CNA Lead​/Mental Health Assistant

Job Title

CNA Lead/Mental Health Assistant – State of South Dakota

Department of Social Services – Human Services Center, Yankton, SD
Salary: $19.97 hourly
Pay Grade: F
Closing Date:
Open Until Filled
Shift differential: $2.00 PM and night shift, $1.50 weekend shift, $1.00 Geriatric pay

• unit routine and the physical and psychological needs of the mentally ill;
• patient safety procedures;
• standard treatment programs for the mentally ill;
• procedures for documenting patient behavior and progress;
• patient’s rights;
• effective methods of assigning and monitoring subordinates’ work and providing training.

• provide work direction;
• follow oral and written instructions and procedures;
• carry out individual program plans for treatment of patients;
• accurately observe, recognize, report, and record physical symptoms and significant behavioral characteristics of patients;
• verbalize the needs of patients;
• be empathetic and supportive with patients;
• lift 75 lbs.;
• assist in lifting and moving patients;
• deal with aggressive behavior;
• communicate information clearly and concisely.

Previous CNA experience is required. The Human Services Center provides a comprehensive employee orientation including completion of the Certified Nurse Aide (CNA) certification.

This position is eligible for Veterans’ Preference per ARSD 55:10:02:08.

Successful applicant(s) will be required to undergo a background investigation. An arrest/conviction record will not necessarily bar employment. Successful applicant(s) will undergo an abuse and neglect screening. Offers of employment are conditional upon successful completion of a drug screening.

Benefits include $0 premium employee health insurance option plus eleven paid holidays, generous vacation and sick leave accrual, dental, vision, and other insurance options, and retirement benefits. This position is a member of Class A retirement under SDRS.

Must apply online: (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). You must apply online; emailed resumes or submissions will not be accepted.

South Dakota Bureau of Human Resources
Telephone:
Email: careers.us

An Equal Opportunity Employer.