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Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities, Department of

SS: Health Aide (WL)

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What they do

A Mental Health Assistant provides basic care and assistance with daily activities to patients with mental illnesses or cognitive disabilities. Helps patients dress and eat, monitors patients' well-being, and restrains patients if they become physically violent. Works in hospitals or mental health care facilities.

$36,127 / year median in Georgia

+8% projected growth

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Job Description

Explore a World of Opportunity with the State of Georgia! We are the force that drives Georgia! Georgia State Government is a large enterprise, composed of various agencies and entities with a common goal to improve the lives of Georgia's more than 10 million citizens! Join Team Georgia and impact lives everyday while receiving a robust benefits package designed for every stage of your career!
Job Title:
SS:
Health Aide (WL)
Agency:
Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities Job Requisition ID:
JR0000002048
Shift:
Evening (United States of America)
Compensation Details:
Job Description:
Under direct supervision, learns to provide basic patient care and works with patients/clients to develop daily living skills. May take vital signs.
Minimum Qualifications:
High school diploma or GED. Equal Employment Opportunity Employer The 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. Georgia State Government is a large enterprise, composed of various entities with a common goal to improve the lives of Georgia's 10 million citizens. With nearly 62,000 employees, we are one of the single largest employer in the state. Public service opportunities stretch across the state as employees live and work in all 159 counties. From traditional fields such as accounting, nursing, and engineering to unique fields like forestry and natural resources management, Georgia state government provides a world of opportunity.