JOB
This position is open only to Colorado state residents.Please note: This recruitment may be used to fill multiple vacancies, including full- and part-time vacancies.Colorado Mental Health Hospital in Pueblo (CMHHIP) As a cornerstone of the Pueblo community for over a century, Colorado Mental Health Hospital in Pueblo (CMHHIP) is a leading employer, provider of quality mental health services, and a community partner. CMHHIP is a 24 hour behavioral health acute care facility that is intended to provide a safe, secure, and therapeutic setting for patients with both psychiatric and medical issues. The services provided include evaluation and treatment for patients who are severely mentally ill, and the goal of this facility is to return patients to their optimal level of functioning and assist them in returning to the community as appropriate. The purpose of the Continuity of Treatment Department is to enhance, increase and support treatment programming in all CMHHP patient units by managing clinical staff call-offs and deployment in order to minimize clinical treatment and activities cancellations. The goal of the department is to maintain clinical staffing levels which will assist with patient stabilization, treatment and discharge preparedness. The department provides clinical training and education on specific treatment approaches, therapeutic and group facilitating skills to mental health clinicians and other clinical staff within the hospital to enhance patient treatment outcomes.. The work unit develops and implements staffing systems to assure treatment and activities are ongoing and not canceled. The department tracks group/activities compliance, clinical staff call-off and backfill data as well as data on treatment/activities groups cancellations. The department maintains all clinical programming schedules, staff schedules, protocols and group tracking systems. Staff have an understanding of and experience working with patients with mental health issues, substance abuse issues, developmental disabilities, physical handicaps, legal issues and multiple psychiatric diagnoses. The legal status of patients may include incompetent-to-proceed, competency exams, not guilty by reason of insanity, short-term or long-term admission or long-term extension. The unit goal is to assist in treating the severely mentally ill, return them to their optimal level of functioning and assist them in returning to the community as appropriate.
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
100% In-Person Working ArrangementsColorado Mental Health Hospital in Pueblo is a 24-hour facilitySunday (8 am-5 pm), Monday - Thursday (11 am - 8 pm) OR Tuesday - Friday (11 am - 8 pm), Saturday (8 am - 5 pm)This position will comply with the Office of Civil and Forensic Mental Health/Division of Colorado Mental Health Hospital in Pueblo /Unit: Continuity of Treatment current working arrangements. Please note: Work arrangements are subject to change at any time.About the Position: As a Mental Health Clinician I, the incumbent's primary goal is to help patients with mental illness build the skills they need to recover. In this role, the incumbent will work directly with adults and adolescents, leading educational groups and activities that support their treatment goals. The incumbent, isn't just a teacher; but the key part of the safety net, keeping the treatment environment calm, responding to emergencies, and acting as a vital link between the patients and the medical team.KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: Working with Patients and Managing the EnvironmentTalk and connect with patients to help support their journey toward getting better.Run educational classes and activities once trained and cleared to do so.Help senior staff lead specialized therapy groups (like DBT) if you have the right training.Start scheduled programs on time and lead patients through exercises.Help patients with their concerns. If unable to fix it, point them to a patient rights advocate.Walk patients safely to and from different treatment areas or "malls."Use knowledge and training to calm down tense situations or disruptive behavior. If a patient has a mental health emergency, respond immediately.Watch for changes in a patient’s mood or physical health (like pain) and tell the Nurse (RN) right away.Know which patients need extra 1-on-1 supervision or have special medical needs before you start your shift.Respond quickly whenever a distress or "duress" alarm goes off.Keep the treatment areas orderly and make sure all paperwork is finished.Rules, Safety, and AccountabilityKnow and follow the hospital’s safety, infection control, and emergency manuals.Follow the staff Code of Conduct and ethics rules at all times.Safely walk patients to the yard, gym, family visits, or court hearings.Log patient attendance and progress in the digital tracking systems (BEHR).Make sure all your mandatory training and certifications are up to date.If harassment or violence is seen in the workplace, report it to a supervisor or security immediately.Join morning team meetings and treatment planning sessions when schedule allows.CommunicationListen well and keep teammates and supervisors in the loop to prevent problems before they happen.Communicate verbally depending on who you are speaking to (patients vs. doctors) to keep the environment positive.If there is an allegation of abuse, tell the Charge Nurse and supervisor immediately and contact public safety.Tell the Nurse right away if a patient mentions hurting themselves or others.If something is broken or dangerous in the building, report it to the person in charge.Other DutiesComplete any other tasks assigned that fit within your general job level and skills.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
