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Job Class: Human Services Technician

Agency: Human Services Dept

• Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers

• Date Posted : 04/24/2024

• Closing Date : 06/24/2024

• Hiring Agency: Direct Care & Treatment

• Division/Unit :Direct Care & Treatment / Mental Health & Substance Abuse Treatment Services

• Work Shift/Work Hours : Varies

• Days of Work : Varies

• Travel Required : No

• Salary Range: $20.01 - 26.81 /hourly; $41,781 - $55,979 /annually

• Job Class Option : None

• Classified Status : Classified

• Bargaining Unit/Union : 204 - Health Care Non Professional/AFSCME

• Work Area : Anoka Metro Regional Treatment Center

• FLSA Status : Nonexempt

• Telework Eligible : No

• Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/) : Yes

Make a difference in the lives of Minnesotans.

The work you’ll do is more than just a job. Join the talented, engaged and inclusive workforce dedicated to creating a better Minnesota.

Candidates may be eligible for a hiring bonus up to $2,500!

The Anoka Metro Regional Treatment Center is looking for kind and compassionate Human Services Technicians that strive to have a good work ethic and are ready to share our dedication to the people we serve. As a Human Services Technician you will assist in providing treatment and instruction to patients that includes direct patient care, assisting with activities of daily living (ADLs), and ensuring patient needs are met.

Responsibilities include:

• Assist with bathing, toileting, hygiene, etc.

• Complete and document vital signs (temperature, pulse, respirations, blood pressure, oxygen saturation) and report to nursing staff

• Develop therapeutic and professional relationships and rapport with patients

• Contribute to cleaning and assisting in administrative support tasks as needed to ensure patient care is maintained and facilities are kept clean and safe.

• Assists with admissions and discharges.

• Escort and/or transport patients as assigned

• Follow treatment plans and other individual patient programs

Anoka Metro Regional Treatment Center is a secure inpatient psychiatric hospital serving adults with mental illness in a large, campus-based setting. The population also includes individuals civilly committed for specialized care, such as competency for criminal court (Rule 20), emergency 48-hour bed holds, and co-occurring mental illness/chemical dependency. Located just 15 minutes north of the Twin Cities metro, this modern facility offers compassionate, person-centered care in a pleasant environment appreciated by patients and employees alike.

*This posting will be used to fill multiple positions that are full-time and will include shifts that are rotating (day/evening) and nights.

Minimum Qualifications

To qualify you must have the following:

• Ability to read and write English sufficient to understand and follow directions and to maintain records and documentation within an electronic health record.

• Desire and ability to interact and establish rapport with patients who live with severe and persistent mental illness.

• Ability to effectively communicate with a diverse population, utilizing persuasion and authority.

• Basic Life Support certification or completion within three months of hire.

Preferred Qualifications

• Our employees are dedicated to ensuring cultural responsiveness. Preferred candidates will have a variety of experiences working effectively with others from different backgrounds and cultures.

Additional Requirements

To facilitate proper crediting, please ensure that your resume clearly describes your experience in the areas listed and indicates the beginning and ending month and year for each job held.

REFERENCE/BACKGROUND CHECKS - The Department of Human Services will conduct reference checks to verify job-related credentials and criminal background check prior to appointment.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Minnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.

Reasonable accommodations will be made to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us . Please indicate what assistance is needed.