Security Support Care Assistant SORTS - SMMHC

State of Missouri; Farmington (MO); On-site; USD 32,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Defined pension plan

Health insurance eligibility

Paid leave and holidays

Job summary

The State of Missouri, Department of Mental Health at Southeast Missouri Mental Health Center seeks Security Support Care Assistants to provide services as part of a nursing service team for mentally ill forensic clients in a high security setting. Candidates should show compassion and the ability to work in a trauma-informed, recovery-based environment.

Responsibilities include direct care, assisting with daily living activities, checking vital signs, and maintaining records.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old to work in SORTS units.
• Ability to work with clients with physical or mental illness, developmental disabilities, physical disabilities, and/or the geriatric population.
• Ability to perform first aid and emergency treatments as instructed.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct care, treatment, and/or security of forensic psychiatric and/or sex offender clients in high security areas.
• Assist clients with activities of daily living such as feeding, bathing, bed making, shaving, dressing, and other related tasks.
• Check vital signs, height, and weight as assigned.
• Collect and maintain records of fluid intake and output.
• Report on the condition of clients.
• May perform internal environment of care checks or perform some security-related functions in a mental health care setting.

Skills

Compassion

Trauma-informed care

Recovery-focused approach

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Location

The facility is located in Farmington, a community of about 15,000 on the edge of the Ozarks with a low cost of living, good schools and many opportunities for outdoor recreation. Farmington has a small town's friendliness and charm while being only about an hour from St. Louis and all the amenities of a large city.

Job Location

The facility is located in Farmington, a community of about 15,000 on the edge of the Ozarks with a low cost of living, good schools and many opportunities for outdoor recreation. Farmington has a small town's friendliness and charm while being only about an hour from St. Louis and all the amenities of a large city.

Why you'll love this position

The State of Missouri, Department of Mental Health at Southeast Missouri Mental Health Center is looking for positive, energetic, and caring Security Support Care Assistants to provide services as part of one of our innovative nursing service teams to mentally ill forensic clients in a high security setting. Successful candidates will be able to demonstrate compassion and an ability to work in a trauma informed and recovery based environment. Please see below for general job information overview:

• Provide direct care, treatment, and/or security of forensic psychiatric and/or sex offender clients in high security areas
• Accountable for assisting clients with activities of daily living such as feeding, bathing, bed making, shaving, dressing, and other related tasks.
• Assist in checking vital signs, height, and weight as assigned
• Collect and maintain records of fluid intake and output
• Report on the condition of clients
• May perform internal environment of care checks or perform some security-related functions in a mental health care setting

Minimum Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years or older to work in SORTS units
• Ability to work with clients with physical or mental illness, developmental disabilities, physical disabilities, and/or the geriatric population

Ability to perform first aid and emergency treatments as instructed

Preferred Qualifications

Knowledge of the general care and treatment of clients in a maximum or intermediate security environment, including basic nursing, first aid, and emergency treatments. Ability to work with clients with physical or mental illness, developmental disabilities, physical disabilities, and/or the geriatric population. Ability to perform first aid and emergency treatments as instructed.

Typical Qualifications

0-1 year of experience. (Substitutions may be allowed.)

Lack of post-secondary education will not be used as the sole basis denying consideration to any applicant.

The State of Missouri offers an excellent benefits package that includes a defined pension plan, generous amounts of leave and holiday time, and eligibility for health insurance coverage. Your total compensation is more than the dollars you receive in your paycheck. To help demonstrate the value of working for the State of Missouri, we have created an interactive Total Compensation Calculator. This tool provides a comprehensive view of benefits and more that are offered to prospective employees. The Total Compensation Calculator and other applicant resources can be found here.

If you have questions about this position please contact: Human Resources @ 573-218-6800