Mental Health Assistant Job at Presbyterian Medical Services, Farmington, NM

  • Presbyterian Medical Services
  • Farmington, NM

Job Description

Job Title

Mental Health / Sober Support / Totah

Job Description

Under direct supervision, this position provides client supervision at the Totah Behavioral Health Sobering Center and/or the Joint Intervention Program; assists in the maintenance of a safe, secure environment that enhances treatment and/or educational effectiveness, as appropriate.

Qualifications

RequirementsEducation and/or Experience:

  • High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required.
  • Two years' experience working with clients with Severe Mental Illness (SMI); Moderate or severe Substance Use Disorder (SUD); or Co-occurring disorder (mental illness/Substance Use Disorder)and/or mental illness/developmental disability with a primary diagnosis of mental illness; OR
  • Two years of post-secondary education in a human services related field; OR
  • A minimum of 40 hours of documented training including the 20 hours of pre-service training and 20 additional hours including the following topics, to be completed within 90 days of employment:
    • Basic communications and problem solving;
    • Ethnic and cultural considerations related to the clients served; o Addiction and Brain Function;
    • Trauma-Informed Care; and
    • Addressing Shame and Humiliation from a Human Dignity Approach
  • Staff who meet the two years of education or experience requirement must take 20 hours of pre-service training. Staff who do not meet the two-year requirement must take 20 hours of pre-service plus 20 hours of in-service.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:

  • Have or be able to obtain First Aid and BLS/CPR certifications within 30 days of hire. Certifications must meet the requirements listed in the document "BLS / CPR / ACLS & First Aid Training Resources" posted on Staurolite. It is your responsibility to keep your certifications current at all times.

Screening Requirements:

  • According to PMS Human Resources Policy 205.006, "Healthcare Personnel Testing & Immunization Requirements," this position must comply with required testing and immunizations. Testing and immunizations including TB, Hepatitis B (consent or waiver), Tdap, MMR, and Varicella, will be available at the employee's PMS health center. Influenza vaccines will be required according to dates set by the CDC and NMDOH.
  • This position requires successful completion of an initial post-offer of employment:
    • Criminal Records Check

$100 EMPLOYEE REFERRAL BONUS

All bonuses subject to tax withholding and eligibility requirements.

About PMS:

  • Founded in 1969, PMS is a non-profit organization with over 1,300 employees providing services at 100+ locations in New Mexico.
  • Our diverse services include primary care, dental, behavioral health, early childhood education, supportive living, and senior programs.
  • We concentrate our resources on meeting the needs of underserved areas of New Mexico.
  • We operate the largest network of federally qualified health centers in the state.
  • PMS is not affiliated with Presbyterian Healthcare Services, Presbyterian Hospitals or Presbyterian Health Plan.

Why PMS?

  • Mission-driven organization
  • Competitive salaries
  • Nine paid holidays and generous PTO
  • Medical, dental & vision insurance
  • Free Life & LTD coverage
  • Free discretionary pension plan contribution
  • Employee recognition and engagement activities
  • Robust training program
  • Tuition Reimbursement

EOE/AA/M/F/SO/Vet/Disability

Job Info
  • Job Identification 10351
  • Job Category Behavioral Health-Non-licensed
  • Job Schedule Full time
  • Locations 1615 Ojo Ct, Farmington, NM, 87401, US
  • Program Description Totah Behavioral Health Authority
  • Exempt/Non-Exempt Non-Exempt
  • Remote Eligible No

Job Tags

Full time, Remote work

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