EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES
Eastern
Human Resource Department
4601 Ironbound Road
Williamsburg, VA 23188-2652
http://www.esh.dmhmrsas.virginia.gov
Applications are being
accepted for the positions listed below which have not passed the indicated
close date. Individuals who are
interested in these positions should make application through the Eastern State
Hospital Human Resource Department, Bldg. #1.
Details about qualifications and duties are available from Employment
Services. Applications should include
the unit and the position number of the position applied for.
Information
concerning vacant positions in other state agencies may be obtained from the
local office of the Virginia Employment Commission,
EASTERN
SHIFTS: D-Days E-Evenings N-Nights R-Rotation F-Flexible W-Wage Position
The job description for the positions listed below are available
from Employment Services. Please see
Celeste Harper, Bldg. #1, for assistance or call (757) 253-5411. Completed State application can be faxed to
(757) 253-4996 by 5:00 p.m. on close date.
E-mail: celeste.harper@esh.dmhmrsas.virginia.gov
Vacancy
List Effective July 2, 2008
THE DEPARTMENT OF MHMRSAS REQUIRES A CRIMINAL HISTORY CONVICTION BACKGROUND CHECK ON ALL APPLICANTS SELECTED FOR EMPLOYMENT; EFFECTIVE 7/1/96 THIS CHECK INCLUDES FINGERPRINTING. PLEASE READ CAREFULLY AND COMPLETE FULLY ITEM 11 - I ON THE STATE APPLICATION FORM FOR ANY POSITION.
APPLICANTS SELECTED FOR EMPLOYMENT IN
A SAFETY SENSITIVE POSITION
MUST COMPLETE A URINE DRUG SCREEN PRIOR TO BEGINNING
EMPLOYMENT.
A PRE-OFFER DRUG TEST IS NOT
REQUIRED FOR CURRENT EMPLOYEES WHO ARE IN SAFETY SENSITIVE POSITIONS.
FOR CLASSIFIED
POSITIONS WE OFFER THE FOLLOWING BENEFITS:
HEALTH INSURANCE, LIFE INSURANCE, RETIREMENT, ANNUAL AND SICK LEAVE,
HOLIDAYS, SHORT AND LONG TERM DISABILITY; IN ADDITION, WE OFFER FLEXIBLE AND
OPTIONAL BENEFITS; PRE-TAX STATUS FOR HEALTH INSURANCE PREMIUMS, DEPENDENT
CARE, MEDICAL REIMBURSEMENT, OPTIONAL LIFE INSURANCE, LONG TERM CARE.
EASTERN
FORENSICS MEDIUM SECURITY
REGISTERED NURSE II, Pay Band - 5, Salary $45,681 - $84,062, Shift-R, Deadline:
Continuous, (SAFETY SENSITIVE: PRE-OFFER
DRUG TEST REQUIRED)
REQUIRED: Graduate of an accredited school of professional nursing,
eligibility for or current licensure in the State of Virginia; progressive
recent nursing experience in leadership, supervision and management of nursing
personnel; demonstrated ability to evaluate both patient and staff performance;
will be asked to demonstrate a general knowledge of medication and its
administration.
PREFERRED: Progressive professional nursing experience (as
defined in Nursing SOP #280-E) with a minimum of a clinical rotation in a
psychiatric inpatient, acute medical/surgical or geriatric setting; knowledge
of biopsychosocial needs of patients; practical application of the
problem-solving approach in the assessment and development of patient care
plans.
LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE, Pay-Band – 3, Salary $31,200 - $49,255, Shift-R, Deadline: Continuous, (SAFETY SENSITIVE: PRE-OFFER DRUG TEST REQUIRED)
REQUIRED: Graduate of an accredited practical nursing program;
eligibility for or current licensure in the State of
PREFERRED: Previous practical nurse
experience with patients with psychiatric conditions. Demonstrated ability to provide supervision
and give directions.
DIRECT SERVICE ASSOCIATE II, #00624, Pay-Band – 2, Salary $21,362 - $41,214, Shift-R, Deadline: 07/18/08,
(SAFETY SENSITIVE: PRE-OFFER DRUG TEST
REQUIRED)
REQUIRED: High School graduate or GED; CNA (Certified Nursing
Assistant); ability to read, write and follow oral and written instructions;
good communication and interpersonal skills; be able to rotate shifts and work
overtime when necessary; capable of responding to stressful situations in an
appropriate manner; ability to lift up to fifty (50) pounds or 25% of body
weight.
