P2P - NDI-Special Attendant Hiring Event

State of Indiana; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 37,000 - 45,000; Full time

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Free Parking

LinkedIn Learning access

Pension plan options

Job summary

State of Indiana in Indianapolis seeks a Special Attendant to support psychiatric treatment and rehabilitation services. You will help implement treatment plans, monitor residents, and assist with daily living activities in a safe, structured environment.

The role emphasizes therapeutic support, de-escalation techniques, and collaboration with professionals to promote recovery. A high school diploma and 1+ year related experience are typically required, with salary starting at $41,210 annually.

Qualifications

• Specialized knowledge of psychiatric nursing care and therapies.
• Ability to implement treatment plans and monitor patient behavior.
• Experience with de-escalation and safety procedures.
• Willingness to work in a structured behavioral health setting.

Responsibilities

• Assist in implementing the resident’s treatment plan.
• Monitor residents during daily routines and observe behavior.
• Demonstrate therapeutic interventions for prevention and management of behavior.
• Provide daily living skills coaching and assist with housekeeping tasks.

Skills

Psychiatric nursing care

Therapeutic rehabilitation

Emergency response

Motivation and charting

Behavior modification

Restraint techniques

Education

High School Diploma or HSE

Job description

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.

About NeuroDiagnostic Institute

The Neurodiagnostic Institute and Advanced Treatment Center (NDI) is located on the Community Hospital East campus in Indianapolis, delivering advanced evaluations and treatments for patients with psychiatric illness. Together, the NDI and the Indiana Family and Social Services Administration (FSSA) offer a modern, healing atmosphere for all Hoosiers.

Role Overview

The Special Attendant serves as a frontline behavioral health professional supporting individuals receiving psychiatric treatment and rehabilitative services. This role is responsible for implementing treatment plans, providing therapeutic support, monitoring patient behavior and safety, assisting with daily living activities, and helping individuals develop the skills needed for greater independence. The position plays a critical role in creating a safe, structured, and therapeutic environment while promoting patient recovery and well-being.

When: November 13, 2026

Time: 9:00 am- 3:00 pm

Location: 5435 E. 16th St., Indianapolis, IN 46218

Salary

The annual salary for this position traditionally starts at $41,210.00 but may be commensurate with education and work experience.

A Day In The Life

Behavioral & Therapeutic Support

• Assist in the implementation of 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.
• Demonstrate therapeutic interventions (de-escalation, redirection,and approved techniques for prevention and management of behavior.
• Provide motivational techniques, counsel, teach, and demonstrate daily living skills asprescribed in the individual treatment plan.
• Advise clients on appropriate social behavior.
• Coordinate client activities under the direction of a professional by adapting prescribedtreatment plans to individual client needs.
• Conduct ongoing assessments of clients’ training needs to meet treatment plan objectives for transitional living.
• Provide a safe environment for the client that will be conducive to learning and promote self-esteem and self-sufficiency.

Security & Safety

• Ensure security of residents and maintain orderliness which occasionally requires restraining unruly, dangerous residents.
• Escort residents to and from various activity and therapy areas within the building and off grounds for medical, dental, or legal needs ensuring safety and maximum security.
• Secure doors, search visitors (if applicable per facility policy), operate radio systems, issue keys and escort visitors to various areas of the unit.
• Conduct searches of patient's rooms, searching for possible contraband, and ensurethe safety of each patient.
• Assist in managing the aggressive behavior of clients.

Daily Living & Housekeeping

• Assist residents in cleaning and caring for their living areas, clothing, and supplies.
• Develop clients’ community living skills through activities such as daily living skillsexercises (grocery shopping, accessing public transportation, locating communityproviders, etc., if applicable per facility policy).
• Maintain and distribute client funds for individual treatment programs (e.g., to teach budgeting skills).

Clinical & Emergency Response

• Assist in carrying out occupational therapy/recreational therapy programs to maximizean individual’s capacity for independent living.
• Perform basic first aid in case of patient injury, such as applying antiseptics, bandages orutilizing CPR techniques and Heimlich maneuver as necessary.

Administrative Support

• Perform routine clerical functions, including ordering supplies, maintaining client folders and other patient unit/ward forms, filing progress notes, and answering ward/unit telephone.

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

The job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time.

What You'll Need For Success

• 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.
• Working knowledge of resident's behavior and ability to anticipate and deal with behavior changes on a daily basis.
• Demonstrate therapeutic interventions using the principles of de-escalation, re-direction, and approved techniques for prevention and management of behavior.
• 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.
• Perform routine clerical functions, including ordering supplies, maintaining client folders and other patient unit/ward forms, filing progress notes, and answering ward/unit telephone.
• Ability to perform and assist residents in performing housekeeping duties and daily living activities.
• Ability to maintain and distribute client trust accounts if needed.
• Ability to legally operate a motor vehicle in the State of Indiana.
• Certified or willing to become certified in professional rescuer CPR/AED
• A High School Diploma or HSE diploma, and
• At least 1+ years of experience applying the outlined knowledge, skills, and abilities in a similar role may be considered.

Individuals should have the ability to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.

Supervisory Responsibilities/Direct Reports

This role may be utilized in a supervisory capacity based on agency needs.

Benefits Of Employment With The State Of Indiana

• 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

Equal Employment Opportunity

The State of Indiana is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to recruiting, selecting, developing, and promoting employees based on individual ability and job performance. Reasonable accommodations may be available to enable individuals with disabilities to complete the application and interview process as well as perform the essential functions of a role. If you require reasonable accommodations to complete this application, you can request assistance by contacting the Indiana State Personnel Department at [e-mail] .