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GRHS is seeking candidates for the position ofHealth Aide Hourly - Varied Shifts.This position is hourly and not eligible for State Benefits. Will work on average 29 hours a week.

FOR THIS TYPE OF EMPLOYMENT, STATE LAW REQUIRES A NATIONAL AND STATE BACKGROUND CHECK AS A CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT.

Job Description

Provides basic patient care and work with patients/clients to develop daily living skills. Completes required documentation in patient and unit records. Takes vital signs as needed and document accordingly in the Electronic Medical Record. Ensures safety and security of clients. Observes and documents patient data, behavior, and activity. Prepares clients for treatments or examinations. May assist with bathing or activities of daily living.

Roles and Responsibilities

Provides training to individuals in a variety of areas depending upon the individual's needs.

Completes required documentation in the individual's and unit records.

Observes and maintains an awareness of individuals' behavior and physical whereabouts to ensure their security and safety.

Transports/accompanies individuals to appointments and activities in various locations and off campus visits.

Participates in providing for a safe, secure, clean and attractive environment for individuals, visitors, and staff.

Provides assistance to other staff when admitting and orienting new individuals to units.

Conducts activities for recreation and socialization

Provides clients with help walking, exercising, and moving in and out of bed

Assist with identifying individuals in medication line

Assist with lab draws and the collecting of bodily fluid specimens

Conducts environment rounds

Participates in interdisciplinary treatment team

Participates in crisis de-escalation

Serves on hospital-wide committees

Group facilitation

Preferred Skills/Qualifications

Preference will be given to candidates who, in addition to meeting the minimum qualifications, demonstrate some or all the following skills/experience:

• One year experience and/or education providing direct care services to mental health and/or substance abuse and/or developmentally delayed individuals in a hospital, nursing home, or group home setting.

Employment Requirements
To ensure the safety and wellbeing of our employees, individuals and communities we serve, certain positions within DBHDD may require evaluations, vaccinations, professional licensure and certifications. Licenses must be current and enable providers to practice within the State of Georgia.

The following are a listing of evaluations and vaccinations that may be required for employees, including those not involved with direct care:

• Drug Screening
• TB Evaluation
• Annual Influenza*

*Limited exemptions may be made for documented medical contraindications or religious beliefs that object to vaccinations.

DBHDDis an Equal Opportunity Employer
It is the policy of DBHDD to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.
Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information on application status by phone or e-mail. All qualified applicants will be considered but may not necessarily receive an interview. Selected applicants will be contacted by the hiring agency for next steps in the selection process.

This position is subject to close at any time once a satisfactory applicant pool has been identified.

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Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

The State of Georgia does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or other protected categories in employment or the provision of services.
Qualified applicants may request reasonable accommodation when needed during the application and/or screening process by contacting the appropriate agency Human Resources department.