Direct Care Assistant II, CI (Court Involved)
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Introduction\nGRADEASTD13\nLOCATION OF POSITIONSpringfield Hospital Center\nNursing Department\n6655 Sykesville Road\nSykesville, MD 21784\nPOSITION DUTIESThe main purpose of this position is to function on the full performance level as first line staff responsible for providing consistent and continuous care to patients under general supervision from a RN or direction from an LPN.\nThis position supports the mission of the organization through active participation in clinical efforts to provide treatment in a recovery-oriented environment. The foundation of a recovery-oriented environment is respect and a commitment to safety in the least restrictive manner possible.\nMINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSEducation: Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of a high school equivalency certificate. \nExperience: Two years of experience in work assisting in the care, treatment, habilitation or rehabilitation of patients and/or clients that are aged, physically ill, have behavioral health diagnoses, or have intellectual or developmental disabilities in treatment facilities or community based programs. \nNotes: \n1. Applicants may substitute additional experience in patient or client direct care on a year-for-year basis for the required education. \n2. Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience as a non-commissioned officer in Hospital Corpsman classifications or Health Care Specialist and Medical Services specialty codes in the health related field of work on a year-for-year basis for the required experience. \nLICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS1. Candidates for positions in this classification must possess a current certificate as a Nursing Assistant from the Maryland State Board of Nursing OR within sixty days from the date of hire and prior to performing delegated nursing tasks, must have successfully completed a Board of Nursing approved Nursing Assistant training program and received certification as a Nursing Assistant from the Board of Nursing. \n2. Employees in this classification located in facilities that provide long term care for the aged may be required to possess or obtain a Geriatric Aide certificate. \n3. Employees in this classification may be assigned duties which require the operation of a motor vehicle. Employees assigned such duties will be required to possess a motor vehicle operator's license valid in the State of Maryland. \n4. Some employees in this classification may be required to operate vans which require a specific motor vehicle operator's license valid in the State of Maryland. \n5. Employees in this classification may be required to successfully complete training in and maintain current cardiopulmonary resuscitation certification. \nSPECIAL REQUIREMENTS1. Employees in this classification must have successfully completed a direct care training course or examination approved by the hiring facility prior to permanent appointment to positions. \n2. Employees in this classification are subject to call-in and, therefore, will be required to provide the facility with a telephone number at which they can be reached. \n3. Employees in this classification are subject to substance abuse testing in accordance with Code of Maryland Regulations 17.04.09, Testing for Illegal Use of Drugs. \nSELECTION PROCESSApplicants who meet the minimum (and selective) qualifications will be included in further evaluation. The evaluation may be a rating of your application based on your education, training and experience as they relate to the requirements of the position.Therefore, it is essential that you provide complete and accurate information on your application.Please report all related education, experience, dates and hours of work.Clearly indicate your college degree and major on your application, if applicable. For education obtained outside the U.S., any job offer will be contingent on the candidate providing an evaluation for equivalency by a foreign credential evaluation service prior to starting employment (and may be requested prior to interview).\nComplete applications must be submitted by the closing date.Information submitted after this date will not be added.\nIncorrect application forms will not be accepted.Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application.\nCandidates may remain on thecertified eligible list for a period of at least one year. The resulting certified eligible list for this recruitment may be used for similar positions in this or other State agencies.\nBENEFITSSTATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS\nFURTHER INSTRUCTIONSOnline applications are highly recommended. However, if you are unable to apply online,the paper application (and supplemental questionnaire) may be submitted to MDH, Recruitment and Selection Division, 201 W. Preston St., Room 114-B, Baltimore, MD 21201.Paper application materials must be received by 5 pm, close of business, on the closing date for the recruitment, no postmarks will be accepted.\nIf additional information is required, the preferred method is to upload. If you are unable to upload, please fax the requested informationto 410-###-####.Only additional materials that are required will be accepted for this recruitment. All additional information must be received by the closing date and time.\nFor questions regarding this recruitment, please contact theMDH Recruitment and Selection Division at 410-###-####.\nIf you are having difficulty with your user account or have general questions about the online application system, please contact the MD Department of Budget and Management, Recruitment and Examination Division at 410-###-#### ...@maryland.gov.\nAppropriate accommodations for individuals with disabilities are available upon request by calling: 410-###-#### or MD TTY Relay Service 1-800-###-####.\nWe thank our Veterans for their service to our country.\nPeople with disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.\nAs an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruitment, retaining and promoting employees who are reflective of the State's diversity.\n