Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services is hiring: Certified

Overview

Certified Nursing Assistant (Night Shift) at the Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services (DBHDS). Location: Hiram Davis Medical Center. State Role Title: Direct Service Associate III. Hiring Range: $40,772 - $55,389. Pay Band: 3. Agency Website: https://dbhds.virginia.gov/facilities/hwdmc/

Recruitment Type: General Public - G. This position is open until filled; applications will be reviewed within five days of posting. Background investigation and pre-employment drug screening are required.

Job Duties

• Knowledge of personal care needs and activities of daily living.
• Ability to carry out the responsibilities of the position; read, write, and communicate effectively with others.
• Physical ability to turn, bend, and lift non-ambulatory adult patients without restrictions.
• Must be able to work required overtime and perform CPR.

Minimum Qualifications

• Certified as a nursing assistant with the Virginia State Board of Nursing.
• High school graduate or equivalent, coupled with successful completion of a State-approved training course for nursing assistants.

Additional Considerations

• Working experience as a nursing assistant in medical-surgical, psychiatric, rehabilitation, geriatrics, or mental retardation settings preferred.

Special Instructions

• You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Check the status of your application under “Your Application” in your account.
• Applications and résumés are accepted electronically through the Commonwealth of Virginia’s Electronic Recruitment System. Interview decisions will be based on the information provided.
• A background investigation and pre-employment drug screening are required; this may include fingerprint checks and other verifications.
• Reasonable accommodations are available during the application/interview process in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. Contact Human Resources at (804) 524-7300 for assistance.
• Equal Opportunity: The Commonwealth of Virginia prohibits discrimination based on race, sex, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or related conditions. Retaliation is prohibited.
• Veteran Preference: DBHDS is a Virginia Values Veterans (V3) certified employer and provides hiring preference to qualified veterans and service members.

Benefits

DBHDS offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health plans, paid life insurance, retirement plans, 13 paid holidays, annual leave, family personal leave, sick leave, and employee discount programs.

Contact Information

• Name: Taylor Mayton
• Phone: (804) 524-7300
• Email: taylor.mayton@dbhds.virginia.gov

Note: The Commonwealth encourages applicants with disabilities to use the Alternative Hiring Process where applicable. AHP documentation may be required.