Support Care Assistant (FTC-South)

State of Missouri; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

The State of Missouri is seeking a positive Support Care Assistant at the St. Louis Forensic Treatment Center to provide essential care for individuals with mental illness. This entry-level role involves basic nursing tasks, establishing relationships, and ensuring a therapeutic environment, all while enjoying a comprehensive employee benefit package.

Benefits

Affordable Health, Vision, and Dental Insurance

Paid Basic Life Insurance

Cafeteria Plan

Deferred Compensation

MOSERS Retirement

13 paid holidays per year

10 hours of annual leave accrued per month

10 hours of sick leave accrued per month

Qualifications

• Able to lift 45lbs vertically from floor to shoulder height.
• Must be able to implement crisis intervention techniques.
• One or more years of work experience or self-employment is required.

Responsibilities

• Perform basic non-professional psychiatric and general nursing work.
• Establish effective interpersonal relationships with residents.
• Contribute to the maintenance of a therapeutic environment.

Skills

Leadership

Crisis intervention

Interpersonal skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

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5300 Arsenal St., St. Louis, MO 63139

St. Louis Forensic Treatment Center provides specialized care for clients diagnosed with mental illness. We are looking for a positive and energetic Support Care Assistant who has an interest in helping individuals with mental illness maximize their potential. This is a first level direct patient care position working on the inpatient units.

Support Care Assistant

Forensic Treatment Center - South

5300 Arsenal St., St. Louis, MO 63139

St. Louis Forensic Treatment Center provides specialized care for clients diagnosed with mental illness. We are looking for a positive and energetic Support Care Assistant who has an interest in helping individuals with mental illness maximize their potential. This is a first level direct patient care position working on the inpatient units.

Responsibilities

• Performs basic non-professional psychiatric and general nursing work.
• Work involves establishing effective interpersonal relationships with residents, co-workers and other members of the health care team.
• Contributing to the maintenance of a therapeutic environment.
• Rendering basic nursing care.
  
  

Eligibility

• Able to lift 45lbs vertically from floor to shoulder height
• Run, walk or jog a distance of 400 yards
• Pull 45lbs at least 20 feet
• Kneel on floor to perform CPR
• Implement crisis intervention techniques and emergency treatment procedures.
• Demonstrate strong leadership and team building abilities.
• One or more years of work experience or self-employment.
• Possession of a high school diploma or proof of high school equivalency.
  
  

Excellent State Of Missouri Benefit Package Including

• Affordable Health, Vision, Dental Insurance
• Paid Basic Life Insurance (amount equivalent to annual salary)
• Cafeteria Plan
• Deferred Compensation
• MOSERS Retirement
• 13 paid holidays per year
• 10 hours of annual leave accrued per month
• 10 hours of sick leave accrued per month
  
  

WHY DMH?

The Missouri Department of Mental Health is dedicated to the prevention, treatment, and public understanding of mental illness and developmental disabilities. By joining our team, YOU can make a difference in the lives of those impacted by a mental illness or developmental disability so they have the opportunity to pursue their dreams, live their lives to the fullest, and be a valued member of their communities.

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