Health Aide Lead - Columbus

Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities, Department of; United States; On-site; USD 37,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

The State of Georgia is seeking a Health Aide Lead in Columbus at West Central Georgia Regional Hospital. The role provides basic patient care, helps patients develop daily living skills, completes documentation, and records vital signs.

Candidates must have a high school diploma or GED and one year of related experience; driver’s license preferred. The position requires background checks and vaccinations, with competitive compensation based on experience.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED with one year of related experience.
• Experience at Health Aide 2 level or equivalent may be required.

Responsibilities

• Provides basic patient care and helps patients develop daily living skills.
• Completes required documentation in patient and unit records.
• Takes vital signs and records them in the Electronic Medical Record.
• Ensures safety and security of clients.
• Observes and documents patient data, behavior, and activity.
• Prepares clients for treatments or examinations.
• May assist with bathing or activities of daily living.

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 and Details

Job Title: Health Aide Lead - Columbus Agency: Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities Job Requisition ID: JR0000006091 Shift: Day (United States of America) Compensation Details: $44,117.00 BASED ON EXPERIENCE

Job Description

Workplace

West Central Georgia Regional Hospital

Job Summary

• Provides basic patient care and works with patients/clients to develop daily living skills.
• Completes required documentation in patient and unit records.
• Takes vital signs as needed and documents them accordingly in the Electronic Medical Record.
• Ensures safety and security of clients.
• Observes and documents patient data, behavior, and activity.
• Prepares clients for treatments or examinations.
• May assist with bathing or activities of daily living.

Preferred Qualifications

• Valid driver's license from the state of Georgia or from the state in which candidate resides and clear motor vehicle report.
• At least One year of experience as a Health Aide 2 or equivalent.
• Experience in supervision or leadership role is a plus but not required

Employment Requirements

To 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 Screening
• TB Evaluation
• Annual 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.
• 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 Employer The 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.

Georgia State Government is a large enterprise, composed of various entities with a common goal to improve the lives of Georgia's 10 million citizens. With nearly 62,000 employees, we are one of the single largest employer in the state. Public service opportunities stretch across the state as employees live and work in all 159 counties. From traditional fields such as accounting, nursing, and engineering to unique fields like forestry and natural resources management, Georgia state government provides a world of opportunity.