Resident Treatment Worker

Resident Treatment Worker

The Iowa Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), Division of State-Operated Specialty Care, Bureau of Independence Mental Health Institute (IMHI) is seeking a Resident Treatment Worker (RTW) to join our team! This is a full-time position with opportunity for advancement, growth, and development. In addition to the base pay, there is an available shift differential of $0.90 per hour for the second shift and $1.00 per hour for the third shift.

The RTW provides direct care to patients as prescribed by the Individual Treatment Plan. This position routinely escorts patients to activities off the ward as needed for meals, medical appointments, recreation, and other activities within the institution. Specialized duties and other responsibilities covering a variety of practical tasks essential for the operation of the unit to maintain an efficient, clean, and safe environment for patients and staff may be assigned as well. RTWs perform essential safety functions including, but not limited to, being present on and observing patient wards, monitoring the tone of each area to assist in maintaining a calm and therapeutic environment, identifying potential situations that need to be addressed, utilizing de-escalation techniques as needed, responding to and participating in emergency codes, and conducting observation and / or security checks. This position is a role model for patients the successful candidate should also exhibit good skills in language, behavior, attitude, and personal interactions.

Applicants will be required to complete a background check to be considered for this position.

IMHI provides inpatient treatment and acute psychiatric services. If you enjoy helping people with adult, children and family services, mental health treatment, disabilities services, and long-term care, this is a wonderful opportunity to consider.

Working for the State of Iowa comes with its perks. In addition to a competitive salary, you'll enjoy a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your well-being and professional growth.

• Health, Dental, and Vision Coverage : Health and dental insurance packages to keep you and your family healthy at a low cost with outstanding coverage!
• Paid Time Off : Take time to recharge with paid time off, including vacation (96 hours / year to begin, increasing with years of service), sick leave (144 hours / year), and paid holidays (9 days / year).
• Retirement Plans : Participate in retirement plans such as IPERS (employees contribute 6.29% and the state of Iowa contributes 9.44%) as well as our Retirement Investors Club (RIC), Employer Sponsored Retirement Plan (the state of Iowa matches dollar for dollar up to $75 / month).
• Flexible Spending Accounts : Take advantage of flexible spending accounts for medical and dependent care expenses.
• Insurance Coverage : Benefit from life insurance and free long-term disability insurance for added peace of mind.
• Employee Assistance Program : Access resources and support through our Employee Assistance Program for personal and professional challenges.
• Employee Discount Programs : Enjoy discounts on a variety of goods and services through our employee discount programs.

Independence Highlights

IMHI is in Independence, Iowa, a city of approximately 6,000, located in scenic Northeast Iowa. The Wapsipinicon River flows through town offering many recreational opportunities from canoeing to fishing. Independence is a progressive community sporting a newer public library, trails, and Cedar Rock state park which includes a Frank Lloyd Wright home.

Independence is 30 minutes from Waterloo / Cedar Falls home of the UNI Panthers, 45 minutes from Cedar Rapids and 1 hour from Iowa City, home of the Iowa Hawkeyes.

The State of Iowa is an EEO / AA Employer

HHS values those with "lived experience" and encourages adults who were fostered as youth, foster parents, and / or parents who were in the HHS system to apply. Minorities, women, persons with disabilities and veterans are encouraged to apply (Hearing and Speech Impaired Relay Iowa 1-800-735-2942 TDD).