**Working Title: Human Svcs Technician** **Job Class: Human Services Technician** **Agency: Human Services Dept** + **Job ID** : 81306 + **Location** : Annandale + **Telework Eligible** : No + **Full/Part Time** : Full-Time + **Regular/Temporary** : Unlimited + **Who May Apply** : Open to all qualified job seekers + **Date Posted** : 10/25/2024 + **Closing Date** : 11/15/2024 + **Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit** : Human Services Dept / DHS Willmar AFSCME + **Division/Unit** : Mental Health&SubsAbuseTrtSvcs / CBHH Annandale Nursing + **Work Shift/Work Hours** : Night Shift, 9:30PM - 7:30AM + **Days of Work** : varies + **Travel Required** : No + **Salary Range:** $20.91 - $28.02 / hourly; $43,660 - $58,505 / annually + **Classified Status** : Classified + **Bargaining Unit/Union** : 204 - Health Care Non Professional/AFSCME + **Work Area** : CBHH Annandale + **FLSA Status** : Nonexempt + Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/) : Yes The Department of Human Services is unable to provide sponsorship for work visas. Applicants must be eligible to work in the United States at the start of employment. **The work you'll do is more than just a job.** At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities. **Candidates may be eligible for a hiring bonus of up to $2,500!** Community Behavioral Health Hospital (CBHH) in Annandale is now hiring direct care staff to join our team as Human Services Technicians. The CBHH is a small inpatient psychiatric facility for adults experiencing an acute mental health episode. The length of stay is typically less than 60 days, during which treatment focuses on rapid assessment, stabilization, patient education, and discharge planning involving community support resources, with the overall goal of preventing future episodes. Human Services Technicians play a key role in delivering quality patient care. In this position, you will: + Facilitate admission and discharge procedures for patients at the CBHH to ensure an optimum level of health and comfort. + Provide compassionate physical and mental health care to help patients achieve their treatment goals. + Maintain a clean and therapeutic environment, which may include performing housekeeping tasks. + Participate as a member of the treatment team to develop and implement treatment plans based on the unique needs of each patient. + Maintain a hazard-free environment by following safety standards and responding to emergency situations. + Assist with the collection of monitoring and evaluation data to continuously maintain and improve patient care services. + Participate in training and quality improvement activities so that the best possible care is provided to patients. **Minimum Qualifications** + Ability to read and write English sufficient to understand/follow directions and to maintain records/documentation. + Human relations skills sufficient to establish rapport with and provide direction to service recipients. + Possess and maintain a valid driver's license. **Additional Requirements** To facilitate proper crediting, please ensure that your resume clearly describes your experience in the areas listed and indicates the beginning and ending month and year for each job held. REFERENCE/BACKGROUND CHECKS - The Department of Human Services will conduct reference checks to verify job-related credentials and criminal background check prior to appointment. AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER Minnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status. Reasonable accommodations will be made to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us . Please indicate what assistance is needed.