PREFERRED: Special vocational training; demonstrated knowledge
and experience in leisure/recreational skills; previous experience as a mental
health worker.
REGISTERED NURSE II, Pay Band - 5, Salary $45,681 - $84,062, Shift-R, Deadline:
Continuous, (SAFETY SENSITIVE: PRE-OFFER
DRUG TEST REQUIRED)
REQUIRED: Graduate of an accredited
school of professional nursing, eligibility for or current licensure in the
State of Virginia; progressive recent nursing experience in leadership,
supervision and management of nursing personnel; demonstrated ability to
evaluate both patient and staff performance; will be asked to demonstrate a
general knowledge of medication and its administration.
PREFERRED: Progressive professional nursing experience (as
defined in Nursing SOP #280-E) with a minimum of a clinical rotation in a
psychiatric inpatient, acute medical/surgical or geriatric setting; knowledge
of biopsychosocial needs of patients; practical application of the
problem-solving approach in the assessment and development of patient care
plans.
REGISTERED NURSE I, Pay Band - 4, Salary $45,681 - $64,347, Shift-R, Deadline:
Continuous, (SAFETY SENSITIVE: PRE-OFFER
DRUG TEST REQUIRED)
REQUIRED: Graduate of an accredited school of professional nursing;
eligibility for or current licensure in the State of Virginia; knowledge of
biopsychosocial needs of patients; good clinical knowledge and skills; assess
and develop patient care plans; demonstrated ability to coordinate, delegate,
communicate and problem solve; ability to supervise and evaluate both patient
care and staff performance; will be asked to demonstrate a general knowledge of
medication and its administration.
PREFERRED: Previous professional
nursing experience with some in mental health inpatient, acute medical/surgical
or geriatric setting; experience in a leadership or management role.
LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE, Pay-Band – 3, Salary $31,200 - $49,255, Shift-R, Deadline: Continuous, (SAFETY SENSITIVE: PRE-OFFER DRUG TEST REQUIRED)
REQUIRED: Graduate of an accredited practical nursing program;
eligibility for or current licensure in the State of
PREFERRED: Previous practical nurse
experience with patients with psychiatric conditions. Demonstrated ability to provide supervision
and give directions.
DIRECT SERVICE ASSOCIATE II, #00797, Pay-Band – 2, Salary $21,362 - $41,214, Shift-R, Deadline: 07/18/08,
(SAFETY SENSITIVE: PRE-OFFER DRUG TEST
REQUIRED)
REQUIRED: High School graduate or GED; CNA (Certified Nursing
Assistant); ability to read, write and follow oral and written instructions;
good communication and interpersonal skills; be able to rotate shifts and work
overtime when necessary; capable of responding to stressful situations in an
appropriate manner; ability to lift up to fifty (50) pounds or 25% of body
weight.
PREFERRED: Special vocational training; demonstrated knowledge
and experience in leisure/recreational skills; previous experience as a mental
health worker.
ADMINISTRATAIVE OFFICE SPECIALIST II, #01482, Pay Band - 2, Salary $22,147 - $27,291, Shift-E/R, Deadline:
07/07/08
REQUIRED: Previous experience in telephone communications and
using multi-line (3 or more) systems; computer/typing experience; experience in
handling confidential information; good oral and written communication skills;
good penmanship; ability to work well with others; need to be flexible and able
to work all shifts.
PREFERRED: High School
graduate or GED; knowledge or willingness to learn medical terminology;
previous training and experience in medical records; previous experience with
medical transcription; police dispatching; experience in dealing with the
public and working in a hospital setting.
INTENSIVE TREATMENT
REGISTERED NURSE II, Pay Band - 5, Salary $43,924 - $80,829, Shift-R, Deadline:
Continuous, (SAFETY SENSITIVE: PRE-OFFER
DRUG TEST REQUIRED)
REQUIRED: Graduate of an accredited school of professional
nursing, eligibility for or current licensure in the State of Virginia;
progressive recent nursing experience in leadership, supervision and management
of nursing personnel; demonstrated ability to evaluate both patient and staff
performance; will be asked to demonstrate a general knowledge of medication and
its administration.
