Health Aide

Explore a World of Opportunity with the State of Georgia! We are the force that drives Georgia! Georgia State Government is a large enterprise, composed of various agencies and entities with a common goal to improve the lives of Georgia's more than 10 million citizens! Join Team Georgia and impact lives everyday while receiving a robust benefits package designed for every stage of your career! Job Title: Health Aide/Safety Monitor-GRHA-ATL Job Requisition ID: JR0000001644 Number of Openings: 0 Shift: Any (United States of America) Compensation Details: SALARY RANGE - $36,608.00 - $44,116.80 PER YEAR BASED ON EXPERIENCE Job Description The Georgia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities (DBHDD), is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Health Aide/Safety Monitor in the Admissions Unit at Georgia Regional Hospital – Atlanta, located in Decatur, GA. Salary Range - $36,608.00 - $44,116.80 per year based on experience Shift Open: 7:00 a.m- 3:30 p.m / 3:00 p.m- 11:30 p.m / 11:00 p.m - 7:30 a.m. Position is responsible for ensuring that all patients entering the Admissions Area are free of contraband prior to them being placed in the Admissions Unit. Staff also are responsible got monitoring patient activity and preventing patients’ negative interactions with one another. To provide for a safe environment and the protection of themselves and others from harm. Due to the volume of resumes/applications received, we are unable to provide information on application status by phone or email. However, please be assured that your resume/application will be evaluated and we will contact you if we need clarification or additional information. This position is subject to close at any time once a satisfactory applicant pool has been identified. FOR THIS TYPE OF EMPLOYMENT, STATE LAW REQUIRES A NATIONAL AND STATE BACKGROUND CHECK AS A CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT. Minimum Qualifications High School diploma/GED and six (6) months of experience in a related field; one (1) year of experience required at the lower-level Health Aide 1 (HCS020) or position equivalent. One year experience in mental health or medical or related field One year of experience performing direct care activity/basic nursing procedures, and training/security for persons with physical, mental health, and/or substance abuse disabilities. Experience working with forensic patients or correctional offenders. Proficient Computer Skills Valid driver's license Equal Employment Opportunity 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. Company Overview Georgia State Government is a large enterprise, composed of various entities with a common goal to improve the lives of Georgia's 10 million citizens. With nearly 62,000 employees, we are one of the single largest employer in the state. Public service opportunities stretch across the state as employees live and work in all 159 counties. From traditional fields such as accounting, nursing, and engineering to unique fields like forestry and natural resources management, Georgia state government provides a world of opportunity. #J-18808-Ljbffr