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Client Care Aide II, Full Time, Colorado Mental Health Institute in Pueblo

State of Colorado
United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 13 Jul 2026
💰 $65,064/yr($46,464/yr$65,064/yr)

About the role

Posting number: IIB 02175 07/13/26

Department: Colorado Department of Human Services

Division: OBH - CMHIP

Job classification: Client Care Aide II

Posting type: Open

Categories: Health Services, Mental Health, Public Health, Nursing, Health Care Support, Medical

Summary


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This position is open to current Colorado residents only


RECRUITMENT NOTE- While this announcement will be used to fill multiple Units, should an offer be extended to you, the hiring manager may make you a job offer within the same classification for a different unit within the hospital. These opportunities will be based on vacancies at the time of offer and  business needs.  All work locations evaluated will remain within CMHHIP.


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About Colorado Mental Health Hospital in Pueblo (CMHHIP)
As a cornerstone of the Pueblo community for over a century, Colorado Mental Health Hospital  in Pueblo (CMHHIP) is a leading employer, provider of quality mental health services, and a community partner. CMHHIP is a 24 hour behavioral health acute care facility that is intended to provide a safe, secure, and therapeutic setting for patients with both psychiatric and medical issues.  The services provided include evaluation and treatment for patients who are severely mentally ill, and the goal of this facility is to return patients to their optimal level of functioning and assist them in returning to the community as appropriate.


Examples of duties

This position exists to deliver nursing care and therapeutic interventions under the supervision of a registered nurse. The Client Care Aide II provides nursing care as assigned (i.e. activities of daily living, self-maintenance, and hygiene).  Participates in implementation of the treatment plan and utilizes the plan of care as the basis for the provision of care. 

Major responsibilities include patient observation and reporting, assisting with patient care as directed, and unit maintenance and security.   Provides security and accountability for client’s location and condition.  May assist licensed staff in patient transport on or off grounds and monitoring of general client activities on an on-going basis.  

Client Care Aides have a fixed schedule and provide essential care across various units. These units range from High Security to Low Security settings, with a diverse patient population including adolescents, adults, and geriatric patients experiencing psychiatric disorders, criminal involvement, or medical complexities. Staff may work in units featuring locked or unlocked doors, depending on the level of security required. Responsibilities include providing care to high-acuity patients in secure environments, such as high-security buildings with Sally Ports, or in lower-security community reintegration settings.

Duties include:
Clinical Skills
  • Is responsible to administer nursing care, both psychiatric and medical crisis interventions under the direction and supervision of an RN.  
  • Monitors the milieu for needed interventions. 
  • Utilizes therapeutic interventions to manage cris

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