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Health Care Worker (Part Time) - ColumbusJoin Team Georgia and impact lives everyday while receiving a robust benefits package designed for every stage of your career!Agency: Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental DisabilitiesShift: Any (United States of America)Compensation Details: $20.00 - $22.00 PER HOURS BASED ON EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATIONJob Description:This is hourly paid work performing health care assistance services. Positions in this job are established for less than 9 months or are scheduled for less than 30 hours per week and are not eligible for benefits if the position status is temporary (i.e., SCOA 513). Positions in this job are established for greater than 9 months and scheduled for greater than 30 hours per week if the position status is permanent labor (i.e., SCOA 512). Normally permanent labor positions are eligible for Health Insurance benefits.Job Responsibilities:Answers clients' call signalsAssists in administration of medications and treatments, takes vital signs, and/or draws blood or collects other bodily fluids, as directed by a physician or nurseBathes, grooms, shaves and dresses clientsConducts activities for recreation and socializationEnsures safety and security of clientsFeeds clients who are unable to feed themselvesObserves and documents patient data, behavior and activityProvides client care by supplying and emptying bedpans, applying dressings and supervising exercise routinesProvides clients with help walking, exercising, and moving in and out of bedProvides subprofessional occupational and/or physical therapy services to physically and/or developmentally disabled patientsTransports and/or accompanies clients to treatment units, using a wheelchair or stretcherTurns and re-positions bedridden clients, alone or with assistance, to prevent bedsoreEmployment Requirements To ensure the safety and wellbeing of our employees, individuals and communities we serve, certain positions within DBHDD may require evaluations, vaccinations, professional licensure and certifications. Licenses must be current and enable providers to practice within the State of Georgia.The following are a listing of evaluations and vaccinations that may be required for employees, including those not involved with direct care:Drug ScreeningTB EvaluationAnnual Influenza**Limited exemptions may be made for documented medical contraindications or religious beliefs that object to vaccinations.Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information on application status by phone or e-mail. All qualified applicants will be considered but may not necessarily receive an interview. Selected applicants will be contacted by the hiring agency for next steps in the selection process.This position is subject to close at any time once a satisfactory applicant pool has been identified.FOR THIS TYPE OF EMPLOYMENT, STATE LAW REQUIRES A NATIONAL AND STATE BACKGROUND CHECK AS A CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT.Minimum Qualifications:Equal Employment Opportunity EmployerThe State of Georgia does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or other protected categories in employment or the provision of services. Qualified applicants may request reasonable accommodation when needed during the application and/or screening process by contacting the appropriate agency Human Resources department.
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columbus, GA, 31901, US
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