Special Management Technician

Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services; Virginia; On-site; USD 46,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health plans

13 paid holidays

Retirement plans

Job summary

Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services seeks a Special Management Technician at Central State Hospital in Petersburg, VA. The SMT will help maintain a safe, secure environment, provide therapeutic and physical interventions as needed, and engage with patients to support recovery.

Qualifications include a Virginia driver's license and prior security experience. The role requires shift flexibility and adherence to strict safety procedures, with a comprehensive benefits package

Qualifications

• The job requires awareness of state laws and safe work practices.
• Ability to communicate effectively in writing and verbally.
• Ability to lift heavy objects, bend, and stand up to most of the shift.
• CPR certification and willingness to work overtime as needed.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a safe, secure and therapeutic environment for patients.
• Engage with patients and staff to build rapport and ensure safety.
• Monitor activities and complete documentation as assigned.
• Respond professionally to incidents and emergencies.
• Complete unit rounds and maintain professional conduct at all times.

Skills

Security experience

CPR

Communication

Shift work

Job description

Title: Special Management Technician

State Role Title: 69114

Hiring Range: $46,375.00 - $59,876.00

Pay Band: 4

Agency: Dept Behavioral Health/Develop

Location: Central State Hospital

Agency Website: https://dbhds.virginia.gov/facilities/csh/

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

***Any and all qualifications that you have must be represented in your application/resume as verifiable work experience.***

**Must be able to work any shift**

Central State Hospital (CSH) is a 277-bed Joint Commission accredited psychiatric inpatient facility located in Petersburg, Virginia. Established in 1870, CSH holds the distinction of being the first psychiatric hospital in the nation dedicated to the treatment of African Americans. We have a long and proud history of serving the citizens of the Commonwealth, and we remain committed to providing excellence in mental health care.

At CSH, we strive to support the wellness and safety of our patients and their communities across Virginia. Our dedicated team shares core values of health and wellness, respect, integrity, empowerment, and recovery.

Exciting developments are on the horizon for CSH, as a new, modern facility is currently under construction on our existing campus, with a scheduled completion date in 2027. This will enhance our capacity to provide high-quality care in a supportive environment that promotes healing and recovery.

Central State Hospital (CSH), is recruiting for a full-time Special Management Technician (SMT). The SMT will assist with maintaining a safe, secure and therapeutic environment for the patients housed in the Maximum Security Unity. The position will also provide therapeutic and physical interventions when needed while assisting with monitoring and engagement activities with patients.

• Communicate with patients, staff and visitors in a positive manner.
• Build rapports and therapeutic relationships with patients.
• Provide monitoring and assistance to activities in order to maintain a safe therapeutic environment.
• Engage in activities with patients in order to build rapports and professional relationships.
• Use safety plans to deescalate situations without the use of physical intervention.
• Use communication skills to avoid the use of restrictive measures.
• Promote positive behavior by serving as a role model.
• Make rounds throughout the unit to ensure a safe environment.
• Maintain a professional and respectful demeanor at all times when interacting with patients.
• Respond in a professional manner to various incidents and emergencies and assist as directed by the on duty charge person.
• Make rounds and monitor patient activities.
• Properly monitor special staffing assignments.
• Ensures documentation is neat and legible.
• Complete all documentation as assigned and submit to the supervisor.
• This includes but is not limited to control center logs, receipts, visitation records, temperature check forms, ward search forms and roving sheets.

The knowledge, skills and abilities required to successfully perform the job include basic knowledge of state laws, driving skills. The ability to communicate both orally and in writing. Use of good judgement, lift heavy objects, bend at waist and knees, walk or stand a minimum of 90% of the time on the shift, use upper extremities (hands) to hold, grasp and manipulate work materials, administer CPR, and to work overtime hours.

Minimum Qualifications

• Valid Virginia Driver's License
• Previous Security Experience

Additional Considerations

• Previous Mental Health Experience

Background Investigation

All applicants are subject to an extensive background investigation and a pre-employment drug screening. This investigation may include fingerprint checks (State Police, FBI), local agency checks, Department of Social Services/Child Protective Services checks, employment verification, and verification of education relevant to the position.

Under Virginia Code

• 37.2-314 and 37.2-408.1, the Department of Behavioral Health & Developmental Services (DBHDS) cannot employ or utilize as volunteers, individuals convicted of specific ("barrier") crimes or those with pending "barrier" charges.

Reasonable Accommodations

Reasonable accommodations are available to individuals with disabilities during the application and/or interview process in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require assistance or accommodation, please notify Human Resources at [phone] during business hours (8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.).

Equal Opportunity

The Commonwealth of Virginia is committed to conducting all aspects of human resource management without regard to race (or traits historically associated with race, including hair texture, hair type, and protective hairstyles such as braids, locks, and twists), sex, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, veteran status, political affiliation, disability, genetic information, and pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions.* There shall be no retaliation against anyone making allegations of violations of this policy.

Veteran Preference

DBHDS is a Virginia Values Veterans (V3) certified employer and provides hiring preference to qualified veterans and service members. We highly encourage veterans, active members of the Virginia National Guard, and U.S. Military Reserve members to apply and respond accordingly on the state application.

Benefits

DBHDS offers a comprehensive benefits package, including your choice of health plans, paid life insurance, retirement plans, 13 paid holidays, annual leave, family personal leave, sick leave, employee discount programs, and more!

Contact Information

Name: Human Resources Department

Phone: [phone]

Email: [e-mail]

In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.

Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.