Mental Health Specialist - Med Aide

State of Nebraska•Norfolk, NE

21h•$27•Onsite

About The Position

If you want to make a difference in the lives of others and help us improve public safety, this would be the perfect job opportunity! Who we are: The Norfolk Regional Center is a psychiatric hospital that provides inpatient mental health and sex offender treatment for individuals. We aim to give hope and possibilities for a future without more offenses. Our vibrant culture is where teammates are valued as individuals while providing opportunities for career growth and continued education and training. We encourage our teammates to work for a more significant cause, to prepare patients for community reintegration while maintaining public safety. We hire Human Service professionals who share our pride in the work and services provided at the Norfolk Regional Center and are excited to make a difference in the lives of fellow Nebraskans. What We Offer • 156% state-matched retirement contribution • 13 paid holidays • Generous vacation and sick leave • Tuition reimbursement • Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligibility • 79% employer-paid health insurance • Dental and vision coverage • Employer-paid $20,000 life insurance • Career growth and advancement opportunities Hours: 24/7 facility with rotating evening and night shifts; occasional day shifts (7:00 AM – 3:00 PM) may be available. Schedule includes alternating weekends and holidays. Wage: $27.320/hour plus shift differential

Requirements

Be at least 19 years of age to work with adult client populations; be at least 21 years of age to work with adolescent client populations.
Must possess a high school diploma or equivalent education.
Medication Aide License NOT Required, NRC Will Train!!!!
Valid driver's license.
Incumbents are required to work regularly scheduled shifts with predictable attendance and work overtime up to and including entire shifts.
These positions are subject to call back during emergency conditions (e.g., severe weather, evacuation, post disaster, etc.)
Positions classified to this class may be exposed to infectious waste, communicable diseases, and blood and airborne pathogens such as TB, HIV and Hepatitis.
May work with potentially dangerous patients.
May be Required to acquire and maintain a Medication Aide certification.
Must maintain an active Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation, (CPR) certification, and behavioral intervention certification courses for facility requirements.
Positions in this class may require an employee to possess a valid driver’s license and provide a passenger vehicle with adequate liability insurance.
Knowledge of: safety and security measures required in the care of mentally ill patients; techniques of caring for physically and/or mentally ill patients; knowledge of principles and methods of maintaining a therapeutic environment.
Skill in: listening and understanding; communicating effectively as appropriate for the intended audience while supporting patients’ daily living activities.
Ability to: complete courses and competency evaluations; interpret and follow all policies; provide quality daily care to patients; make decisions and act quickly in situations involving patient care or safety; use computer programs to document patient care information; count accurately and record numerical and alphabetical data; implement written treatment/training plans with supporting written and computer record keeping; effectively communicate with co-workers, management and patients; observe, recognize, report on physical status; offer support to lesser experienced workers; stand on feet for long periods of time; work regularly scheduled shifts with predictable attendance; work overtime up to and including entire shifts.

Responsibilities

Administer medications under the supervision of an LPN or RN, including oral, inhalation, topical, and installation routes, and perform blood glucose monitoring, reporting out-of-range readings.
Assist patients with daily living activities and support individualized treatment plans within a structured, therapeutic environment.
Observe and document patient behavior, progress, and responses to treatment, communicating changes to the clinical team.
Maintain patient safety, security, and a positive, supportive atmosphere, participating in therapeutic activities and promoting appropriate behaviors.
Collaborate with nurses, therapists, and other staff to coordinate care, contribute to team meetings, and support treatment planning.
Follow facility policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements, ensuring confidentiality and accurate documentation.
Respond to emergencies, assist with patient transport, and participate in ongoing training and professional development.