-hour facility in Nampa, Idaho whose mission is to support individuals in crisis to become stable, develop skills, and to successfully transition to the community. We employ over 100 professionals who work together to meet our mission for each client. Integrity, high quality customer service, and compassion are core values that lead to success at SWITC and the Idaho Department of Health and Welfare. SWITC has one of Idaho’s historic landmarks, the Idaho State Sanitarium Administration Building, on campus and includes acres of open space with beautiful gardens, wildlife, and walking paths for employees to enjoy.
All positions at SWITC ensure a safe and secure environment for clients and staff.
The Idaho Department of Health & Welfare is a drug-free workplace. Any applicant offered employment in this position at the Idaho Department of Health and Welfare will be required to pass a pre-employment drug test. In addition, successful candidates will be required to complete a criminal history background investigation. Employment is dependent upon satisfactory results of the investigation.
This announcement may be used to fill full-time and temporary positions. Temporary positions are limited to working 1,385 hours in a 12-month period for any one state agency. Employees are eligible for benefits if they work twenty (20) hours or more per week and the term of employment is expected to exceed five (5) continuous months.
This is an ongoing announcement which means at the time applicants apply, we may or may not have an opening. Those applicants that take and pass the exam to show they meet the minimum qualifications will be placed on the referral list. When a position becomes available, the hiring supervisor will then directly contact those applicants they wish to interview off the referral list.
BENEFITS:
BEST RETIREMENT AVAILABLE IN THE NATION
We have one of the Nation's best state retirement systems (https://www.persi.idaho.gov/members-1/) (PERSI) that offers a lifetime benefit.
OTHER EXCELLENT BENEFITS
11 paid holidays
Generous vacation and sick leave accrual beginning as soon as you start
Paid parental leave (https://dhr.idaho.gov/information-for-state-employees/)
Medical, dental, vision insurance - incredible rates! (full-time/30+ hours per week)
PERSI Choice 401(k)
Deferred compensation plan
Life insurance
Short and long-term disability insurance
Student Loan Forgiveness (https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service)
Wellness programs
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
Wide variety of training opportunities
Some positions offer flexible hours and/or telecommuting
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES:
Patient care: Providing direct care to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, including assistance with daily activities.
Observation, documenting and reporting: Monitoring and documenting clients' care, behavior, symptoms, and overall mental health status.
Medication administration: Administering prescribed medications and observing, reporting and documenting any side effects or concerns.
Therapeutic interventions: Assisting in implementing therapeutic treatment plans under the guidance of mental health professionals.
Crisis intervention: Responding to and managing crises or challenging behaviors in a calm and controlled manner.
Collaboration with the clinical team: Working closely with clinician, nurses and other client-care professionals to provide comprehensive care.
Client education: Providing education to clients of coping strategies, daily hygiene and healthy eating habits.
Assisting with Personal Hygiene: Providing perineal care as part of daily hygiene routines for clients such as bathing, toileting, etc.
Physical Activity: Engage in exercise and sports activities with clients for up to an hour at a time. Lift and transfer client. Lift and carry items weighing approximately 50 pounds.
Housekeeping: Creating a comfortable and clean-living environment for our clients by cleaning, organizing, laundry, dishwashing, surface disinfection, trash removal, and bed making.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
You must possess all the minimum qualifications below to pass the exam for this position. Please make sure your resume or work history supports your meeting the minimum qualifications for this position. Failure to do this may disqualify you from being considered for this position. It is highly recommended to attach a one-page cover letter to your application to demonstrate how you meet the requirements below.
Some knowledge of personal hygiene and first aid. Typically gained by at least two months of experience performing these functionsORa willingness to learn them.
Experience following written and oral instructions. Typically gained by at least six months of experience.
Ability to read and write in English.
Below is preferred experience. It is not required for the position but applicants with this experience may receive consideration over other applicants.
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) Licensure.
Learn About a Career with DHW (https://healthandwelfare.idaho.gov/about-dhw/dhw-careers)
*PLEASE NOTE: application assistance is not available after the business hours listed below, on the weekends, or on holidays and you must apply before 4:59 pm on the closing date. When applying, use CHROME as your browser to avoid complications.
If you have questions, please contact us at:
Email is the quickest way to get an answer to your questions.
(answered Monday through Friday during business hours MST)
EMAIL: [email protected]
PHONE: (208) 334-0681
EEO/ADA/Veteran:
The State of Idaho is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, political affiliation or belief, sex, national origin, genetics, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws.
The State of Idaho is committed to access and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities, auxiliary aids and services are available upon request. If you require an accommodation at any step in our recruitment process, you are encouraged to contact (208) 334-2263 (TTY/TTD: 711), or email[email protected].
Preference may be given to veterans who qualify under state and federal laws and regulations.