State of Missouri
Gladstone, Missouri, United States
Working with the Division of Youth Services is more than it seems. You will be working with staff to create a safe, therapeutic, and educational environment for youth in our day treatment and residential programs. To succeed in this position you will need to be empathetic, nonjudgmental, cooperative, encouraging, able-bodied, professional, and respectful; you must be able to communicate clearly, honestly and openly. We also offer a variety of great benefits including health, dental, vision, paid holidays, cafeteria plans, retirement, and more. Join us and help make the difference for our youth today! This is professional nursing work in the care and treatment of patients or residents in a facility of the Missouri Division of Youth Services. This position performs a variety of nursing functions; conducts or assists in the development of nursing assessments and health care plans, implementing health care plans, instructing residents and patients in performing personal health care, and performing preventative nursing care. The following tasks are the responsibility of the Registered Nurse: Provide physical examinations, perform nursing assessments, schedule sick calls and lab work, and review all medical complaints, injury reports, and physicians’ orders. Maintain an ongoing awareness of youths' health care needs and coordinate the provision of services. Establish, review, monitor, and maintain medical and medication logs, reports, and files. Stay abreast of new developments, research, and treatment techniques that will meet the needs of youth. Teach and monitor the implementation of new information throughout the program. Conduct CPR and First Aid classes for youth and staff. Obtain and maintain certification as American Red Cross and First Aid Instructor, HIV Counseling and Testing Certification. Oversee and review the work and documentation of LPNs, nurse assistants, and other technical personnel. RN’s may provide public health services to members of a community such as assessment, planning, implementation, evaluation, and/or case management; or may oversee other RN’s on a shift. RN’s are accountable for incident reporting and investigation and observing the provision of medical care provided to patients by facility staff. Provide health care and hygiene instruction to youth, staff, and families, promoting health, prevention and management of illness, injury, and special health needs. Dispense medications to youth. Transport and escort youth in everyday and emergency situations. Perform other tasks as assigned. Knowledge, skills & abilities In addition to those identified in the previous levels: Knowledge of current professional nursing theory, practices, and standards. Ability to administer detailed therapeutic prescriptions under general professional supervision. Ability to supervise, evaluate, and instruct professional and paraprofessional nursing staff. Possession of a current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of Missouri or in accordance with Missouri’s Nurse Licensure compact and 0-3 years of experience as a registered nurse. (A graduate of an accredited nursing program may practice as a graduate nurse until he/she has received the results of the first licensure examination taken by the nurse or until ninety (90) days after graduation, whichever first occurs.) Pursuant to State Law, this position requires accreditation, licensure, and/or professional or occupational license which is only available to holders of specific post-secondary degrees. Special Requirement: Possession of a valid vehicle driver’s license. 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 .
Working with the Division of Youth Services is more than it seems. You will be working with staff to create a safe, therapeutic, and educational environment for youth in our day treatment and residential programs. To succeed in this position you will need to be empathetic, nonjudgmental, cooperative, encouraging, able-bodied, professional, and respectful; you must be able to communicate clearly, honestly and openly. We also offer a variety of great benefits including health, dental, vision, paid holidays, cafeteria plans, retirement, and more. Join us and help make the difference for our youth today! This is professional nursing work in the care and treatment of patients or residents in a facility of the Missouri Division of Youth Services. This position performs a variety of nursing functions; conducts or assists in the development of nursing assessments and health care plans, implementing health care plans, instructing residents and patients in performing personal health care, and performing preventative nursing care. The following tasks are the responsibility of the Registered Nurse: Provide physical examinations, perform nursing assessments, schedule sick calls and lab work, and review all medical complaints, injury reports, and physicians’ orders. Maintain an ongoing awareness of youths' health care needs and coordinate the provision of services. Establish, review, monitor, and maintain medical and medication logs, reports, and files. Stay abreast of new developments, research, and treatment techniques that will meet the needs of youth. Teach and monitor the implementation of new information throughout the program. Conduct CPR and First Aid classes for youth and staff. Obtain and maintain certification as American Red Cross and First Aid Instructor, HIV Counseling and Testing Certification. Oversee and review the work and documentation of LPNs, nurse assistants, and other technical personnel. RN’s may provide public health services to members of a community such as assessment, planning, implementation, evaluation, and/or case management; or may oversee other RN’s on a shift. RN’s are accountable for incident reporting and investigation and observing the provision of medical care provided to patients by facility staff. Provide health care and hygiene instruction to youth, staff, and families, promoting health, prevention and management of illness, injury, and special health needs. Dispense medications to youth. Transport and escort youth in everyday and emergency situations. Perform other tasks as assigned. Knowledge, skills & abilities In addition to those identified in the previous levels: Knowledge of current professional nursing theory, practices, and standards. Ability to administer detailed therapeutic prescriptions under general professional supervision. Ability to supervise, evaluate, and instruct professional and paraprofessional nursing staff. Possession of a current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of Missouri or in accordance with Missouri’s Nurse Licensure compact and 0-3 years of experience as a registered nurse. (A graduate of an accredited nursing program may practice as a graduate nurse until he/she has received the results of the first licensure examination taken by the nurse or until ninety (90) days after graduation, whichever first occurs.) Pursuant to State Law, this position requires accreditation, licensure, and/or professional or occupational license which is only available to holders of specific post-secondary degrees. Special Requirement: Possession of a valid vehicle driver’s license. 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 .
