Health Service Specialist III - Crisis Stabilization Unit

Location:  St. Illa, CSU Closing date:  Open until filled

Hourly Rate: $17/hour plus shift differential of 5% for weekend hours

Job Description:  Under direct supervision, this position will perform basic care procedures for clients in the Crisis Stabilization Unit. Will monitor and assist clients in daily recreational and social activities. Observes and communicates client behavior to nursing staff; assists with laundry, linen changes, errands, and transportation of clients. Responsible for ensuring security of unit during assigned shift. Must be able to provide crisis control for clients. Applicants must be able to utilize proper restraint methods and protect staff and clients in crisis situations (execute CPI Interventions).

Position Responsibilities:  Will work 7 AM – 3:30 PM Monday-Friday, every other weekend, holidays included 

Competencies:  Ability to monitor and communicate client’s behavior. Ability to provide simple nursing care, personal care & hygiene. Ability to perform established treatment and programmatic activities. Ability to manage time effectively to meet the requirements of the position.

Required Minimum Qualifications: Completion of a high school diploma or GED with 1 year experience in providing nursing type duties, and/or security.  Must be proficient with computers.