Human Services Technician

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Job Class: Human Services Technician

Agency: Human Services Dept

• Job ID : 84689
• Location : Bemidji
• Telework Eligible : No
• Full/Part Time : Full-Time
• Regular/Temporary : Unlimited
• Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers
• Date Posted : 03/07/2025
• Closing Date : 03/26/2025
• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Human Services Dept / DHS Ah Gwah Ching AFSCME
• Division/Unit : Mental Health & Substance Abuse Treatment Services / CBHH Bemidji Nursing 2
• Work Shift/Work Hours : Rotating Shift / 6:45am-5:15pm; 11:45am-10:15pm OR Night Shift / 9:30pm-7:30pm
• Days of Work : Varies; two weekends on, two weekends off; may include weekends and holidays
• Travel Required : No
• Salary Range: $20.91 - $28.02 / hourly; $43,660 - $58,505 / annually
• Classified Status : Classified
• Bargaining Unit/Union : 204 - Health Care Non Professional/AFSCME
• Work Area : CBHH Bemidji
• FLSA Status : Nonexempt
• Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/) : Yes
  
  

The Department of Human Services is unable to provide sponsorship for work visas. Applicants must be eligible to work in the United States at the start of employment. DHS does not participate in E-Verify.

The work you'll do is more than just a job.

At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.

Candidates may be eligible for a hiring incentive of $2,500!

• This announcement may be used to fill multiple full-time rotating shift and night shift vacancies.
  
  

Human Services Technician is a direct care role within the state-operated Community Behavioral Health Hospital (CBHH) in Bemidji. The CBHH provides short-term, acute inpatient psychiatric services in a 16-bed community-based setting. Natural support structures are incorporated into treatment by serving patients as close as possible to their home communities.

As a Human Services Technician, you will have the following responsibilities:

• Facilitate admission and discharge functions.
• Complete the demographic/technical admission procedure for patients entering the CBHH so that an optimum level of health and comfort may be attained
• Provide optimal physical and mental health care (according to the scope of this position) so that optimal health and outcomes can be achieved and maintained.
• Maintain an acceptable environment of care.
• Participate as a member of the integrated treatment team in the development/implementation of individual patient behavioral treatment plans and by promoting illness management and recovery process.
• Perform delegated treatments and procedures within policy.
• Maintain a hazard-free environment through awareness of safety standards and response to emergency calls so that major crises may be prevented and/or handled appropriately.
• Perform housekeeping tasks so that a healthful and aesthetic environment is maintained.
• Actively participate in and assist with the collection, organization of monitoring and evaluation data as requested so that patient care services are continuously maintained and improved.
• Participate in in-service training and quality improvement activities so that the best possible care is provided to patients.
  
  

Minimum Qualifications

• Ability to read and write English sufficient to understand/follow directions and to maintain records/documentation.
• Human relations skills sufficient to establish rapport with and provide direction to service recipients.
• Possess and maintain a valid driver's license.
  
  

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.

Direct Care & Treatment (DCT) healthcare facilities require employees to provide documentation that they are free from tuberculosis (TB) through a blood test prior to employment. DCT does not accept TB skin testing.

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.