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The Montana Department of Public Health and Human Services (DPHHS) has a career opportunity as a Restorative Aide at Montana State Hospital. The Restorative Aide provides support and assistance to help enhance patient mobility and activities of daily living. This position helps patients with non-skilled exercise plans and activities designed to restore or maintain the function of long-term care residents who the Occupational Therapist, Physical Therapist and/or Treatment Team has identified for restorative services.* * * *Why Join DPHHS Our mission at DPHHS is to serve Montanans in their communities to improve and protect the health, safety, and well-being, and to empower independence. By joining our department, you will have the opportunity to perform meaningful work in public service to our state and its residents. TheState of Montana's comprehensive benefits package includes healthcare coverage, retirement plans, paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays, work/life balance, and eligibility to participate in the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program. In addition, DPHHS is the largest state agency with a wide range of advancement opportunities whether you are joining the workforce or have several years of experience. Qualifications for this Career Opportunity: * * * Knowledge of practices and methods for providing care. * Knowledge of mental health diagnoses as well as developmental, intellectual, and physical disabilities. * Working knowledge of patient transfer techniques and safe mobilization. * Knowledge of rehabilitation therapy with emphasis on occupational therapy. * Ability to work with patients requiring different levels of assistance. * Ability to follow oral and written instructions. * Ability to maintain attention to detail and thoroughly complete work tasks. * Meet the following minimum qualifications: o High School diploma or equivalent. o 1 year experience in psychiatric patient care or in providing guidance/training to clients with developmental, mental, or physical disabilities. o Must have completed probationary period (internal candidates). o Experience working with geriatric patients preferred. * * How to Apply To be considered for a DPHHS position, submit the following required documents with your application on the State of Montana Careers website. When submitting the required documents, you must check the "relevant document" box to ensure your attachments are uploaded correctly to your application for this position. * References Successful applicants will be subject to background checks relevant to the position and must pass reference checks before an offer will be extended. DPHHS is an equal opportunity employer. Women, minorities, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply. For a copy of the full job description or if you need a reasonable accommodation in the application or hiring process, contact DPHHS Human Resources listed below. * *Additional Information This position may be eligible for a statutory $1.50 an hour base pay increase effective July 1, 2024. This position is open until filled with frequent screening of applicants. Title: Restorative Aide Location: Warm Springs Requisition ID: 24140816

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