Supplemental InformationHow to apply to the State of Colorado (Youtube Video, Runtime 3:59, Closed Captions Available)The Assessment ProcessAbout Us & BenefitsIf your goal is to build a career that makes a difference, join the dedicated people of the Colorado Department of Human Services (CDHS). Our professionals strive to design and deliver high quality human and health services that improve the safety, independence, and well-being of the people of Colorado. Each of us is committed to contributing to a safe and accessible CDHS. In addition to a great location and rewarding and meaningful work, we offer: Strong, secure, yet flexible retirement benefits including a PERA Defined Benefit Plan or PERA Defined Contribution Plan plus 401(k) and 457 plansMedical and dental health plansEmployer supplemented Health Savings AccountPaid life insuranceShort- and long-term disability coverage11 paid holidays per year plus vacation and sick leaveState of Colorado Employee BenefitHub Resource CenterEmployee Wellness programExcellent work-life programs, such as flexible schedules, training and moreRemote work arrangements for eligible positions*Some positions may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.Our ValuesWe believe in a people-first approach: We prioritize the needs, well-being, and dignity of the individuals, families and communities we serve. We commit to respect, fairness and access in every decision, policy and interaction. We engage client voices and experiences in the development and implementation of the services we provide.Balance creates quality of life: We want our team to be resilient through a supportive workplace that values flexibility, health and wellness, and employee engagement.We hold ourselves accountable: We take responsibility through our actions, programs, and results for the state of health and human services in Colorado.Transparency matters: We are open and honest with employees, our partners, the Coloradans we serve, and the public.We are ethical: We abide by what is best for those we serve by doing what is right, not what is easy.Collaboration helps us rise together: We work together with all partners, employees, and clients to achieve the best outcomes for Coloradans.ADA AccommodationsCDHS is committed to a Colorado for ALL qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, our agency will assist individuals who have a disability with any reasonable accommodation requests related to employment. This includes completing the application process, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, participating in the employee selection process, and/or performing essential job functions where the requested accommodation does not impose an undue hardship. If you have a disability and require reasonable accommodation to ensure you have a positive experience applying or interviewing for this position, please direct your inquiries to
[email protected] StatementThe State of Colorado is an equal opportunity employerWe are committed to increasing a “Colorado for ALL" of our staff and providing culturally responsive programs and services. Therefore, we encourage responses from people of all backgrounds and abilities. The State of Colorado believes that a “Colorado for ALL” drives our success, and we encourage candidates from all identities, backgrounds, and abilities to apply. The State of Colorado is an equal opportunity employer committed to building inclusive, innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve them. Therefore, in all aspects of the employment process, we provide employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, medical condition related to pregnancy, creed, ancestry, national origin, marital status, genetic information, or military status (with preference given to military veterans), or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law.Additional Support For Your ApplicationToll Free Applicant Technical SupportIf you experience technical difficulty with the NEOGOV system (e.g. uploading or attaching documents to your online application) call NEOGOV technical support at 855-524-5627 Mon-Fri between 6 am and 6 pm (Pacific Time). Helpful hints: if you are having difficulty uploading or attaching documents to your application 1) ensure your documents are PDF or Microsoft Word files and 2) close the document before you attempt to upload (attach) it.
