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Department Information This position is open to current Colorado residents only RECRUITMENT NOTE- While this announcement will be used to fill multiple Units, should an offer be extended to you, the hiring manager may make you a job offer within the same classification for a different unit within the hospital. These opportunities will be based on vacancies at the time of offer and business needs. All work locations evaluated will remain within CMHHIP.

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     About Colorado Mental Health Hospital in Pueblo (CMHHIP) As a cornerstone of the Pueblo community for over a century, Colorado Mental Health Hospital in Pueblo (CMHHIP) is a leading employer, provider of quality mental health services, and a community partner. CMHHIP is a 24 hour behavioral health acute care facility that is intended to provide a safe, secure, and therapeutic setting for patients with both psychiatric and medical issues. The services provided include evaluation and treatment for patients who are severely mentally ill, and the goal of this facility is to return patients to their optimal level of functioning and assist them in returning to the community as appropriate.

Description of Job This position exists to deliver nursing care and therapeutic interventions under the supervision of a registered nurse. The Client Care Aide II provides nursing care as assigned (i.e. activities of daily living, self-maintenance, and hygiene)

Participates in implementation of the treatment plan and utilizes the plan of care as the basis for the provision of care. Major responsibilities include patient observation and reporting, assisting with patient care as directed, and unit maintenance and security. Provides security and accountability for client's location and condition.

May assist licensed staff in patient transport on or off grounds and monitoring of general client activities on an on-going basis. Client Care Aides have a fixed schedule and provide essential care across various units. These units range from High Security to Low Security settings, with a diverse patient population including adolescents, adults, and geriatric patients experiencing psychiatric disorders, criminal involvement, or medical complexities.

Staff may work in units featuring locked or unlocked doors, depending on the level of security required. Responsibilities include providing care to high-acuity patients in secure environments, such as high-security buildings with Sally Ports, or in lower-security community reintegration settings. Duties include: Clinical Skills Is responsible to administer nursing care, both psychiatric and medical crisis interventions under the direction and supervision of an RN.

Monitors the milieu for needed interventions. Utilizes therapeutic interventions to manage crisis situations and management of assaultive and disruptive behaviors. Promptly responds to patient's psychiatric and/or medical crisis.

Understands and practices knowledge of when to report changes in patient condition or complaints such as pain or other medical needs to the RN. Maintains awareness of all 1:1, special precautions, and medical and psych issues for each patient. Responds to duress alarm.

Assures all assigned duties are complete and documented each shift. Follows and maintains Infection control standards and regulations. Responsible for CCA duties to possibly include changing linen, obtaining and documenting vital signs, bathing, feeding and other ADL care, lifting/turning/transferring patients.

Organizes time daily to assure timely completion of assigned tasks. Learns, completes and maintains competency in patient care, including taking vital signs, patient hygiene and personal care. Accountability Knows, utilizes and follows CMHIP standards and guidelines: Treatment Plans, Infection Control Manual, and Rainbow book and Emergency Guides.

Responsible to maintain own certification and not allow it to lapse. Follows and maintains infection control standards and regulations. Adheres to CMHIP Employee Code of Conduct and CMHIP's Organizational Ethics policies.

Follows and complies with all nursing competencies related to the CCA II. Is aware and utilizes the Nursing chain of command. Provide safe/secure transport of patients to yard, gym, visits, administrative conference room, staffing/dispo reviews, court/community reintegration sites.

Documents towards Nursing Department standards for assigned tasks. Knows how to access the nursing drive on the computer and is expected to utilize it. Responsible to ensure educational profile is current and up to date.

Participates in the QA/PI process at the unit level as directed by the Lead Nurse. Attends weekly nursing rounds or read/review and understand information in the weekly NEC minutes to be aware of nursing direction, new information, changes in policy/procedure/instructions etc. Reports any claims of any type of harassment/work place violence, alerts public safety/charge RN/Lead Nurse/and nursing appointing authority.

Arrives to work on time and prepared to begin the shift at the scheduled time. Clocks in and out for scheduled work hours to prevent any unnecessary unauthorized overtime. Follows policies related to use of leave (Addenda C-9 ;Use of Leave), calling off, and scheduling time off.

Communication/Interpersonal Skills/Customer Service Effectively communicates by actively listening and sharing relevant information with co-workers, supervisor(s) and customers so as to anticipate problems and ensure the effectiveness of the department. Adapts communication methods to respond to different audiences to promote a positive environment. Is appropriate in all communications with co-workers and patients.

Receives cross shift report from the off going RN and is aware of all 1:1, SP II, medical and psych issues for each patient. Addresses patient complaints at the unit level. Reports abuse allegations immediately to the charge RN/Lead Nurse/nursing appointing authority and refer to public safety.

Alerts the RN to all exceptions, changes in patient status to include suicidal/homicidal ideation, need for medication or RN intervention. Completes and routes paperwork to appropriate area/person (to include incident reports and injury on the job). Corrects and reports any hazardous environmental findings to the Charge RN.

Treats all patients and staff with respect. Interactions with all persons are positive, demonstrate tact and diplomacy, and encourage open communication and mutual trust Other Duties as Assigned Responsible for performance of assigned tasks and duties within the scope of practice for this position that do not fall within the realm of duty statements A-C Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights Minimum Qualifications: A high school diploma or General Educational Diploma (GED) AND One year (1) experience in an occupational field related to the work assigned to the position Substitutions: Current, valid certification as a Nurse Aide (CNA) from the Colorado Department of Regulatory Agencies will substitute for the high school diploma or GED. Current, valid licensure as a Practical Nurse (LPN) from the Colorado Department of Regulatory Agencies or any state participating in the Nurse Licensure Compact will substitute for the experience requirement Preferred Qualifications: Experience working in a mental or behavioral health setting Possession of CNA License Experience assisting residents/patients with their Activities of Daily Living (ADL) care with the mentally ill population.