PREFERRED: Progressive
professional nursing experience (as defined in Nursing SOP #280-E) with a
minimum of a clinical rotation in a psychiatric inpatient, acute
medical/surgical or geriatric setting; knowledge of biopsychosocial needs of
patients; practical application of the problem-solving approach in the
assessment and development of patient care plans.
LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE, Pay-Band – 3, Salary $31,200 - $49,255, Shift-R, Deadline: Continuous, (SAFETY SENSITIVE: PRE-OFFER DRUG TEST REQUIRED)
REQUIRED: Graduate of an accredited practical nursing program;
eligibility for or current licensure in the State of
PREFERRED: Previous practical nurse
experience with patients with psychiatric conditions. Demonstrated ability to provide supervision
and give directions.
DIRECT SERVICE ASSOCIATE II, #00940, Pay-Band – 2, Salary $21,362 - $41,214, Shift-R, Deadline: 07/18/08,
(SAFETY SENSITIVE: PRE-OFFER DRUG TEST
REQUIRED)
REQUIRED: High School graduate or GED; CNA (Certified Nursing
Assistant); ability to read, write and follow oral and written instructions;
good communication and interpersonal skills; be able to rotate shifts and work
overtime when necessary; capable of responding to stressful situations in an
appropriate manner; ability to lift up to fifty (50) pounds or 25% of body
weight.
PREFERRED: Special vocational training; demonstrated knowledge
and experience in leisure/recreational skills; previous experience as a mental
health worker.
MEDICAL SERVICES
R.N. MANAGER I, (RNCB),
#00380, Pay Band - 5, Salary $56,297 - $84,062, Shift-N, Deadline: 07/18/08, (SAFETY SENSITIVE: PRE-OFFER DRUG TEST REQUIRED)
R.N. MANAGER I, (RNCB),
#01052, Pay Band - 5, Salary $56,297 - $84,062, Shift-E, Deadline: 07/18/08, (SAFETY SENSITIVE: PRE-OFFER DRUG TEST REQUIRED)
R.N. MANAGER I, (RNCB),
#01656, Pay Band - 5, Salary $56,297 - $84,062, Shift-D/R, Deadline: 07/18/08, (SAFETY SENSITIVE: PRE-OFFER DRUG TEST REQUIRED)
REQUIRED: Graduate of an accredited school of professional
nursing; eligibility for or current licensure in the State of Virginia;
experience working with the chronic mentally ill population; progressive
supervisory experience; good oral and written skills; experience with
multidisciplinary treatment team planning; skills in identifying staff learning
needs and ability to teach; will be asked to demonstrate a general knowledge of
medication and its administration.
PREFERRED: BSN; strong background in a
leadership or management role.
REGISTERED NURSE II, Pay Band - 5, Salary $45,681 - $84,062, Shift-R, Deadline: Continuous, (SAFETY SENSITIVE: PRE-OFFER DRUG TEST REQUIRED)
REQUIRED: Graduate of an accredited school of professional
nursing; eligibility for or current licensure in the State of Virginia;
progressive recent nursing experience in leadership, supervision and management
of nursing personnel; demonstrated ability to evaluate both patient care and
staff performance; will be asked to demonstrate a general knowledge of
medication and its administration.
PREFERRED: Progressive professional nursing experience (as
defined in Nursing SOP #280-E) with a minimum
of a clinical rotation in a
psychiatric inpatient, acute medical/surgical or geriatric setting; knowledge
of biopsychosocial needs of patients; practical application of the
problem-solving approach in the assessment and development of patient care
plans.
LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE, Pay-Band – 3, Salary $31,200 - $49,255, Shift-R, Deadline: Continuous, (SAFETY SENSITIVE: PRE-OFFER DRUG TEST REQUIRED)
REQUIRED: Graduate of an accredited practical nursing program;
eligibility for or current licensure in the State of
PREFERRED: Previous practical nurse
experience with patients with psychiatric conditions. Demonstrated ability to provide supervision
and give directions.
