Mental Health Assistant

1 week ago

Farmington, New Mexico, United States Presbyterian Medical Services Full time

JOB CATEGORY: MENTAL HEALTH / SOBER SUPPORT / TOTAH

POSITION SUMMARY: Under direct supervision, this position provides client supervision at the Totah Behavioral Health Authority's Sobering Center and/or Joint Intervention Program; assists in the maintenance of a safe, secure environment that enhances treatment and/or educational effectiveness, as appropriate. Also serves in a lead role for other Mental Health Assistants.

REQUIREMENTS

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

  • High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required.
  • One year experience in health care or human services.
  • Minimum one year experience as a PMS Mental Health Assistant.
  • Two years' experience working with clients with Severe Mental Illness (SMI); Moderate or severe Substance Use Disorder (SUD); or Co-occurring disorder (mental illness/Substance Use Disorder)and/or mental illness/developmental disability with a primary diagnosis of mental illness; OR
  • Two years of post-secondary education in a human services related field; OR
  • A minimum of 40 hours of documented training including the 20 hours of pre-service training and 20 additional hours including the following topics, to be completed within 90 days of employment:
  • Etiology and symptoms of emotional disturbances and neurobiological disorders;
  • Family systems;
  • Basic communications and problem solving;
  • Child and adolescent development;
  • Ethnic and cultural considerations related to the clients served; and
  • Action and potential side effects of medication.
  • Staff who meet the two years of education or experience requirement must take 20 hours of pre-service training. Staff who do not meet the two year requirement must take 20 hours of pre-service plus 20 hours of in-service.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:

  • Have or be able to obtain First Aid and BLS/CPR certifications within 30 days of hire. Certifications must meet the requirements listed in the document "BLS / CPR / ACLS & First Aid Training Resources" posted on Staurolite. It is your responsibility to keep your certifications current at all times.

SCREENING REQUIREMENTS:

  • According to PMS Human Resources Policy , "Healthcare Personnel Testing & Immunization Requirements," this position must comply with required testing and immunizations. Testing and immunizations including TB, Hepatitis B (consent or waiver), Tdap, MMR, and Varicella, will be available at the employee's PMS health center. Influenza vaccines will be required according to dates set by the CDC and NMDOH.
  • This position requires successful completion of an initial post-offer of employment:
  • Criminal Records Check.

$100 EMPLOYEE REFERRAL BONUS

BONUSES

  • All bonuses subject to tax withholding and eligibility requirements.

ABOUT PMS

  • Founded in 1969, PMS is a non-profit organization with over 1,300 employees providing services at 100+ locations in New Mexico.
  • Our diverse services include primary care, dental, behavioral health, early childhood education, supportive living, and senior programs.
  • We concentrate our resources on meeting the needs of underserved areas of New Mexico.
  • We operate the largest network of federally qualified health centers in the state.
  • PMS is not affiliated with Presbyterian Healthcare Services, Presbyterian Hospitals or Presbyterian Health Plan.

WHY PMS?

  • Mission-driven organization
  • Competitive salaries
  • Nine paid holidays and generous PTO
  • Medical, dental & vision insurance
  • Free Life & LTD coverage
  • Free discretionary pension plan contribution
  • Employee recognition and engagement activities
  • Robust training program
  • Tuition Reimbursement

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