1 year experience in an inpatient setting Previous State experience Conditions of Employment: This position requires State of Colorado residency at the time of application (unless otherwise identified in the posting), and residency within the state throughout the duration of employment in this position. FULL BACKGROUND CHECK: This position will have direct contact with vulnerable persons (as defined by C.R.S.27-90-111: "Direct contact" means providing face-to-face care, training, supervision, counseling, consultation, or medication assistance to vulnerable persons, regardless of the level of supervision of the department employee. "Direct contact" may include positions in which persons have access to or unsupervised time with clients or patients, including but not limited to maintenance personnel, housekeeping staff, kitchen staff, and security personnel.) CBI & FBI fingerprint check, Colorado Court Database check, Medicare Fraud Database, TRAILS Database check

This position will also provide direct care to vulnerable adults requiring a CAPS check (as defined by C.R.S. 26-3.1-101, position provides services & support care to at-risk/vulnerable adults including case management, clergy, physical or mental health services, safety or welfare services). May work various shifts Required to report without delay or interruption to provide essential or emergency services to ensure health, safety, and welfare 2-step TB (tuberculosis) screening is required of all new employees upon hire This position will be paid biweekly A pre-employment criminal background check will be conducted as part of the selection process as this position is deemed to have direct contact with vulnerable persons

Felony convictions, conviction of crimes of moral turpitude, or convictions of misdemeanors related to job duties may disqualify you from being considered for this position. Should your background check reveal any charges or convictions, it is your responsibility to provide the CDHS Background Unit with an official disposition of any charges Shall not initiate or engage in sexual, social, personal or financial relationships with patients either during or any time after hospitalization, even if the patient requests or initiates such a relationship All relationships with current or former patients must be disclosed on your application Successfully pass all modules of the CMHIP New Employee Orientation core curriculum to include English reading comprehension, relevant competency assessments and written/practical exams in Defensive Tactics Possess the physical ability to successfully complete CTI & CPR Lift arms above head and kick as high as own waist Stabilize another person to accomplish a controlled containment to the floor Withstand impact on own body using an ASP shield Rotate body 90 degrees with feet planted for using a defensive tactic Kneel on one or both knees and stand up again with multiple repetitions Must be able to see and hear in order to observe, address and respond to potential breaches in safety Seize, hold, control or subdue violent or assaultive persons and defend oneself or others to prevent injury Demonstrate body agility, strength of all four limbs and the ability to walk and climb stairs consistently Work in situations involving assaultive behavior, physical control of another person and/or restraint situations Ability to read and comprehend the English language; effectively and fluently communicates in English, both verbally and in writing Work in an environment with fluctuating noise and temperature (hot and cold) which may include working outdoors in inclement weather and/or concrete floor/wall work settings Willing and able to travel. Annual influenza vaccination Former State employees who were disciplinarily terminated or resigned in lieu of termination must: Disclose that information on the application.

Explain why the prior termination or resignation should not disqualify you from the current position. Provide your employee number from your prior State employment. Absent extraordinary circumstances, prior disciplinary termination or resignation in lieu of termination and failure to provide this information will disqualify the applicant from future State employment with CDHS.

CDHS Selection Process Explanation Employment history is calculated on a full-time basis (40/hrs per week). Part-time employment is calculated on a prorated basis to determine qualifications. Be sure your application specifically addresses your qualifications, experience, work products, and accomplishments as they relate to the position and minimum requirements.

Preferred Qualifications & Competencies: Relevant years of state service experience. Minimum Qualification Screening Process A Human Resources Analyst will review the work experience/job duties sections of the online job application to determine whether your experience meets the minimum qualifications for the position. You must complete the official State of Colorado online application.

Cover letters and resumes WILL NOT be reviewed during the minimum qualifications screening process. You must specifically document your work experience and qualifications in the application form. Do not use "see resume" or "see attached." You must meet the minimum qualifications to continue in the selection process

Part-time work experience will be prorated. Comparative Analysis Process - Structured Application Review After minimum qualification screening, the comparative analysis process will involve reviewing and rating of all information you submit. The comparative analysis step may also include your results from standardized testing.

Your Work Experience/Job Duties Document your work experience/job duties to the extent to which you possess the skills, education, experience, minimum qualifications, and preferred qualifications. If listed, answer all supplemental questions as your answers to these questions will be evaluated during this phase. Provide at least 4-8 sentences for each supplemental question Supplemental Questions Answer the supplemental questions completely and thoughtfully.

We will rate your answers based on the content of your response and your writing skills (spelling, grammar, and clarity of your writing). Appeal Rights You may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board or request a review by the State Personnel Director if your application is eliminated. You will find the appeals process, the official appeal form, and how to deliver it on the State Personnel Board website.

You or your representative must sign and submit the official appeal form for review. You can find the official appeal form here. You must be deliver the official appeal form to the State Personnel Board: By email (dpa_state.personnelboard@state.co.us), or Postmarked in US Mail to(1525 Sherman Street, 4th Floor, Denver CO 80203, or Hand delivered (1525 Sherman Street, 4th Floor, Denver CO 80203), or Faxed (303.866.5038) within ten (10) calendar days from your receipt of notice or acknowl...