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Support Care Assistant - Department of Mental Health at NMPRC 3505 Frederick Ave., St. Joseph, MO 64506
Monthly Base Salary: $2,980.82 (Full‑time) plus $2/hr shift differential for 2nd & 3rd Shift.
Full‑Time Shift Availability
2nd Shift (rotating weekends) 2:45 pm – 11:15 pm
3rd Shift (rotating weekends) 10:45 pm – 7:15 am
Must be available to work a minimum of two weekends a month.
Why You’ll Love This Position Northwest Missouri Psychiatric Rehabilitation Center is a 108‑bed forensic inpatient psychiatric hospital located in St. Joseph, Missouri. NMPRC’s vision is to transform the lives of Missourians with mental illness by providing evidence‑based treatment in a safe and healing environment. We are dedicated to empowering Missourians to thrive in communities that support mental health, achieve health equity, and promote well‑being. NMPRC’s core values are
CARE : Compassion, Acceptance, Respect, and Excellence.
General Summary And Job Duties
Assist patients with activities of daily living such as personal hygiene, toileting, ambulation and other related tasks.
Establish and maintain harmonious working relationships with patients, subordinates, co‑workers, supervisors and the public.
Perform environmental rounds as assigned punctually, comprehensively, and documents precisely.
Give first aide and perform emergency treatment as required.
Demonstrate ability to provide care, interact and meet the needs of the mentally ill with considerations for forensic issues and developmental stage from young adult to elderly adults and the developmentally disabled.
Maintain safe, clean and agreeable work environment.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Knowledge of the general care and treatment of patients, including basic nursing, first aid, and emergency treatments. Ability to work with patients with physical or mental illness, developmental disabilities, physical disabilities, and/or the geriatric population. Ability to perform first aid and emergency treatments as instructed. Ability to understand and follow written and oral instructions. Ability to accept and adapt to change in assignments, methods, policies, etc.
Minimum Qualifications
18 years of age
High School Diploma or GED
Valid Driver’s License or State issued ID
0‑1 year of related experience
We Offer Great Benefits The State of Missouri offers an excellent benefits package that includes a defined pension plan, generous amounts of leave and holiday time, and eligibility for health insurance coverage. Your total compensation is more than the dollars you receive in your paycheck. To help demonstrate the value of working for the State of Missouri, we have created an interactive Total Compensation Calculator. This tool provides a comprehensive view of benefits and more that are offered to prospective employees. The Total Compensation Calculator and other applicant resources can be found here.
How to Apply To apply, please submit your resume to nmprchr@dmh.mo.gov, apply online at www.mocareers.mo.gov or in‑person at 3505 Frederick Ave., St. Joseph, MO 64506.
The State of Missouri is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Seniority Level Entry level
Employment Type Full‑time
Job Function Other
Industries Government Administration
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Support Care Assistant NMPRC
role at
State of Missouri
Support Care Assistant - Department of Mental Health at NMPRC 3505 Frederick Ave., St. Joseph, MO 64506
Monthly Base Salary: $2,980.82 (Full‑time) plus $2/hr shift differential for 2nd & 3rd Shift.
Full‑Time Shift Availability
2nd Shift (rotating weekends) 2:45 pm – 11:15 pm
3rd Shift (rotating weekends) 10:45 pm – 7:15 am
Must be available to work a minimum of two weekends a month.
Why You’ll Love This Position Northwest Missouri Psychiatric Rehabilitation Center is a 108‑bed forensic inpatient psychiatric hospital located in St. Joseph, Missouri. NMPRC’s vision is to transform the lives of Missourians with mental illness by providing evidence‑based treatment in a safe and healing environment. We are dedicated to empowering Missourians to thrive in communities that support mental health, achieve health equity, and promote well‑being. NMPRC’s core values are
CARE : Compassion, Acceptance, Respect, and Excellence.
General Summary And Job Duties
Assist patients with activities of daily living such as personal hygiene, toileting, ambulation and other related tasks.
Establish and maintain harmonious working relationships with patients, subordinates, co‑workers, supervisors and the public.
Perform environmental rounds as assigned punctually, comprehensively, and documents precisely.
Give first aide and perform emergency treatment as required.
Demonstrate ability to provide care, interact and meet the needs of the mentally ill with considerations for forensic issues and developmental stage from young adult to elderly adults and the developmentally disabled.
Maintain safe, clean and agreeable work environment.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Knowledge of the general care and treatment of patients, including basic nursing, first aid, and emergency treatments. Ability to work with patients with physical or mental illness, developmental disabilities, physical disabilities, and/or the geriatric population. Ability to perform first aid and emergency treatments as instructed. Ability to understand and follow written and oral instructions. Ability to accept and adapt to change in assignments, methods, policies, etc.
Minimum Qualifications
18 years of age
High School Diploma or GED
Valid Driver’s License or State issued ID
0‑1 year of related experience
We Offer Great Benefits The State of Missouri offers an excellent benefits package that includes a defined pension plan, generous amounts of leave and holiday time, and eligibility for health insurance coverage. Your total compensation is more than the dollars you receive in your paycheck. To help demonstrate the value of working for the State of Missouri, we have created an interactive Total Compensation Calculator. This tool provides a comprehensive view of benefits and more that are offered to prospective employees. The Total Compensation Calculator and other applicant resources can be found here.
How to Apply To apply, please submit your resume to nmprchr@dmh.mo.gov, apply online at www.mocareers.mo.gov or in‑person at 3505 Frederick Ave., St. Joseph, MO 64506.
The State of Missouri is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Seniority Level Entry level
Employment Type Full‑time
Job Function Other
Industries Government Administration
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