Health Aide Lead

State-of-Georgi; Augusta (GA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

State of Georgia is seeking a Health Aide Lead to support the Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities. Under broad supervision, you will provide basic patient care and help clients develop daily living skills, including taking vital signs and assisting nursing staff as needed.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, at least one year of related experience, and a willingness to undergo mandatory screenings and vaccinations.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• One (1) year of related experience required.
• Experience at Health Aide 2 level or equivalent preferred.
• Background checks and vaccinations may be required.

Responsibilities

• Provide basic patient care under broad supervision.
• Assist patients/clients to develop daily living skills.
• May take vital signs and perform related procedures under nursing staff guidance.

Education

High School diploma/GED

Job description

Explore a World of Opportunity with the State of Georgia!We are the force that drives Georgia!Georgia State Government is a large enterprise, composed of various agencies and entities with a common goal to improve the lives of Georgia's more than 10 million citizens!Join Team Georgia and impact lives everyday while receiving a robust benefits package designed for every stage of your career!Job Title:Health Aide LeadAgency:Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental DisabilitiesJob Requisition ID:JR0000005821Shift:Any (United States of America)Compensation Details:$44,117.00Job Description:Under broad supervision, provides basic patient care and works with patients/clients to develop daily living skills. May take vital signs and perform other related medical procedures under the direction of nursing staff.For benefits information, please visit: https://careers.dbhdd.ga.gov/why-dbhdd/Employment RequirementsTo ensure the safety and wellbeing of our employees, individuals and communities we serve, certain positions within DBHDD may require evaluations, vaccinations, professional licensure and certifications. Licenses must be current and enable providers to practice within the State of Georgia.The following are a listing of evaluations and vaccinations that may be required for employees, including those not involved with direct care:Drug ScreeningTB EvaluationAnnual Influenza**Limited exemptions may be made for documented medical contraindications or religious beliefs that object to vaccinations.Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information on application status by phone or e-mail. All qualified applicants will be considered but may not necessarily receive an interview. Selected applicants will be contacted by the hiring agency for next steps in the selection process.This position is subject to close at any time once a satisfactory applicant pool has been identified.FOR THIS TYPE OF EMPLOYMENT, STATE LAW REQUIRES A NATIONAL AND STATE BACKGROUND CHECK AS A CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT.Minimum Qualifications:High School diploma/GED and one (1) year of experience in a related field; or one (1) year of experience required at the lower-level Health Aide 2 (HCS021) or position equivalent.Equal Employment Opportunity EmployerThe State of Georgia does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or other protected categories in employment or the provision of services.Qualified applicants may request reasonable accommodation when needed during the application and/or screening process by contacting the appropriate agency Human Resources department.