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State of Idaho

Psychiatric Treatment Coordinator - SHN

State of Idaho, Orofino, Idaho, United States, 83544

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Psychiatric Treatment Coordinator - STAR Team

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State of Idaho . State Hospital North in

Orofino

currently has openings for a Psychiatric Treatment Coordinator – Safety Team Assisted Response (STAR Team), which is part of the clinical team. The STAR Team is a specialized behavioral response team designed for de-escalation of patient behavior to ensure hospital-wide safety and security. The STAR Team members lead in Non-Violent Crisis Interventions and are expected to be highly proficient at providing supportive patient contact, directive, both non-restrictive and restrictive interventions, and reestablishing therapeutic rapport following each intervention. Interactions require a team approach in de-escalating patients using restrictive intervention, and STAR Team members are seen as hospital experts in the use of Crisis Prevention Institute’s Non-Violent Crisis Interventions.

This position is not eligible for telework.

The Idaho Department of Health & Welfare is a drug-free workplace. Any applicant offered employment will be required to pass a pre-employment drug test. Successful candidates will complete a criminal history background investigation. Employment is dependent upon satisfactory results of the investigation.

Responsibilities

Willingness to have daily intensive contact with psychiatric patients.

Assess and intervene, using non-restrictive and restrictive interventions, as appropriate, with mentally ill patients.

Model and perform advanced skills in crisis de-escalation.

Participate as a treatment team member and coordinate approved treatment with other teams.

Assist and/or support unsteady ambulatory adults of varying weights.

Role model and teach appropriate job skills to other employees.

Intervene in crisis or potentially harmful situations by using specific early intervention techniques and/or physical holding and restraint skills.

Assess for potential safety and security threats.

Provide transport of patients to offsite medical consults and other appointments.

Minimum Qualifications

Good knowledge of therapeutic techniques used to treat mentally ill patients, typically gained by 1-3 college courses in psychology, social work, counseling, or human behavior and at least one year of mental health field experience, or at least two years of related experience.

Good knowledge of common mental illnesses and symptoms, typically gained by 1-3 college courses or at least one year in a mental health role requiring this knowledge.

Knowledge of civil and legal rights of institutionalized persons, typically gained by relevant experience in professional/paraprofessional roles or practicum.

Experience implementing treatment plans, including documentation and coordinating service delivery.

Experience leading therapeutic activity groups, or equivalent practicum/internship experience.

Benefits

11 paid holidays

Generous vacation and sick leave accrual from start

Paid parental leave

Medical, dental, vision insurance – competitive rates

PERSI Choice 401(k)

Deferred compensation plan

Life insurance

Short and long-term disability insurance

Student loan forgiveness

Wellness programs

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

Training opportunities

Some positions offer flexible hours and/or telecommuting

Additional Information

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Application assistance is not available after business hours, on weekends, or holidays. Apply before 4:59 pm on the closing date. Use CHROME to avoid complications.

For questions, contact us at dhwjobs@dhw.idaho.gov or (208) 334-0681.

EEO/ADA/Veteran information: The State of Idaho is committed to equal employment opportunities and nondiscrimination. Reasonable accommodations are available upon request (ada.coordinator@dhr.idaho.gov, 208-334-2263).

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