EMT/DIRECT SERVICE ASSOCIATE II, #01016, Pay-Band – 2, Salary $21,362 - $41,214, Shift-R, Deadline: 07/18/08,
(SAFETY SENSITIVE: PRE-OFFER DRUG TEST
REQUIRED)
REQUIRED: High School graduate or GED; CNA (Certified Nursing
Assistant); current certification and experience as EMT (basic or Higher); ability
to serve as BLS ambulance attendant; ability to work independently and apply emergency
medical protocols and techniques; ability to read and hear, understand and interpret,
apply and relay medical information and instructions; ability to create clear and
concise records or medial observation and procedures.
PREFERRED: Previous experience as Nursing Assistant; experience
working with psychiatric or geriatric patients; emergency vehicle operator’s (:EVOC”) training; ability to operate ambulance radio.
PSYCHOSOCIAL REHABILITATION
REGISTERED NURSE II, Pay Band - 5, Salary $45,681 - $84,062, Shift-R, Deadline: Continuous, (SAFETY SENSITIVE: PRE-OFFER DRUG TEST REQUIRED)
REQUIRED: Graduate of an accredited
school of professional nursing; eligibility for or current licensure in the
State of Virginia; progressive recent nursing experience in leadership,
supervision and management of nursing personnel; demonstrated ability to
evaluate both patient care and staff performance; will be asked to demonstrate
a general knowledge of medication and its administration.
PREFERRED: Progressive professional nursing experience (as
defined in Nursing SOP #280-E) with a minimum of a clinical rotation in a
psychiatric inpatient, acute medical/surgical or geriatric setting; knowledge
of biopsychosocial needs of patients; practical application of the
problem-solving approach in the assessment and development of patient care
plans.
LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE, Pay-Band – 3, Salary $31,200 - $49,255, Shift-R, Deadline: Continuous, (SAFETY SENSITIVE: PRE-OFFER DRUG TEST REQUIRED)
REQUIRED: Graduate of an accredited practical nursing program;
eligibility for or current licensure in the State of
PREFERRED: Previous practical nurse experience
with patients with psychiatric conditions.
Demonstrated ability to provide supervision and give directions.
DIRECT SERVICE ASSOCIATE II, #00212, Pay Band - 2, Salary
$21,362 - $41,214, Shift-R, Deadline: 07/18/08, (SAFETY SENSITIVE: PRE-OFFER DRUG TEST REQUIRED)
REQUIRED: High School graduate or
GED; CNA (Certified Nursing Assistant); ability to read, write and follow oral
and written instructions; good communication and interpersonal skills; be able
to rotate shifts and work overtime when necessary; capable of responding to
stressful situations in an appropriate manner; ability to lift up to fifty (50)
pounds or 25% of body weight.
PREFERRED: Special
vocational training; demonstrated knowledge and experience in
leisure/recreational skills; previous experience as a mental health worker.
and evaluate radiographs for
technical quality; skill in operation of all equipment needed to perform and
report diagnostic procedures.
REHABILITATION SERVICES
THERAPIST III/OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST, #01204, Pay Band -5, Salary up to $80,829, Shift-D, Deadline: OPEN
UNTIL FILLED, (SAFETY SENSITIVE:
PRE-OFFER DRUG TEST REQUIRED)
REQUIRED: Graduate from a college or university with major
studies in Occupational Therapy accompanied by experience that would meet the
requirements for certification. Ability to plan, implement goal oriented OT
treatment appropriate to the needs of adult/geriatric patients; attend and
actively participate in scheduled patient related conferences; demonstrate good
oral and written skills for communicating patient progress; ability to
integrate conferences; demonstrate good oral and written skills for
communicating patient progress; ability to integrate knowledge, skills,
abilities and OT principles to practice; ability to complete age-specific
assessments and evaluations.
PREFERRED: Experience working with
psychiatric patients in a clinical setting in OT programming.
PHYSICAL THERAPIST II, #01215, Pay Band -4, Commensurate with experience, Shift-D/20 hours
up to 40 hours/week, Deadline: OPEN UNTIL FILLED, (SAFETY SENSITIVE: PRE-OFFER DRUG TEST REQUIRED)
REQUIRED: Bachelor’s degree with a
major in Physical Therapy; current
PREFERRED: Experience
with psychiatric and geriatric patients; experience in mental health hospital.