Certified Nursing Assistant

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Valley Cities has recently been designated as a Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic (CCBHC), reflecting compliance with stringent national standards in behavioral health care. This status enables broader service availability, improved integration of mental health and substance use treatment, enhanced crisis intervention capabilities, and ensures services are accessible to all, regardless of financial circumstances. We are excited about the future ahead. We're looking for people who want to make a real difference in behavioral health while growing alongside a mission-driven team. Employees joining Valley Cities at this time will become part of an impactful organization dedicated to advancing community behavioral health, that is grounded in compassion, equity and community impact. Join us to make significant contributions during pivotal moments in the lives of others!

Position Summary

The CNA functions as an integral part of a multidisciplinary team under the direct supervision of a nurse, by assisting with monitoring vital signs, safety checks, belonging inventory, serving meals, changing beds, and maintaining the milieu to assure a safe environment. This position supports and promotes a recovery-oriented, person-centered treatment experience by providing compassionate and nonjudgmental care.

Essential Job Functions

• Assists the nursing staff in the responsibility for day-to-day processing of new admissions in triage in a timely and efficient manner
• Responsible for monitoring vital signs of clients in triage and acute care (B/P, pulse, temperature, respiration). Ensures to use appropriate boundaries and respect client rights at all times
• Responsible for performing Urine Toxicology Screenings and urine pregnancy tests.
• Maintains use of universal precautions and maintains the cleanliness and orderliness of the assigned area
• Ensures to report staffing and/or client needs to nursing staff.
• Attends meetings as required and participates in in-service and other available educational programs.
• Performs all other related duties as required.
• Assists with meal and snack service
• Wipe down surfaces with sanitizing wipes and changes bedding in client rooms

Minimum Qualifications

Education: High School Diploma or GED required (Proof will be requested upon hire) Certification as a nurse's aide (CNA) required BLS certified Food handler's permit (can obtain within 30 days of hire)

Experience: A compassionate understanding of chemical dependence as a disease Preference to persons in recovery from chemical dependency Experience in detoxification services

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Knowledge of substance abuse, knowledge of withdrawal symptoms and knowledge of community resources related to addiction medicine required Ability to work with clients living with substance use disorders in a community health setting is essential Pass required background checks Ability to work independently Knowledge of substance use disorders Knowledge of withdrawal symptoms Knowledge of community resources related to addiction medicine Knowledge of universal precautions and infection prevention principles Ability to work independently

We are dedicated to Equal Opportunity Employment & embrace the contributions of a diverse and inclusive workforce. Valley Cities Counseling and Consultation is an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities/Women/Individuals with Disabilities/Protected Veterans and does not unlawfully discriminate under federal, state, or local laws. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, or protected veteran status.

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