Presbyterian Medical Services

Mental Health Assistant

Presbyterian Medical Services  •  Farmington, NM (Onsite)  •  6 days ago
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Job Description

JOB CATEGORY: MENTAL HEALTH / SOBER SUPPORT / TOTAH

Joint Intervention Program

Under direct supervision, this position provides client supervision at the Totah Behavioral Health Sobering Center and/or the Joint Intervention Program; assists in the maintenance of a safe, secure environment that enhances treatment and/or educational effectiveness, as appropriate.

REQUIREMENTS

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

  • High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required.
  • Two years’ experience working with clients with Severe Mental Illness (SMI); Moderate or severe Substance Use Disorder (SUD); or Co-occurring disorder (mental illness/Substance Use Disorder)and/or mental illness/developmental disability with a primary diagnosis of mental illness; OR
  • Two years of post-secondary education in a human services related field; OR
  • A minimum of 40 hours of documented training including the 20 hours of pre-service training and 20 additional hours including the following topics, to be completed within 90 days of employment:
    • Basic communications and problem solving;
    • Ethnic and cultural considerations related to the clients served; o Addiction and Brain Function;
    • Trauma-Informed Care; and
    • Addressing Shame and Humiliation from a Human Dignity Approach
  • Staff who meet the two years of education or experience requirement must take 20 hours of pre-service training. Staff who do not meet the two-year requirement must take 20 hours of pre-service plus 20 hours of in-service.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:

  • Have or be able to obtain First Aid and BLS/CPR certifications within 30 days of hire. Certifications must meet the requirements listed in the document “BLS / CPR / ACLS & First Aid Training Resources” posted on Staurolite. It is your responsibility to keep your certifications current at all times.


SCREENING REQUIREMENTS:

  • According to PMS Human Resources Policy 205.006, “Healthcare Personnel Testing & Immunization Requirements,” this position must comply with required testing and immunizations. Testing and immunizations including TB, Hepatitis B (consent or waiver), Tdap, MMR, and Varicella, will be available at the employee’s PMS health center. Influenza vaccines will be required according to dates set by the CDC and NMDOH.
  • This position requires successful completion of an initial post-offer of employment:
    • Criminal Records Check

$100 EMPLOYEE REFERRAL BONUS

BONUSES

  • All bonuses subject to tax withholding and eligibility requirements.

ABOUT PMS

  • Founded in 1969, PMS is a non-profit organization with over 1,300 employees providing services at 100+ locations in New Mexico.
  • Our diverse services include primary care, dental, behavioral health, early childhood education, supportive living, and senior programs.
  • We concentrate our resources on meeting the needs of underserved areas of New Mexico.
  • We operate the largest network of federally qualified health centers in the state.
  • PMS is not affiliated with Presbyterian Healthcare Services, Presbyterian Hospitals or Presbyterian Health Plan.

WHY PMS?

  • Mission-driven organization
  • Competitive salaries
  • Nine paid holidays and generous PTO
  • Medical, dental & vision insurance
  • Free Life & LTD coverage
  • Free discretionary pension plan contribution
  • Employee recognition and engagement activities
  • Robust training program
  • Tuition Reimbursement

EOE/AA/M/F/SO/Vet/Disability

Presbyterian Medical Services

About Presbyterian Medical Services

Presbyterian Medical Services (PMS) is the successor to the United Presbyterian Church's Medical Mission work in the Southwest, which began in 1901. In 1969, a New Mexico based 501 (c)(3) nonprofit corporation was formed to ensure continuation of the mission to provide health care services to the underserved communities throughout the Southwest.

All told, we provide services in approximately 100 locations throughout New Mexico. Many of the individuals served by PMS live at or below the federal poverty level. PMS programs are in urban, rural and frontier locations. Some areas have geographical barriers which dramatically impact access to services.

Our primary care services are focused on helping New Mexicans of all ages. Our dental care includes preventive, restorative and some rehabilitative services. Our behavioral health and developmental disability programs enhance lives and enable the pursuit of personal fulfillment. Our integrated service model provides the highest quality of care at every stage of life. Combined with our services for veterans and childhood education, PMS' services strengthen the fabric of our New Mexico communities by offering a strong safety net of care for people of all backgrounds.

PMS is accredited by the Joint Commission, signifying achievement of the highest standard of performance in the industry. Numerous PMS community health centers have achieved recognition from the Joint Commission as Patient-Centered Medical Homes (PCMH). The PCMH is a way of organizing primary care that emphasizes care coordination and communication to transform primary care for maximized health outcomes. We've also received accreditation from the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC).

Industry
Healthcare & Social Services
Company Size
501-1,000 employees
Headquarters
Santa Fe, New Mexico
Year Founded
1969
Website
pmsnm.org
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