State of Missouri
Gladstone, Missouri, United States
This is a part-time Non-Benefit Eligible Position. Working with the Division of Youth Services is more than it seems. You will be working with staff to create a safe, therapeutic, and educational environment for youth in our day treatment and residential programs. To succeed in this position you will need to be empathetic, nonjudgmental, cooperative, encouraging, able-bodied, professional, and respectful; you must be able to communicate clearly, honestly and openly. We also offer a variety of great benefits including health, dental, vision, paid holidays, cafeteria plans, retirement, and more. Join us and help make the difference for our youth today! Transport youth (and possibly family) to school, job, doctor appointments, meetings, etc. Spend time with youth in developing constructive relationship, participating in recreational activities or otherwise h elping to provide structure and guidance. Provides extra contact for youth in high risk cases. Monitoring clients during home visits from facility. Serves as an appropriate role model and support system. Provide tutoring or academic assistance with schoolwork or homework. Assist client in securing employment. Assist supervisor in developing employment opportunities and/or community resources for youth/families. Contact service providers or community resources regarding behavior and attitude of client. Meet with supervisor on a regular basis and report information regarding client to supervisor. Maintain written log of client contact for documentation purposes. There are currently no minimum requirements for employment as a SSA. Prior experience working with juveniles or college course work in the social science or criminal justice field is desired. Examples of Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Working knowledge of child development and the role of the family. Working knowledge of the general techniques of communicating with adolescent clients. Basic knowledge of the causes of juvenile delinquency and of current methods of treatment of juveniles. Ability to work with clients in an empathetic and understanding manner. Ability to communicate effectively with clients, family members and other treatment staff, and to explain the progress of the client. Ability to interact on a community level in a professional and responsible manner. A valid driver's license is required. Social Service Aide Expectations Maintain professional appropriate boundaries with clients. Monitor client attendance at school, home, job, GED, AA/NA meetings, etc. Develop resources as directed. Help families get in touch with necessary community resources. Be familiar with client's Individual Treatment Plan and assist as directed in completing the plan. Develop goals regarding clients, including contact type and frequency, with supervisor. Meet weekly (or as directed) with supervisor. Keep time sheet current and make available to supervisor as requested. Provide monthly reports of case load contacts to supervisor. Track hours and services provided to youth and families. Maintain confidentiality!!!! Lack of post-secondary education will not be used as the sole basis denying consideration to any applicant. This is a part-time Non-Benefit Eligible Position.
This is a part-time Non-Benefit Eligible Position. Working with the Division of Youth Services is more than it seems. You will be working with staff to create a safe, therapeutic, and educational environment for youth in our day treatment and residential programs. To succeed in this position you will need to be empathetic, nonjudgmental, cooperative, encouraging, able-bodied, professional, and respectful; you must be able to communicate clearly, honestly and openly. We also offer a variety of great benefits including health, dental, vision, paid holidays, cafeteria plans, retirement, and more. Join us and help make the difference for our youth today! Transport youth (and possibly family) to school, job, doctor appointments, meetings, etc. Spend time with youth in developing constructive relationship, participating in recreational activities or otherwise h elping to provide structure and guidance. Provides extra contact for youth in high risk cases. Monitoring clients during home visits from facility. Serves as an appropriate role model and support system. Provide tutoring or academic assistance with schoolwork or homework. Assist client in securing employment. Assist supervisor in developing employment opportunities and/or community resources for youth/families. Contact service providers or community resources regarding behavior and attitude of client. Meet with supervisor on a regular basis and report information regarding client to supervisor. Maintain written log of client contact for documentation purposes. There are currently no minimum requirements for employment as a SSA. Prior experience working with juveniles or college course work in the social science or criminal justice field is desired. Examples of Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Working knowledge of child development and the role of the family. Working knowledge of the general techniques of communicating with adolescent clients. Basic knowledge of the causes of juvenile delinquency and of current methods of treatment of juveniles. Ability to work with clients in an empathetic and understanding manner. Ability to communicate effectively with clients, family members and other treatment staff, and to explain the progress of the client. Ability to interact on a community level in a professional and responsible manner. A valid driver's license is required. Social Service Aide Expectations Maintain professional appropriate boundaries with clients. Monitor client attendance at school, home, job, GED, AA/NA meetings, etc. Develop resources as directed. Help families get in touch with necessary community resources. Be familiar with client's Individual Treatment Plan and assist as directed in completing the plan. Develop goals regarding clients, including contact type and frequency, with supervisor. Meet weekly (or as directed) with supervisor. Keep time sheet current and make available to supervisor as requested. Provide monthly reports of case load contacts to supervisor. Track hours and services provided to youth and families. Maintain confidentiality!!!! Lack of post-secondary education will not be used as the sole basis denying consideration to any applicant. This is a part-time Non-Benefit Eligible Position.