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Job Description
Northwest Community Services is a State of Missouri agency that operates under the Department of Mental Health. This is entry-level position providing direct care to clients including observations, treatment, and monitoring in a secure environment.
Job Duties: Observes, reports, and assists in recording changes in the physical condition, behavioral response, and emotional status of clients; assists in providing basic health care for clients; checks vital signs, and applies simple dressings; maintains a safe, clean, and therapeutic environment for client care and treatment activities; may administer medication after completing training that is provided by the agency; uses state vehicles to transport clients to appointments and activities; assists clients in participating in activities (shopping, going for car rides, out to eat, etc.) with the clients; assists clients with meals, bathing, grooming, etc. as needed.
Minimum Qualifications:- Must be at least 18 years of age
- Possess a valid driver's license
- Possess high school diploma or GED
- Possess adequate vision to read written material.
- Possess adequate hearing.
- Must be able to physically intervene to maintain safety.
- Pass an extensive criminal background check
Visit this website for disqualification information, Employee Disqualification Information | dmh.mo.gov
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 . -
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