What are the responsibilities and job description for the Human Svcs Technician position at Minnesota Careers?
When employees are embraced, respected and heard, we will build a collaborative, equitable, inclusive and anti-racist culture where everyone thrives.
The Anoka Metro Regional Treatment Center is looking for kind and compassionate Human Services Technicians who 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:
- 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
Qualifications:
- 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.
