Special Attendant

About the role

Work for Indiana Begin a fulfilling career with the State of Indiana by joining one of the largest employers in the state, offering a range of opportunities across 60+ agencies. At the state, you'll find competitive compensation, a robust benefits package and a commitment to work-life balance. Most importantly, you'll have the chance to make a real and measurable impact on the lives of Hoosiers across Indiana.

Responsibilities

• Implement the resident’s treatment plan.
• Monitor residents during daily routines (meals, classroom, bathroom, general areas).
• Observe, report, and record the condition and behavior of residents.
• Provide therapeutic interventions (de-escalation, redirection, and approved techniques for prevention and management of behavior).
• Counsel, teach, and demonstrate daily living skills as prescribed in the individual treatment plan.
• Assist in managing the aggressive behavior of clients.
• Avoid resident harm while ensuring security of residents and maintaining orderliness.
• Assist in carrying out occupational therapy/recreational therapy programs to maximize an individual’s capacity for independent living.
• Perform basic first aid in case of patient injury, such as applying antiseptics, bandages or utilizing CPR techniques and Heimlich maneuver as necessary.
• Perform routine clerical functions, including ordering supplies, maintaining client folders and other patient unit/ward forms, filing progress notes, and answering ward/unit telephone.
• Perform and assist residents in performing housekeeping duties and daily living activities.

Requirements

• Specialized knowledge of, and ability to apply, psychiatric nursing care practices including administering medications if certified or licensed.
• Specialized knowledge of the principles and methods needed to ensure therapeutic rehabilitation programs.
• Working knowledge of existing mental health provider systems.
• Practical knowledge of teaching techniques such as motivation, progress assessment, charting and behavior modification procedures with the ability to apply these skills as required.
• Specialized knowledge of needs of mentally ill client groups.
• Ability to operate routine medical equipment if trained/needed.
• Working knowledge of institution and unit procedures.
• Ability to respond effectively in emergency situations.
• Specialized knowledge of, and ability to apply, behavior modification, self-defense and restraining techniques as needed without injury to residents.
• Ability to recognize behaviors in clients or others and take appropriate action.
• Ability to counsel and guide residents in social behavior.
• Ability to write reports and keep records and charts accurately.
• Ability to complete required documentation in a timely and accurate manner.
• Ability to legally operate a motor vehicle in the State of Indiana.
• Certified or willing to become certified in professional rescuer CPR/AED.

Qualifications

• A High School Diploma or HSE diploma.
• At least 1+ years of experience applying the outlined knowledge, skills, and abilities in a similar role may be considered.

Skills

• Behavioral and Therapeutic Support
• Security & Safety
• Daily Living & Housekeeping
• Clinical & Emergency Response
• Administrative Support

Benefits

The State of Indiana offers a comprehensive benefit package for full-time employees which includes:

• Three (3) medical plan options (including RX coverage) as well as vision and dental plans.
• Wellness Rewards Program: Complete wellness activities to earn gift card rewards.
• Health savings account, which includes bi-weekly state contribution.
• Deferred compensation 457(b) account (similar to 401(k) plan) with employer match.
• Two (2) fully-funded pension plan options.
• A robust, comprehensive program of leave policies covering a variety of employee needs, including but not limited to: 150 hours of paid New Parent Leave and up to eight weeks of paid Childbirth Recovery Leave for eligible mothers.
• Up to 15 hours of paid community service leave.
• Combined 180 hours of paid vacation, personal, and sick leave time off.
• 12 paid holidays, 14 on election years.
• Education Reimbursement Program.
• Group life insurance.
• Referral Bonus program.
• Employee assistance program that allows for covered behavioral health visits.
• Qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.
• Free Parking for most positions.
• Free LinkedIn Learning access.

Pay

The salary for this position traditionally starts at $41,210.00 but may be commensurate with education and work experience. Use our Compensation Calculator to view the total compensation package.

Schedule

Workday attendance at assigned worksite(s) is an essential function of this position.