Client Care Aide II - Colorado Mental Health Hospital in Fort Logan (South Denver).

State of Colorado - Denver, CO

Job Title: Client Care Aide II - Colorado Mental Health Hospital in Fort Logan (South Denver).

Position: Mental Health Technician

Job Type:

Pay: 4.00% short-staffing temporary pay differential from July 1st, 2025 - June 30th, 2026

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Location

Address:

City: Denver

State: CO

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Job Responsibilities

Assist with psychiatric and medical nursing care under supervision of a registered nurse.
Observe, report, and document patients’ behavior, physical condition, and reactions to medications.
Provide input into planning patient treatment plans.
Monitor and intervene to ensure a safe and therapeutic patient milieu.
Provide immediate crisis intervention when needed.
Engage with patients to establish and maintain a therapeutic relationship.
Support patients in accomplishing activities of daily living through monitoring and direct assistance.
Prepare patients by explaining actions and interventions before providing care.
Assist RN and MHC to complete precaution levels and accountability sheets.
Document observations, care provided, and patient responses as per hospital policy.
Maintain professional boundaries with patients and families.
Communicate with nurses and staff to provide updates on patient status.
Escort patients to appointments and transport within the community.
Support a safe and therapeutic treatment environment through effective Milieu Management.
Maintain cleanliness and safety of the work environment for patients.
Monitor, identify, and address safety violations in patient care areas.
Engage patients in unit activities and communicate any concerns to the registered nurse.
Assist with preparing and serving meals, observing for choke risk, and documenting intake and output.
Maintain and update skills, knowledge, and competencies through training and supervision.
Participate in team meetings and share learning with others.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Skills

Core Skills

Ability to provide direct patient care.
Compassionate communication skills.
Understanding of mental health issues.
Crisis intervention techniques.
Ability to monitor and interpret vital signs.

Preferred Skills

CNA License.
Experience working in a mental or behavioral health setting.
Experience assisting with Activities of Daily Living (ADL) care.

Requirements

Experience: One year experience in a mental health or inpatient hospital setting.

Education: High School Diploma or General Educational Diploma (GED).

License & Certification:

Current, valid certification as a Nurse Aide (CNA)
Current, valid licensure as a Practical Nurse (LPN)

Schedule:

Must be willing to work overtime as needed.
May work days, evenings, and nights.

COVID-19 Requirements: Tuberculosis Test and other required immunizations required upon hire.

Benefits

Strong, secure, yet flexible retirement benefits including a Defined Benefit Plan or Defined Contribution Plan.
Medical and dental health plans.
Employer supplemented Health Savings Account.
Paid life insurance.
Short- and long-term disability coverage.
11 paid holidays per year plus vacation and sick leave.
Employee Wellness program.
Work-life balance programs.

Supplemental Pay

Not specified

Special Notes

The State of Colorado is an equal opportunity employer.
CDHS is committed to increasing the diversity of staff and providing culturally responsive programs.