P2P - NDI-Special Attendant Hiring Event

Indiana Department of Correction•Indianapolis, IN

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The Special Attendant is a frontline behavioral health professional at the NeuroDiagnostic Institute and Advanced Treatment Center in Indianapolis. The role supports individuals receiving psychiatric treatment and rehabilitative services by implementing treatment plans, providing therapeutic support, monitoring patient behavior and safety, assisting with daily living activities, and helping individuals develop skills for greater independence. The Special Attendant helps create a safe, structured, therapeutic environment that promotes recovery and well-being. The position requires attendance at assigned worksite(s). Duties may change or be assigned as needed. This role may be used in a supervisory capacity based on agency needs. The hiring event is scheduled for November 13, 2026, from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at 5435 E. 16th St., Indianapolis, IN 46218. The annual salary traditionally starts at $41,210 and may be commensurate with education and work experience.

Requirements

High school diploma or HSE diploma.
At least 1 year of experience applying the outlined knowledge, skills, and abilities in a similar role may be considered.
Knowledge of psychiatric nursing care practices, including medication administration if certified or licensed.
Knowledge of principles and methods used to support therapeutic rehabilitation programs.
Working knowledge of mental health provider systems and institution and unit procedures.
Knowledge of teaching techniques, including motivation, progress assessment, charting, and behavior modification, and ability to apply them as needed.
Knowledge of the needs of mentally ill client groups.
Ability to operate routine medical equipment when trained or needed.
Ability to respond effectively in emergency situations.
Knowledge of and ability to apply behavior modification, self-defense, and restraint techniques as needed without injuring residents.
Ability to recognize behaviors and take appropriate action, anticipate behavior changes, and respond to them.
Ability to counsel and guide residents in social behavior.
Ability to write reports, maintain accurate records and charts, and complete documentation accurately and on time.
Ability to perform housekeeping duties and assist residents with housekeeping and daily living activities.
Ability to legally operate a motor vehicle in Indiana.
Professional Rescuer CPR/AED certification, or willingness to become certified.
Ability to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.

Responsibilities

Assist in implementing residents’ treatment plans and adapt prescribed plans to individual needs under professional direction.
Monitor residents during daily routines and observe, report, and record their condition and behavior.
Use therapeutic interventions, including de-escalation, redirection, and approved behavior-prevention and management techniques.
Motivate, counsel, teach, and demonstrate daily living skills and appropriate social behavior as prescribed in treatment plans.
Assess clients’ training needs and support treatment plan objectives for transitional living.
Maintain a safe, structured environment that promotes learning, self-esteem, and self-sufficiency.
Maintain resident security and order, including restraining dangerous residents when necessary.
Escort residents to activities, therapy areas, and off-site medical, dental, or legal appointments while ensuring safety and security.
Secure doors, search visitors when required by facility policy, operate radio systems, issue keys, and escort visitors within the unit.
Search patient rooms for contraband and assist in managing aggressive behavior.
Help residents clean and care for their living areas, clothing, and supplies.
Develop community-living skills through activities such as grocery shopping, using public transportation, and locating community providers, when applicable under facility policy.
Maintain and distribute client funds for individual treatment programs, including teaching budgeting skills.
Assist with occupational therapy and recreational therapy programs that support independent living.
Provide basic first aid and use CPR or the Heimlich maneuver when necessary.
Perform routine clerical duties, including ordering supplies, maintaining client folders and unit forms, filing progress notes, and answering the unit telephone.
Maintain client trust accounts when needed.
Perform other assigned duties and responsibilities as agency needs change.

Benefits

Three medical plan options, including prescription coverage, and vision and dental plans.
Wellness Rewards Program with gift card rewards for completing wellness activities.
Health savings account with bi-weekly state contributions.
Deferred compensation 457(b) account with employer match.
Two fully funded pension plan options.
Leave policies including 150 hours of paid New Parent Leave and up to eight weeks of paid Childbirth Recovery Leave for eligible mothers.
Up to 15 hours of paid community service leave.
Combined 180 hours of paid vacation, personal, and sick leave.
12 paid holidays, or 14 in election years.
Education Reimbursement Program.
Group life insurance.
Referral Bonus program.
Employee assistance program with covered behavioral health visits.
Eligibility as a qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.
Free parking for most positions.
Free LinkedIn Learning access.