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Psychiatric Technician Trainee - SHNState of Idaho • Orofino, Idaho, United States
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Psychiatric Technician Trainee - SHN

State of Idaho
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    Orofino, Idaho, United States
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    Orofino, Idaho, United States
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DEDICATED TO STRENGTHENING THE HEALTH, SAFETY, AND INDEPENDENCE OF IDAHOANS If you have previously applied for a position, select Reset/Forgot Password and follow the prompts to access your account. For additional assistance, refer to the Candidate Guide located under Candidate Resources on the State of Idaho Careers page. State Hospital North (SHN) is seeking applicants for Psychiatric Technician Trainee or a Psychiatric Technician position. State Hospital North in Orofino, Idaho, is a licensed 55-bed psychiatric hospital providing primarily involuntary inpatient treatment for adults in psychiatric crisis who are committed to the Department of Health and Welfare. State Hospital North collaborates with patients, their families, and the referring regional behavioral health centers to develop targeted goals and objectives for the individual's treatment episode while simultaneously focusing on critical supports and arrangements for follow-up care after discharge. This position also requires applicants to become certified in CPR and Nonviolent Crisis Intervention.
* This is a trainee level position. When training is satisfactorily completed the employee may be eligible for a promotion to Psychiatric Technician. * Employees may be required to work weekends, holidays, day, evening and night shifts (swing or night shifts include 5% shift pay) (drug free and CHU info) The Idaho Department of Health & Welfare is a drug-free workplace. Any applicant offered employment in this position, will be required to pass a pre-employment drug test. In addition, the applicant will be required to complete and pass a criminal history background investigation after a conditional offer of employment. 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. This announcement may be used to fill full-time, part-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. BENEFITS: We have one of the Nation's best state retirement systems (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 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 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:
Provide a therapeutic environment. Facilitate on-going treatment for persons with mental illness in an inpatient setting. Implement treatment plans and monitor outcome of goals. Conduct therapeutic activities and co-facilitate group therapy sessions with patients who require intense inpatient psychiatric care. This may involve skills training, psychosocial rehabilitation activities, behavior management, symptom management, and anger management. Interact with patients on a one-to-one basis and in group settings to encourage appropriate behavior and provide input into developing and changing patient treatment plans. Observe the signs of mental and physical illness, the patient's response to treatment, personal hygiene activities, and the individual's behavior and interaction with others. Take and record patients' vital signs and follow nursing procedures for patient care. Foster increased patient self-esteem through teaching and role modeling, facilitate problem solving, record observations of individual and group behavior, and chart treatment progress. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS for PSYCHIATRIC TECHNICIAN TRAINEE: 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 functions OR a 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. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS for PSYCHIATRIC TECHNICIAN: You must possess all the minimum and specialty minimum qualifications below to pass the exam for this position. Please make sure your resume or work history supports your meeting the minimum and specialty 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 human services to include psychology, nursing, or social work. Typically requires a completed college course in psychology, nursing or social work OR at least six months experience in dual diagnosis, behavioral interventions, mental health disorders and medications, psychiatric symptoms or therapeutic communications OR completed Psychiatric Technician training program through Southwest Idaho Treatment Center, State Hospital North, State Hospital West or State Hospital South OR at least six months of work experience providing treatment services for the mentally ill. Experience with behavior management for individuals diagnosed with mental illness and developmental disabilities. Typically gained by completion of at least six credits of upper-division college coursework in psychology or special education OR at least six months of work experience completing behavioral assessments and/or mental health scales, analyzing behavior and its function, and developing or assisting in developing behavior support plans. Experience may have been gained through SHS, SHW, SWITC, or SHN's sponsored training. 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 PLEASE NOTE: application assistance is not available after the business hours listed below, on the weekends, or on holidays and you must apply before 11:59 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: dhwjobs@dhw.idaho.gov
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 ada.coordinator@dhr.idaho.gov. Preference may be given to veterans who qualify under state and federal laws and regulations.
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