Part Time Health Aide-Savannah, GA

State of Georgia•Savannah, GA

34d

About The Position

GRHS is seeking candidates for the position of Health Aide Hourly - Varied Shifts. This position is hourly and not eligible for State Benefits. Will work on average 29 hours a week. FOR THIS TYPE OF EMPLOYMENT, STATE LAW REQUIRES A NATIONAL AND STATE BACKGROUND CHECK AS A CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT. Job Description Provides basic patient care and work with patients/clients to develop daily living skills. Completes required documentation in patient and unit records. Takes vital signs as needed and document accordingly in the Electronic Medical Record. Ensures safety and security of clients. Observes and documents patient data, behavior, and activity. Prepares clients for treatments or examinations. May assist with bathing or activities of daily living.

Requirements

To ensure the safety and wellbeing of our employees, individuals and communities we serve, certain positions within DBHDD may require evaluations, vaccinations, professional licensure and certifications.
Licenses must be current and enable providers to practice within the State of Georgia.
Drug Screening
TB Evaluation
Annual Influenza
Limited exemptions may be made for documented medical contraindications or religious beliefs that object to vaccinations.

Nice To Haves

One year experience and/or education providing direct care services to mental health and/or substance abuse and/or developmentally delayed individuals in a hospital, nursing home, or group home setting.

Responsibilities

Provides training to individuals in a variety of areas depending upon the individual's needs.
Completes required documentation in the individual's and unit records.
Observes and maintains an awareness of individuals' behavior and physical whereabouts to ensure their security and safety.
Transports/accompanies individuals to appointments and activities in various locations and off campus visits.
Participates in providing for a safe, secure, clean and attractive environment for individuals, visitors, and staff.
Provides assistance to other staff when admitting and orienting new individuals to units.
Conducts activities for recreation and socialization
Provides clients with help walking, exercising, and moving in and out of bed
Assist with identifying individuals in medication line
Assist with lab draws and the collecting of bodily fluid specimens
Conducts environment rounds
Participates in interdisciplinary treatment team
Participates in crisis de-escalation
Serves on hospital-wide committees
Group facilitation