Psychiatric Nursing Assistant (Health Care Aide/Mental Health Worker) (Shared Health) - Jobs in Selkirk, MB

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This job opportunity is being advertised on behalf of the following organization and is not a Manitoba government civil service position.Psychiatric Nursing Assistant (Health Care Aide/Mental Health Worker) (Shared Health)SN1 Psychiatric Nursing Assistant 1; SN2 Psychiatric Nursing Assistant 2Term/full-time; Term/part-time; CasualDepartment of Mental Health and Community WellnessSelkirk Mental Health CentreSelkirk MBAdvertisement Number: 100017Salary(s): SN1 $35,249.00 - $39,798.00 per year ; SN2 $37,482.00 - $45,412.00 per yearClosing Date: June 26, 2022The Manitoba government recognizes the importance of building an exemplary public service reflective of the citizens it serves, where diverse abilities, backgrounds, cultures, identities, languages and perspectives drives a high standard of service and innovation. The Manitoba government supports equitable employment practices and promotes representation of designated groups (women, Indigenous people, persons with disabilities, visible minorities).Employment Equity is a factor in selection for this competition. Consideration will be given to Indigenous people, visible minorities and persons with disabilities.An eligibility list may be created for similar positions and will remain in effect until exhausted.Psychiatric Nursing Assistants are hired on an underfill basis at the Psychiatric Nursing Assistant 1 (SN1) classification and provided with support, training and on-the-job development to achieve the full working level of the position at the Psychiatric Nursing Assistant 2 (SN2) classification. In order to progress to the full working level of this position, candidates must successfully complete the Advanced Psychiatric Nursing Assistant 2 in-house training program within a reasonable timeframe, work a designated number of hours and demonstrate satisfactory attendance and performance on the job.Shared Health is looking for dynamic and passionate Psychiatric Nursing Assistants to join their team in the float pool. SMHC is a 252-bed facility located in the City of Selkirk that provides specialized inpatient mental health and acquired brain injury treatment and rehabilitation services to residents of Manitoba whose challenging needs cannot be met elsewhere in the provincial health care system. Program areas include: Acute Psychiatric Care, Rehabilitation, Geriatrics and Acquired Brain Injury. For more information see www.gov.mb.ca/health/smhc.Conditions of Employment:

• Must be legally entitled to work in Canada

• This position requires a current satisfactory Criminal Records Check (including Vulnerable Sector Search), Child Abuse Registry Check and Adult Abuse Registry Check The successful candidate will be responsible for any service charges incurred. A security check is considered current if it was obtained no more than six (6) months prior to the start of employment.
• Must be physically able to perform the duties of the position, including, but not limited to: bending, lifting, moving and transferring patients, as well as being on your feet for extended periods of time.
• Must be willing and able to work in any program area throughout the Centre (Acute, Geriatrics, Rehab, or Acquired Brain Injury).
• Must be willing and able to work a variety of shifts and flexible hours including days, evenings, overnights, holidays and overtime as required.

Qualifications:Essential:

• Experience supporting persons with disabilities, mental illness or other vulnerable adults with daily life skills and/or activities of daily living
• Ability to maintain a safe work environment
• Ability to work productively as a member of a team
• Ability to work independently and make decisions using sound judgment
• Ability to maintain confidentiality
• Effective verbal/non-verbal communication skills
• Strong interpersonal skills to work effectively with patients and staff
• Strong organizational skills
• Good Written Communication Skills to maintain accurate patient records

Desired:

• Experience working in a mental health-related field
• Knowledge of Mental Health Issues
• Experience using mechanical aids to assist individuals with mobility issues
• Health Care Aid certificate OR completion of post secondary education in in social services

Duties:The Psychiatric Nursing Assistant (PNA) participates as an active member of the treatment team carrying out specific therapeutic and rehabilitative interventions with patients based on recovery/treatment plans which have been developed following the Psychosocial Rehabilitation model. Working within any one of the programs at SMHC, the PNA provides patients with supervision and guidance; assistance with personal care and comfort; support in activities of daily living; and safe therapeutic and recreational activities.Apply to:Advertisement # 100017Service Centre 2Human Resource Services360-1395 Ellice AvenueWinnipeg, MB , R3G 3P2Phone: 204-945-7182Fax: 204-948-2841Email: govjobs@gov.mb.caThis is a unionized position. As a result of The Health Sector Bargaining Unit Review Act, the bargaining agent for this position may differ from the Union identified in your collective agreement. In the event you have any questions, please contact your site Human Resources Department.We have a unique ability to work together to make health care better. If you want to make a difference and contribute to supporting the health of your family, friends and neighbours, please apply today.Interested candidates should select the "Apply" icon below to upload their cover letter and resume.Please note that an employee is not permitted to hold two or more positions in Shared Health that combine to equal more than 1.0 FTE.Shared Health values and supports employment equity and workplace diversity and encourages all qualified individuals to apply.We thank all applicants but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.We welcome applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request during the assessment and selection process.Applicants may request reasonable accommodation related to the materials or activities used throughout the selection process. When applying to this position, please indicate the advertisement number and position title in the subject line and/or body of your email. Your cover letter, resumé and/or application must clearly indicate how you meet the qualifications.Please be advised that job competitions for represented positions may be grieved by internal represented applicants. Should a selection grievance be filed, information from the competition file will be provided to the grievors representative. Personal information irrelevant to the grievance and other information protected under legislation will be redacted.We thank all who apply and advise that only those selected for further consideration will be contacted._Quick Apply

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