Psychiatric Technician Trainee - SHN

Psychiatric Technician Trainee - SHNPosting Begin Date : 2025 / 01 / 27Posting End Date : 2025 / 04 / 21Category : Human ServicesSub Category : Mental HealthWork Type : Full TimeLocation : Orofino, ID, United StatesMinimum Salary : 16.50Maximum Salary : 17.50Pay Rate Type : HourlyDescription DEDICATED TO STRENGTHENING THE HEALTH, SAFETY, AND INDEPENDENCE OF IDAHOANS

• THIS ANNOUNCEMENT WILL BE OPEN UNTIL FILLED. APPLICANTS ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY AS SOON AS POSSIBLE TO BE CONSIDERED.
• State Hospital North (SHN) is filling Psychiatric Technician Trainee positions. SHN is a modern 55-bed adult psychiatric hospital located in the beautiful mountains of North Central Idaho. You will enjoy working with our friendly, dedicated and professional staff.
• This is a trainee level position. When training is satisfactorily completed, the employee maybe eligible for a promotion to Psychiatric Technician.
• Employees may be required to work weekends, holidays, day, evening and night shifts (swing or night shifts include 5% shift pay). The Idaho Department of Health & Welfare is a drug-free workplace. Any applicant offered employment in this position, will be required to pass a pre-employment drug test. In addition, the applicant will be required to complete and pass a criminal history background investigation after a conditional offer of employment. This announcement may be used to fill full-time, part-time, and temporary positions. Temporary positions are limited to working 1,385 hours in a 12-month period for any one state agency. Employees are eligible for benefits if they work twenty (20) hours or more per week and the term of employment is expected to exceed five (5) continuous months. BENEFITS : BEST RETIREMENT AVAILABLE IN THE NATION We have one of the Nation's best state retirement systems (https : / / www.persi.idaho.gov / members-1 / ) (PERSI) that offers a lifetime benefit. OTHER EXCELLENT BENEFITS 11 paid holidays Generous vacation and sick leave accrual beginning as soon as you start Paid parental leave (https : / / dhr.idaho.gov / information-for-state-employees / ) Medical, dental, vision insurance - incredible rates! (full-time / 30 hours per week) PERSI Choice 401(k) Deferred compensation plan Life insurance Short and long-term disability insurance Student Loan Forgiveness (https : / / studentaid.gov / manage-loans / forgiveness-cancellation / public-service) Wellness programs Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) Wide variety of training opportunities Some positions offer flexible hours and / or telecommuting EXAMPLE OF DUTIES : Provide personal care for patients. Provide group and / or individual services in psychosocial treatment, disturbed behavior management, record keeping, environmental management, and patient care. Maintain the safety of patients / residents, including involvement in emergencies such as fire evacuations. Interact with patients / residents to encourage appropriate behavior and to control aggressive behavior. Interact with patients / residents to provide social skills training in areas such as : social interaction; leisure time activity; planning and decision making; and money management. Take, record, and report vital signs, sleep patterns, and diet patterns. Identify and report changes in patients / residents behavior and health. Lift and transfer patients / residents; lift and carry items weighing approximately 50 pounds. Monitor and assess safety and security of clients and facilities within their environment, and take action in crisis situations. Maintain the environment by performing basic housekeeping duties. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS : You must possess all the minimum and specialty minimum qualifications below to pass the exam for this position. Please make sure your resume or work history supports your meeting the minimum and specialty qualifications for this position. Failure to do this may disqualify you from being considered for this position. It is highly recommended to attach a one-page cover letter to your application to demonstrate how you meet the requirements below. Some knowledge of personal hygiene and first aid.Typically gained by at least two months of experience performing these functionsORa willingness to learn them. Experience following written and oral instructions.Typically gained by at least six months of experience. Ability to read and write in English. Learn About a Career with DHW (https : / / healthandwelfare.idaho.gov / about-dhw / dhw-careers)
• PLEASE NOTE : application assistance is not available after the business hours listed below, on the weekends, or on holidays and you must apply before 4 : 59 pm on the closing date. When applying, use CHROME as your browser to avoid complications. If you have questions, please contact us at : Email is the quickest way to get an answer to your questions. (answered Monday through Friday during business hours MST) EMAIL : [email protected] PHONE : (208) 334-0681 EEO / ADA / Veteran : The State of Idaho is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, political affiliation or belief, sex, national origin, genetics, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws. The State of Idaho is committed to access and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities, auxiliary aids and services are available upon request. If you require an accommodation at any step in our recruitment process, you are encouraged to contact (208) 334-2263 (TTY / TTD : 711), or email[email protected]. Preference may be given to veterans who qualify under state and federal laws and regulations.