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About Logansport State Hospital:
Logansport State Hospital is a state-operated inpatient psychiatric hospital for adults with mental illness. Using an interdisciplinary approach and evidence-based programming, we promote recovery and return of the individual to the community.
Salary:
Starting pay for candidates with current Certified Medical Assistant licensure is $21.88 hourly.
About the Job:
As a Special Attendant, you will provide care and support to patients by encouraging involvement in groups, social activities, and other therapeutic measures. In this position, you will collaborate with interdisciplinary professionals to determine and provide the best care practices. You will also maintain a safe and secure environment through de-escalation techniques and will be responsible for maintaining the safety and security of the patients on the unit.
A Day in the Life:
The essential functions of this role are as follows:
- 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 building and off-grounds for medical, dental, or legal needs ensuring maximum security.
- Assist in the implementation of resident’s treatment plan.
- Monitor patients during meals, classroom time, bathroom time, and in general areas.
- Observe, report, and record the condition and behavior of residents.
- Demonstrate therapeutic interventions using the principles of de-escalation, re-direction, and approved techniques for prevention and management of behavior.
- Assist residents in cleaning and caring for their living areas, clothing, and supplies.
- Supervise and/or participate with groups of patients in social and recreational activities and encourage cooperation.
- Secure doors, search visitors, operate radio system, issue keys, and escort visitors to various areas of the unit.
- Conduct searches of patient’s rooms, searching for possible contraband, and ensure the safety of each patient.
- This position may have mandatory overtime.
The job profile 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 with or without notice.
What You’ll Need for Success:
You must meet the following requirements to be considered for employment:
- High School Diploma or High School Equivalency (HSE).
- Certified or willing to become certified in professional rescuer CPR/AED.
- Specialized knowledge of, and ability to apply, psychiatric nursing care practices including administering medications.
- Ability to write reports and keep records and charts accurately.
- Ability to respond effectively in emergency situations and to control adverse behavior
- Specialized knowledge of, and ability to apply, behavior modification, self-defense and restraining techniques as needed without injury to residents.
- Working knowledge of resident’s behavior and ability to anticipate and deal with behavior changes on a daily basis.
- Working knowledge of institution and unit procedures.
- Ability to perform and assist residents in performing housekeeping duties and daily living activities.
- Ability to follow directions.
Supervisory Responsibilities/Direct Reports:
This role does not provide direct supervision to direct reports.
Benefits of Employment with the State of Indiana:
The State of Indiana offers a comprehensive benefit package for full-time employees which includes:
- Three (3) medical plan options (including RX coverage) as well as vision and dental plans
- Wellness program (offers premium discount for the medical plan and gift cards)
- Health savings account, which includes bi-weekly state contribution
- Flexible work scheduling options, including the potential for hybrid remote work for employees whose work may be performed outside state facilities
- Deferred compensation 457B account (similar to 401k 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
- 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.
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