Posted by: Eastern State Hospital on Oct 20, 2021
Location:
Williamsburg , VA
Job Description:
Position Information
Working Title
DSA III (Arts and Crafts) - $3,000 Sign-On Bonus and Quarterly Retention Bonuses (up to $12,000/year)!
Role Title
Direct Service Associate III - 49053
Job Open Date
09/14/2021
Job Close Date
Open Until Filled
Yes
Is this position funded in whole or in part by the American Recovery & Reinvestment Act (Stimulus Package)?
No
Hiring Range
Negotiable, commensurate with experience.
Agency
Eastern State Hospital (704)
Agency Website
http://www.esh.dbhds.virginia.gov/
Location
Williamsburg - 830
Sublocation
Position Number
00070
Job Posting Number
1086257
Type of Recruitment
General Public - G
Does this position have telework options?
No
Bilingual/Multilingual Skill Requirement/Preference
No
Job Type
Full-Time (Salaried)
Job Type Detail
Full-Time Salaried - Non-Faculty- FTS-1
Pay Band
03
Job Description
$3,000 Sign-On Bonus for those new to state service with signed one year written agreement.
There is an opportunity for you to earn Retention Bonuses with continued employment quarterly ($3,000) that could equate to ($12,000) annually!
Eastern State Hospital, located in Williamsburg, Virginia, was founded in 1773, with a well-intentional emphasis on community focused mental health care. This state of the art campus, situated on 500 acres, consists of two patient care buildings with 300 patients, and a highly skilled staff of over 900. Eastern State Hospital is part of the Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services ( DBHDS ) system, and is accredited by the Joint Commission.
ESH invites applicants for the position of DSA III - Arts and Crafts.
Reporting directly to the Therapy Supervisor, duties and responsibilities consist of the following: Providing activities/groups to meet the psychiatric and physical needs of our patients. Plan and implement activities/groups for the adult patient. Ensure that all patients receive the highest quality of care.
The position is considered essential personnel and would be required to work in the event of an emergency or facility need. All ESH positions are required to work different shifts and/or overtime as requested.
Day Shift: 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Minimum Qualifications
Ability to act in the capacity of essential personnel during emergency/crisis situation.
Ability to plan and implement goal oriented arts and crafts activities to meet the needs of the adult and geriatric, psychiatric patients.
Proof of competence in various arts and crafts media (for example, a portfolio or list of past projects, activities or mediums).
Ability to break down activities into smaller tasks to enhance success.
Ability to stimulate and sustain interest of individuals in activities.
Ability to document patient progress and attendance.
Ability to provide care to patients individually and in groups.
Must be able to rotate Weekend / Holiday activities.
Valid Driver's License.
Ability to operate a 15-passenger state van.
Preferred Qualifications
Special Requirements
Minorities, individuals with disabilities, veterans, and people with National Service experience are encouraged to apply. EEO /AA/ TTY . Reasonable accommodations are available to persons with disabilities.
Eastern State Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment opportunities are open to applicants without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, political affiliation, genetics or disability.
Applicants are responsible for ensuring that the application and supplemental materials thoroughly reflects their knowledge, skills, and abilities, as it relates to the advertised qualifications.
For consideration, a completed application must be received online by 11:59PM on the "Job Close Date"
Applicants who list "see resume" in lieu of completing the application may miss the opportunity for consideration.
Eastern State Hospital conducts a comprehensive and thorough background check on all employees.
Per Executive Directive, to address additional measures to protect our state employees and those we service, you are required to disclose your current vaccination status and you will be required to complete a Vaccination Status Form upon hire. Failing to disclose your vaccination status may disqualify you from a position with our facility.
Special Instructions to Applicants
Eastern State Hospital offers a competitive benefit package to include various health care plans, paid life insurance, Virginia Retirement System retirement plan, 12 paid holidays, annual, family personal and sick leave.
Eastern State Hospital is a tobacco-free facility.
HR. Website URL:
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