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Salary: 22.710-29.810 :USD
State of New Hampshire Job Posting
Department of Health and Human Services
New Hampshire Hospital
36 Clinton St.
Concord, NH 03301
Mental Health Worker IV
Full-Time, Unit F
2nd Shift
$22.71 - $33.65 Hourly
Plus, applicable Shift Differential
*See total compensation information at the bottom of announcement.
The State of New Hampshire, Department of Health and Human Services, and New Hampshire Hospital has a full-time vacancy for a Mental Health Worker IV.
SUMMARY :
Acts as a functional supervisor/mentor to the Mental Health Worker Trainee III Unit positions. Under the direction of the Nursing Coordinator or Charge Nurse, provides specialized services involved in the care and counseling of patients with the most difficult problems; carries out assigned tasks and participates in providing direct patient care as part of the health care team, and in support of a therapeutic milieu, within the scope of defined practice.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Education: Associates degree from a recognized college or technical institute with major study in psychology, behavioral science, social science, human services, education, and any of the health professions or other approved area of study. Each additional year of approved formal education may be substituted for one year of required work experience.
Experience: Three years of experience in the care of mentally ill or emotionally disturbed persons in a psychiatric facility; OR three years of experience as a Mental Health Worker; OR three years of work experience in a position or combination of positions that would evidence possession of the requisite skills necessary for satisfactory performance at this level; including one year of experience in a supervisory capacity.
License/Certification: Must be certified as a Mental Health Worker. Valid driver's license if required by job function and noted on the supplemental job description.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: An employee may be required to work additional hours beyond their normal work shift, engaged in work that is characteristic of their classification, in order to meet patient/client care needs/safe staffing levels, established by the Nursing Department of New Hampshire Hospital or by Designated Receiving Facility.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Evidence of or capacity to acquire clinical skills and judgment appropriate to specific area of assignment. Interpersonal skills necessary to communicate effectively with co-workers, patients, families, and outside agencies. Effective problem-solving skills. Physical ability to restrain patients.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
STAFF WORKPLACE SAFETY ACCOUNTABILITIES:
Complies with established hospital and departmental policies and procedures by:
Total Commitment to Quality
Participates in the process of continuous quality improvement by supporting unit/department-based quality improvement activities. Demonstrates commitment to customer service values in professional conduct and by promoting such values in assigned work area.
DISCLAIMER STATEMENT: The supplemental job description lists the essential functions of the position and is not intended to include every job duty and responsibility specific to the position. An employee may be required to perform other related duties not listed on the supplemental job description provided that such duties are characteristic of that classification .
For further information please contact Aimee-Lynn Sheltry, Nurse Coordinator, at 603-271-5510 or email Aimee-Lynn.Sheltry@dhhs.nh.gov .
You may also contact Human Resources at NHH-HR@dhhs.nh.gov.
*TOTAL COMPENSATION INFORMATION
The State of NH total compensation package features an outstanding set of employee benefits, including:
HMO or POS Medical and Prescription Drug Benefits:
The actual value of State-paid health benefits is based on the employee's union status, and employee per pay period health benefit contributions will vary depending on the type of plan selected.
See this link for details on State-paid health benefits: https://das.nh.gov/hr/benefits.html
Value of State's share of Employee's Retirement: 13.85% of pay
Other Benefits:
o Dental Plan at minimal cost for employees and their families ($500-$1800 value)
o Flexible Spending healthcare and childcare reimbursement accounts
o State defined benefit retirement plan and Deferred Compensation 457(b) plan
o Work/life balance flexible schedules, paid holidays and generous leave plan
o $50,000 state-paid life insurance plus additional low-cost group life insurance
o Incentive-based Wellness Program (ability to earn up to $500)
Total Compensation Statement Worksheet:
https://das.nh.gov/documents/hr/JobSearch/FINAL_TOTAL_COMP_STATEMENT_ISSUE.xlsx
Want the specifics? Explore the Benefits of State Employment on our website:
https://das.nh.gov/hr/documents/BenefitBrochure.pdf
https://das.nh.gov/hr/index.aspx
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