DIRECT CARE ASSISTANT I CI (COURT-INVOLVED) (MULTIPLE FULL AND PART TIME POSITIONS AVAILABLE) -[...]

The State of Maryland; New York (NY); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated Direct Care Assistants to join their team in providing essential support to mentally and physically ill patients. In this role, you will assist in the rehabilitation and treatment of clients, ensuring they receive the care and mentoring needed to thrive. This position offers the opportunity to work within a collaborative environment, contributing to the well-being of individuals in need. If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of others and enjoy working in a dynamic team setting, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Professional Development Opportunities

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited high school or equivalent is required.
• Six months of relevant experience in patient care is essential.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the care and treatment of mentally or physically ill patients.
• Work as part of an interdisciplinary team to support patient rehabilitation.

Skills

Patient Care Assistance

Mentoring Skills

Team Collaboration

Communication Skills

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Nursing Assistant Certification

Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)

Job description

Introduction

GRADE: ASTD12

LOCATION OF POSITION:

The Maryland Department of Health has multiple full and part-time court-involved (CI) positions available within our Facilities. When completing your application, please select all locations in which you are willing to accept employment.

1. Clifton T. Perkins Hospital Center, Jessup, MD: A State facility providing care to mentally ill offenders.
2. Eastern Shore Hospital Center, Cambridge, MD: A mental health facility with 80 beds providing inpatient mental health services.
3. Regional Institute for Children and Adolescents (RICA)- Baltimore, MD: A residential treatment facility for adolescents.
4. Regional Institute for Children and Adolescents (RICA) - Rockville, MD: A facility serving children and adolescents with severe emotional disabilities.
5. Springfield Hospital Center, Sykesville, MD: A regional psychiatric hospital providing clinical services for mental illnesses.
6. Spring Grove Hospital Center, Catonsville, MD: A complex providing inpatient psychiatric services.
7. Thomas B. Finan Center, Cumberland, MD: A psychiatric facility serving citizens of Maryland.
8. Potomac Center, Hagerstown, MD: A residential center for individuals with intellectual disabilities.
9. Secure Evaluation and Therapeutic Treatment (SETT) Program, Hagerstown, MD: A licensed Forensic Residential Center for individuals with intellectual disabilities.

POSITION DUTIES:

This recruitment is for multiple positions and shifts throughout the Maryland Department of Health. The Direct Care Assistant I Court Involved (CI) will assist in the care, treatment, habilitation or rehabilitation of mentally or physically ill patients, aged or developmentally disabled clients in need of support, assistance, mentoring in their treatment plans, skill building, vocational and meaningful life activities. These positions are essential members of an interdisciplinary team working together to provide all services needed to meet the needs of the person to return to full community living.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education: Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of a high school equivalency certificate.

Experience: Six months of experience in work assisting in the care, treatment, habilitation or rehabilitation of mentally or physically ill patients, aged or developmentally disabled clients.

Notes: 1. Applicants may substitute experience in patient or client direct care on a year-for-year basis for up to four years of the required education. 2. Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience as a non-commissioned officer in Hospital Corpsman classifications or Health Care Specialist and Medical Services specialty codes in the health-related field of work on a year-for-year basis for the required experience.

LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS:

1. Candidates must possess a current certificate as a Nursing Assistant from the Maryland State Board of Nursing OR within sixty days from date of hire, must have successfully completed a Board of Nursing approved Nursing Assistant training program and received certification as a Nursing Assistant.
2. Employees in this classification located in facilities that provide long term care for the aged may be required to possess or obtain a Geriatric Aide certificate.
3. Employees may be required to operate a motor vehicle and must possess a valid motor vehicle operator's license in the State of Maryland.
4. Some employees may be required to operate vans which require a specific motor vehicle operator's license valid in the State of Maryland.
5. Employees may be required to successfully complete training in and maintain current cardiopulmonary resuscitation certification.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

1. Employees must have successfully completed a direct care training course or examination approved by the hiring facility prior to permanent appointment.
2. Employees are subject to call-in and will be required to provide the facility with a telephone number at which they can be reached.
3. Employees are subject to substance abuse testing in accordance with Code of Maryland Regulations 17.04.09.

SELECTION PROCESS:

Applicants who meet the minimum (and selective) qualifications will be included in further evaluation. The evaluation may be a rating of your application based on your education, training and experience as they relate to the requirements of the position. Therefore, it is essential that you provide complete and accurate information on your application.

BENEFITS:

STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS

FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS:

Online applications are highly recommended. However, if you are unable to apply online, the paper application may be submitted to MDH, Recruitment and Selection Division, 201 W. Preston St., Room 114-B, Baltimore, MD 21201. Paper application materials must be received by 5 pm, close of business, on the closing date for the recruitment, no postmarks will be accepted.

If additional information is required, the preferred method is to upload. If you are unable to upload, please fax the requested information to 410-333-5689. Only additional materials that are required will be accepted for this recruitment. All additional information must be received by the closing date and time.

For questions regarding this recruitment, please contact the MDH Recruitment and Selection Division at 410-767-1251. Appropriate accommodations for individuals with disabilities are available upon request. We thank our Veterans for their service to our country. People with disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply. As an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruitment, retaining and promoting employees who are reflective of the State's diversity.