Resident Treatment Worker
Company: Iowa Department of Administrative Services
Location: Cherokee
Posted on: January 22, 2023
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Resident Treatment Worker
Salary
$36,254.40 - $52,977.60 Annually
Location
Cherokee - 51012 - Cherokee County, IA
Job Type
Full-time
Agency
407 Dept of Human Services - Mental Health Inst (Cherokee)
Job Number
23-00186
Closing
1/19/2023 11:59 PM Central
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Point of Contact
Dawn Bobzien, dbobzie@dhs.state.ia.us
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Job Description
The Iowa Department of Public Health (IDPH) and Department of Human
Services (DHS) merged on July 1, 2022, to form one agency, the Iowa
Department of Health and Human Services (HHS). We are seeking a
Resident Treatment Worker (RTW) to join the team at the Cherokee
Mental Health Institute (CMHI). This is a full-time position with
an available shift differential of $0.90 per hour for second shift
and $1.00 per hour for third shift, and a strong opportunity for
advancement, growth, and development.
A Resident Treatment Worker provides direct care to patients and
routinely escorts patients to activities off the ward as needed for
meals, medical appointments, recreation and other activities within
the institution. Specialized duties may be assigned by the shift
supervisor and other responsibilities covering a variety of
practical tasks essential for operation of the unit in order to
maintain an efficient, clean, and safe environment for patients and
staff may be assigned as well.
An RTW performs essential safety functions including but not
limited to being present on and observing the patient wards,
monitoring the tone and milieu of each area to assist in
maintaining a calm and therapeutic environment, identifying
potential situations that need to be addressed, utilizing de-
escalation techniques as needed, responding to and participating in
emergency codes and conducting observation and/or security checks.
The RTW is a role model for patients so should also exhibit
respectable skills in language, behavior, attitude and personal
interactions.
In addition, RTWs work with the Nursing/Staff Development
Department to schedule and teach hospital-wide trainings including
Professional Assault Crisis Training (Pro-Act) for new employees,
annual recertification and quarterly reviews. RTW team members also
provide instruction and feedback to staff based on their
observation of Pro-Act techniques used in patient interactions.
CMHI provides active inpatient treatment to adults, adolescents and
children in need of acute psychiatric care. The facility provides
several services including individualized treatment plans. Support
for children and adolescent patients to continue their education is
provided, and individuals are encouraged to collaborate with staff
members in formulating their own plan. Medication, group counseling
and activities therapies may be included as well.
We have a great total compensation package, including:
+ Iowa Public Employees' Retirement System (IPERS)
+ Retirement Investors Club (RIC) (Employer Sponsored Retirement
Plan)
+ Health, Dental and Vision Insurance
+ Vacation Leave
+ Sick Leave
+ Paid Holidays (9 days/year)
+ Flexible Spending Accounts
+ Life Insurance
+ Long-Term Disability Insurance
For additional information on benefits click here
(https://das.iowa.gov/sites/default/files/hr/Benefits\_at\_a\_Glance.pdf)
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Please Note: Under the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services
new vaccine mandate for healthcare workers (published on November
5, 2021 and affirmed by the United States Supreme Court on January
13, 2022), all potential employees of this facility must have
received, at a minimum, the first dose of a primary series or a
single dose vaccine OR have an approved religious or medical
exemption (as determined by the agency) OR have documentation
reflecting a temporary delay in vaccination (as determined by the
agency in accordance with CDC allowances), prior to the start date.
Candidates shall coordinate with agency staff to ensure all
requirements are met before the individual provides any care,
treatment, or other services for the facility and/or its
clients.
Cherokee Highlights
CMHI is located in Cherokee, Iowa, a city of approximately 5,000
located in the beautiful Little Sioux River Valley in Northwest
Iowa. Enjoy fishing and canoeing on the Little Sioux River that
winds through town, providing a backdrop to a well-developed parks
and trails system. In addition, Cherokee has over 1,000 acres of
land devoted to parks for things like camping, hiking, and
horseback riding. Cherokee is the home of the first accredited
museum and planetarium in Iowa, Sandford Museum and Planetarium,
established in 1951. Cherokee may be the smallest town in the world
to have its own symphony orchestra! This 60-member orchestra has
been referred to as the "best kept secret in Northwest Iowa."
Cherokee is 1 hour from Sioux City, 2 hours from Omaha, and 2 -
hours from Des Moines. Des Moines is home to Wells Fargo Arena
(host site of NCAA Basketball and premier concerts), and Lauridsen
Skatepark, the nation's largest public skate venue. Additionally,
Des Moines has one of the nation's finest State Fairs and is home
to professional sports teams the Iowa Cubs and Iowa Wolves. Check
out these10 Reasons to Move to Iowa
(https://www.onlyinyourstate.com/iowa/10-reasons-move-to-ia/) .
The State of Iowa is an EEO/AA Employer
HHS values those with "lived experience" and encourages foster
youth, foster parents, and/or parents who were in the HHS system to
apply. Minorities, women, veterans and persons with disabilities
are also encouraged to apply (Hearing and Speech Impaired - Relay
Iowa 1-800-735-2942 TDD).
Our agency uses E-Verify to confirm the employment eligibility of
all newly hired employees. To learn more about E-Verify, including
your rights and responsibilities, please
visitwww.dhs.gov/E-Verify.
Minimum Qualification Requirements
No specific education or experience is required.
For additional information, please click on thislink to view the
job description
(https://das.iowa.gov/sites/default/files/hr/documents/class\_and\_pay/JobClassDescriptions/ResidentTreatmentWorker-03201.pdf)
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Additional Qualification Requirements
Designated positions in this job class require applicants to obtain
the required Commercial Drivers License or Chauffeurs License and
endorsements within a period of time as determined by the
appointing authority at the time of hire.
Join Us!
Whether it's caring for those in need, making highways safer, or
improving agriculture production, the work that we do matters to
the people of Iowa.
We take our responsibilities and the public trust very seriously.
We are committed to delivering the services that matter most to the
people of Iowa. If you have the skills, the commitment and the
desire to make a difference, then we invite you to explore the
career opportunities available with the State of Iowa.
CareerChoices
State government is one of the largest employers in Iowa, and also
one of the most diverse. From state trooper to nurse to engineer,
the state offers a wide variety of career opportunities.
Benefits
The state offers paid vacation, sick time and holidays, a defined
benefit retirement plan, health, dental, vision, and long-term
disability insurance along with flexible spending accounts. For
more information, please visit the executive branch employee
benefits website (http://goo.gl/rHiarg) .
The State of Iowa is committed to providing an outstanding
employment experience. Check out thisBenefits Beyond the Paycheck
brochure
(https://das.iowa.gov/sites/default/files/hr/documents/employment/Benefits\_Beyond\_the\_Paycheck.pdf)
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1251 W Cedar LoopCherokee, Iowa, 51012
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