Posting Details The New Mexico Behavioral Health Institute provides care to New Mexicans across six different divisions including hospital level inpatient psychiatric care for both civil and forensic commitments, residential treatment for adolescents, outpatient care for people with behavioral health disorders, detox and residential substance use treatment, and skilled/long-term care. As the largest behavioral health complex in the state, inpatient/residential care is provided to over 250 New Mexicans every day, along with 400 outpatient clients a month. There are over 600 employees across all the divisions of NMBHI to ensure high-quality treatment and care is delivered. This posting will be used for ongoing recruitment and may close at any time. Applicant lists may be screened more than once. Why does the job exist? To provide direct patient care as a Restorative Therapy Aide in the Long Term Care Division. Primary duties include assistance of residents with feeding, ambulation, grooming, dressing, and passive/active range of motion to improve their quality of life and maintain their optimal level of functioning. How does it get done? The Restorative aide works under the clinical direction of the physical therapist or Restorative Nurse to assist patients practicing exercises or functional activities. The physical therapy aide organizes, maintains and disinfects therapy equipment after treatment, prepares treatment areas, such as setting up therapy equipment. The physical therapy aide transports patients to and from the therapy clinic and complies with all treatments for assigned residents and notifies the supervisor of any changes that are noted. The restorative aide maintains direct communication with OPRS and all disciplines to improve resident satisfaction. The restorative aide will inventory adaptive equipment and order equipment as needed and as directed by the Director of Nursing. Who are the customers? This job provides support for all residents in Long Term Care Ideal Candidate This job provides support for all residents in Long Term Care Minimum Qualification High School Diploma or equivalent. Employment Requirements Must possess and maintain a valid NM Drivers License. Must obtain a Defensive Driving Certificate. 1.

SAFETY SENSITIVE

POSITIONS--This position ls designated as safely sensitive. Employment Is subject to pre-employment and random testing. In accordance with all terms and conditions of federal and state law, rules, and regulations in relation to alcohol and/or drug testing. Employment ls subject to nationwide criminal background checks and is conditional pending results. 2.

CRIMINAL RECORDS BACKGROUND

CHECK-Must successfully complete post offer pre-employment criminal records background check. Employment is conditional pending the results of criminal records background checks. Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license. Successful completion of the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA). Working Conditions Office like setting with some time spent interacting with the residents and providing therapy support activities. May be exposed to residents with dementia or other psychiatric diagnoses that may lead to unpredictable behavior. Supplemental Information Do you know what Total Compensation is? Click here

Agency Contact Information:

Diana Arguello (505)454-2159

Email Agency Contact Information:

Kaylene Maldonado (505)454-2371 Email For information on Statutory Requirements for this position, click the Classification Description link on the job advertisement. Bargaining Unit Position This position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement and all terms/conditions of that agreement apply and must be adhered to.