Psychiatric Nursing Asst II

Would you thrive in an environment where you learn and grow personally and professionally all while helping make a positive impact on people's lives? Do you appreciate being around others like yourself who are dependable, trustworthy, hard workers who believe in the value of each other, teamwork, and inclusivity? HSCS is dedicated to building a diverse community atmosphere where employees feel valued, supported and accepted while providing specialized care for Texans in need. If providing hope and healing through compassionate, innovative, and individualized care interest you, we welcome your application for the position below. Safety Response Team (SRT) Officer II/Psychiatric Nursing Assistant II responds to all safety events occurring on Big Spring State Hospital campus during shift, including patient, staff or visitors or criminal activity occurring on campus. Ensures safety of the campus via patrol and monitoring of buildings. Writes safety daily and incident reports, as necessary, works with law enforcement, when needed. Works under the supervision of the shift leader and Chief SRT Officer. Essential Job Functions: Attends work on a regular basis and may be required to work a specific shift schedule or, at times, even a rotating schedule, extended shift and/or overtime in accordance with agency leave policy and performs other duties as assigned. Monitor and enforce Big Spring State Hospital policies and procedures and the laws of the State of Texas consistent with the requirements of the agency. Maintains compliance with hospital and department training requirements Ensures accurate documentation in the Safety Daily Report, and any offense/incident report to insure appropriate and complete understanding by a third person when presented the report. Attends work on a regular and predictable schedule in accordance with agency leave policy; performs basic tasks Communicates pertinent information to the appropriate supervisor to facilitate the efficient operation of the Safety Department. Employee actively participates and/or serves in a supporting role to meet the agency's obligations for disaster response and/or recovery or Continuity of Operations (COOP) activation. Equipment assigned to Safety Response Team Officer is inspected daily prior to shift and tested quarterly. Escorts visitors to ensure safe environment for all persons. Monitoring secured and unauthorized areas within Big Spring State Hospital facility. Provides off-campus monitoring for patients identified as "High Risk" per policy to protect hospital staff, prevent unauthorized departures and to protect the patient. Safety Response Team Officers will patrol daily the facility grounds, monitor activity on the grounds, including perimeter patrol. Observes and responds to all unusual incidents Officers will monitor traffic during their regular patrol especially during scheduled shift changes or during other identified times. Provide physical safety for all facility owned buildings and respond to any and all alarms to those buildings. Provides services to various departments on a daily or as needed basis. 16. Insure that persons on campus are identified and have legitimate reason for being on campus. Processes patient admissions and discharges according to established policies. Other duties as assigned include but are not limited to actively participating and/or serving in a supporting role to meet the agency's obligations for disaster response and/or recovery or Continuity of Operations (COOP) activation. Such participation may require an alternate shift pattern assignment and/or location. Knowledge Skills Abilities: 1. Knowledge of traffic and parking regulations and of emergency reporting procedures. 2. Skill in monitoring and assessing situations and determining appropriate response. 3. Ability to enforce safety/security rules and regulations, to react quickly and calmly in emergency situations, and to communicate effectively. Registration or Licensure Requirements: Must possess valid Texas driver's license or obtain it no later than 90 days after hire date. Applicants with an out-of-state driver's license must provide an original certified driving record from the state of driving licensure. Eligible driving record required based on HHSC Fleet Management policy. Initial Selection Criteria: 1. Graduation from a standard senior high school or equivalent. 2. A minimum of six (6) months of experience working in security or providing direct care services is generally preferred. Additional Information: Applicants must pass a fingerprint criminal background check, pre-employment drug screen, and registry checks including the Client Abuse/Neglect Reporting System (CANRS), Nurse Aid, Medication Aide and Employee Misconduct, and HHS OIG list of Excluded Individuals/Entities. Males between the ages of 18-25 must be registered with the Selective Service. All applicants must be at least 18 years of age to be considered for employment at a state-operated facility. Waco Center for Youth applicants must be at least 21 years of age. Flexibility in work hours may be required for this position. The position may be required to work overtime and/or extended hours. Compliance with HHSC immunization policy and state hospital operating procedures related to immunizations is required. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, healthcare workers are considered to be at significant risk for acquiring or transmitting hepatitis B, measles, mumps, rubella, varicella (chicken pox), tetanus, diphtheria, pertussis (whooping cough), and influenza. All these diseases are vaccine preventable. As a result, state hospital policy requires employees be vaccinated according to their level of contact with individuals. In the event you choose to not be immunized for the influenza virus, you may be required to wear a mask and take other protective measures. If you need assistance completing the online application, contact the HHS Employee Service Center at 1-. HHS agencies use E-Verify. You must bring your I-9 documentation with you on your first day of work. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), HHS agencies will provide reasonable accommodation during the hiring and selection process for qualified individuals with a disability. If you need assistance completing the on-line application, contact the HHS Employee Service Center at 1-. If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodation to participate in the interview process, please notify the person scheduling the interview. MOS Code: Military occupation(s) that relate to the initial selection criteria and registration or licensure requirements for this position may include, but not limited to: 68X, 4C0X1. All active duty military, reservists, guardsmen, and veterans are encouraged to apply if qualified to fill this position. For more information, see the Texas State Auditor's Military Crosswalk at HHS agencies use E-Verify. You must bring your I-9 documentation with you on your first day of work. I-9 Form - Click here to download the I-9 form. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), HHS agencies will provide reasonable accommodation during the hiring and selection process for qualified individuals with a disability. 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