Direct Care

South Central Behavioral Health Clinic- Bridges to Recovery is seeking a Direct Care Associate Adult Full-Time in Jamestown, ND. No experience required; on-site training provided. Night Shift: 10pm - 6:30am As a Direct Care Associate you will connect with clients and support them on their recovery journey. Each day, you will aid individuals to identify their goals for recovery, learning, and life. You will assist in generalizing the skills clients learn during substance use and mental health groups. You will work with clients to develop effective communication and socialization skills, as well as teach self-advocacy and self-help strategies. You will observe and monitor individuals' condition. documenting and reporting any changes in well being. You will also assist clients in the administration of their medication. You will thrive in this position if you are an empathetic individual and have a passion for teaching individuals life skills and how to overcome barriers that may be present in their lives. To be considered for this position you must have a high school diploma or GED. Experience providing direct care to special populations is preferred. We will provide Medication Assistant training onsite if not currently certified. The position requires a valid driver's license and successful completion of the assigned defensive driving course during new-hire orientation. Location ND HHS utilizes a blended workplace model. This position provides essential client services face to face and therefore the person in this position needs to be able to travel to meet clients at their location. About HHS ND HHS strives to make North Dakota the healthiest state in the nation by reinforcing the foundations of wellbeing: physical, economic, and behavioral. The keys to success are the 2800 committed, team members who are guided by a simple but powerful belief: when we lead with light, we create systems and services rooted in hope, clarity, and possibility. Their work is supported with more than $6 billion in funding from nearly 400 different federal, state, and special sources. To succeed in this role, you must lead with LIGHT - leading with hope, instilling purpose and meaning, galvanizing gratitude, honoring health, and talking, walking and teaching civility, kindness and love for all. About Team ND "Far and away the best prize life offers is the chance to work hard at work worth doing." - Theodore Roosevelt More than 7,500 talented, hard-working people across sixty-three agencies have come together as Team North Dakota. At Team ND, we are driven to succeed through gratitude, humility, curiosity and courage. Our purpose is to empower people, improve lives, and inspire success. Join us in being legendary. Total Rewards: The State of North Dakota is committed to providing team members with a strong and competitive rewards package that support you, your health and your family. Considering a new position on Team ND? How does your current position stack up? Use our Total Rewards Calculator to estimate. Application Procedures Your resume must clearly show the months and years of employment for each position listed. This information is required to accurately calculate your qualifying experience and determine whether you meet the minimum qualifications of the position. Resumes that do not include sufficient employment date may not be able to be fully evaluated. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. The Department of Health & Human Services does not offer or provide sponsorships. This employer participates in E-Verify. Please visit the following website for additional information HHS ND Careers E-Verify A copy of your qualifying degrees transcript and any applicable certifications or licensures must be provided at the time of an interview. For more information about the position or if you need an accommodation, please contact Andrew Berkey at View email address on click.appcast.io or at View phone number on click.appcast.io Employing Unit: ND HHS - SCHSC Telephone Number: View phone number on click.appcast.io TTY Number ND Relay Service View phone number on click.appcast.io (text) or View phone number on click.appcast.io (voice) If you are experiencing technical difficulties with the Application Process or uploading attachments, please contact View email address on click.appcast.io or View phone number on click.appcast.io. Equal Employment Opportunity The State of North Dakota and this hiring agency do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex (including sexual orientation and gender identity), genetics, religion, age or disability in employment or the provisions of services and complies with the provisions of the North Dakota Human Rights Act. As an employer, the State of North Dakota prohibits smoking in all places of state employment in accordance with N.D.C.C. Sect. 23-12-10. #J-18808-Ljbffr