Psychiatric Care Technicians/CNA - AM Shift

Job Duties

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

Responsibilities

• 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

Qualifications

• Obtain a CNA Certification within probationary period and maintain CNA (Certified Nursing Aide) certification in good standing with the VA State Board of Nursing.
• Experience in a psychiatric, healthcare facility, acute care, long-term care or correction setting is preferred.
• Valid Driver's License preferred.
• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.

Additional Considerations

• KSAs and or Competencies required to successfully perform the work: 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 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

Special Instructions

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

To check the status of your application, refer to “Your Application” in your account.

Applications/résumés will begin to be reviewed within five (5) days of the posting date.

Background Investigation

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.

Equal Opportunity

The Commonwealth of Virginia is committed to conducting all aspects of human resource management without regard to race (or traits historically associated with race, including hair texture, hair type, and protective hairstyles such as braids, locks, and twists), sex, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, veteran status, political affiliation, disability, genetic information, and pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions.

Veteran Preference

DBHDS is a Virginia Values Veterans (V3) certified employer and provides hiring preferences to qualified veterans and service members. We highly encourage veterans, active members of the Virginia National Guard, and U.S. Military Reserve members to apply and respond accordingly on the state application.

Contact Information

Name: Rebecca Richardson
Phone: 276-706-3516
Email: rebecca.richardson@dbhds.virginia.gov