Support Care Assistant - SEMORS - Sikeston

Job Description:

Support Care Assistant - SEMORS - Sikeston

Description

Support Care Assistant - SEMORS - Sikeston

First-level direct care position accountable for assisting clients with activities of daily living such as feeding, bathing, bed making, shaving, dressing, and other related tasks. Assists in checking vital signs, height, and weight as assigned; collects and maintains records of fluid intake and output; and reports on the condition of clients. May perform internal environment of care checks or perform some security-related functions in a mental health care setting. Positions may also be responsible for passing medications (as medication aide).

Job Location: This full time position will be located at 112 Plaza Drive, Sikeston, MO. 63801. Regular work schedule available: 7:00 am - 7:00 pm; 7:00 pm - 7:00 am, 7:00 am - 3:00 pm, 3:00 pm - 11:00 pm, 11:00 pm - 7:00 am with mandatory as needed. Occasional coverage on other shifts may be necessary at times to meet the needs of SEMORS.

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

The State of Missouri is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to developing and maintaining a talented workforce.

What you’ll do:

• 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 18 years old.
• Possess adequate hearing.
• Possess adequate vision to read written material.
• Knowlege 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 pass background screening.
• 1-2 years of relevant experience (substitutions may be allowed).

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.

If you have questions about this position please contact:

Human Resources: Chuck Holbrook (573) 472-6556 --- c harles.holbrook@dmh.mo.gov

Salary:

$36,127.68 per Year