Job Location: This position will be located at 2351 Kanell Blvd. Poplar Bluff, MO. 63901

Why you’ll love this position:

The Missouri Department of Mental Health is dedicated to the prevention, treatment, and public understanding of mental illness and developmental disabilities. If you enjoy caring for others and want to make a difference then by joining our team, YOU can make a difference in the lives of those impacted by a mental illness or developmental disability so they have the opportunity to pursue their dreams, live their lives to the fullest, and be a valued member of their communities.

The State of Missouri offers a great benefit package: https://oa.mo.gov/personnel/state-employees/employee-benefits

• Participating in implementing and conducting planned sessions of individual or group treatment activities in physical therapy, activity therapy, education, vocational rehabilitation, and related areas on a ward or in a cottage.
• Scheduling/Supervising as required in the absence of the Supervising Support Care Assistant.
• Providing direction and assistance through counseling sessions with staff.
• Observing, reporting, and recording changes in the physical condition, behavioral response, and emotional status of clients.
• Maintaining a safe, clean, and therapeutic environment for client care and treatment activities.
• Administering oral, rectal, vaginal, optic, ophthalmic, nasal, topical, and insulin injection medications, under professional supervision, and after certification by facility officials.
• Preparing and maintaining records and reports; circulating and implementing directives.
• Performing moderately complex duties without detailed instruction; Performs other related work as assigned.
• Reporting to work on time and as scheduled.
• Working overtime as needed to retain adequate staffing.
• Requires heavy lifting and the ability to stand for extended periods of time.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Must be at least 18 years old.

• Must possess a valid driver's license.

• Possession of a high school diploma or proof of high school equivalency.

• Must be able to pass a background screening.

• One or more years of relevant work experience (substitutions may be allowed).

• Knowledge of the general care and treatment of clients, including basic nursing, first aid and emergency treatments.
• Ability to work with clients with physical or mental illness, developmental disabilities, physical disabilities, and/or the geriatric populations.
• Ability to perform first aid and emergency treatments as instructed.
• Knowledge of elementary behavior medication techniques, medical terminology, and drug classifications.
• Ability to prepare and maintain records, charts and reports.
• Must be able to successfully pass Level One Medication Aide certification within one (1) month of assignment, or longer if training by facility is not made available during that time.

Lack of post‐secondary education will not be used as the sole basis denying consideration to any applicant.

The State of Missouri offers an excellent benefits package that includes a defined pension plan, generous amounts of leave and holiday time, and eligibility for health insurance coverage. Your total compensation is more than the dollars you receive in your paycheck. To help demonstrate the value of working for the State of Missouri, we have created an interactive Total Compensation Calculator. This tool provides a comprehensive view of benefits and more that are offered to prospective employees. The Total Compensation Calculator and other applicant resources can be found here.

If you have questions about this position please contact: Kastenny.Wimberley@dmh.mo.gov or call (573) 778-9697.

The State of Missouri is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.