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Southwestern Virginia Mental Health Institute 

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Hourly Job Opportunities 

SOUTHWESTERN VIRGINIA MENTAL HEALTH INSTITUTE in Marion, Va. is seeking to recruit the following hourly  (P-14) positions.   Fringe benefits are not provided for these positions, and all positions remain open until filled unless otherwise noted.

Registered Nurse Clinician A (2nd and 3rd shifts available!)

Direct Service Associates (2nd and 3rd shifts available!)

Licensed Practical Nurse

Staff Psychiatrist (Monday through Friday, 8:15 - 5:00)

Registered Nurse


Visit our new Recruitment Management System (RMS) to complete your state application and submit electronically.  Once on RMS, click Search Postings and then click on Agency – Southwestern Virginia Mental Health Institute (705).   All applicants must apply on line with RMS --     E-mail, fax, and paper applications will not be considered.   Please direct all questions and requests  for any assistance you may need completing the application to Human Resources, SWVMHI, 340 Bagley Circle, Marion, VA  24354 Phone # 276-783-1204 or  Fax# 276-783-0844.     

Effective 7-1-1996, the Department of Mental Health and Mental Retardation Services requires a criminal history conviction background check on all applicants selected for employment, including fingerprinting.  Additionally, applicants selected for employment in a safety-sensitive position must complete a urine drug screen prior to beginning employment.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

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DIRECT SERVICE ASSOCIATES

Position No. WE034

Positions open on 2nd and 3rd shifts, weekends and holidays, working with patients who suffer from serious mental illness and/or substance abuse.  CNA required.  six-weeks of orientation and preceptorship provided.  High School Diploma or GED.

Starting Rate:  $9.28/hour

We offer flexible scheduling with hours available on 8 or 12 hour shifts. Weekend work is desired. The following physical requirements are necessary for all positions: manual dexterity to position patients, repetitious walking, standing, bending and lifting. 

Visit our new Recruitment Management System (RMS) to complete your state application and submit electronically.  Once on RMS, click Search Postings and then click on Agency – Southwestern Virginia Mental Health Institute (705) -- leave all other search criteria blank.

For additional information about a career in psychiatric nursing,  please click here.  

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STAFF PSYCHIATRIST

Position No. WE130

Currently recruiting a psychiatrist to work part time within a Monday to Friday, 8:15 - 5:00 p.m. work schedule, with the option to work some evenings and weekends.  This position is needed to provide coverage for full-time staff in their absence.  The position requires a comprehensive knowledge of current developments and techniques in the diagnosis and treatment of medical and mental illnesses.  Will possess the ability to provide leadership, to communicate with, and work collaboratively with individuals of other disciplines in the organization, and provision of patient care.  Geriatric training and/or board certification in Psychiatry a plus.  We offer a physician-friendly work atmosphere and a competitive hourly rate.  This scenic area provides the setting for a quality life style with safe neighborhoods, good schools, and an abundance of recreational opportunities -- all within a short drive of a major metro area!

Posting will remain open until filled

Visit our new Recruitment Management System (RMS) to complete your state application and submit electronically.  Once on RMS, click Search Postings and then click on Agency – Southwestern Virginia Mental Health Institute (705) -- leave all other search criteria blank.

Final candidates will also need to complete credentialing requirements.

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REGISTERED NURSE

Position No. WE083

Six-weeks of Psychiatric Nursing Orientation and Preceptorship are provided. Graduation from an accredited nursing program and eligibility for or current licensure in the state of Virginia. Working knowledge of the principles and practices of professional nursing. Working skill in the application of professional nursing. Working skill in the application of professional nursing techniques. The following physical requirements are necessary: Manual dexterity to position patients, repetitious walking, standing, bending and lifting. 

Posting will remain open until filled

Minimum rate:  $17.32 per hour

Visit our new Recruitment Management System (RMS) to complete your state application and submit electronically.  Once on RMS, click Search Postings and then click on Agency – Southwestern Virginia Mental Health Institute (705) -- leave all other search criteria blank.

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Rehabilitation Specialist 

Position No. WE103

Work hours are from 5:30 p.m. ? 8:30 p.m. M-F and 1 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. on Saturday. 

Job Duties/Qualifications:  Prefer prior experience working with special populations providing leisure activities. Direct care services provided to patients by Centralized Rehabilitation staff using Psychiatric Rehabilitation/Role Recovery methods. Teamwork. Use of creativity in providing services to patients. Hospital wide activities

Education:  Graduation from high school with combination of training and experience.  Prefer graduation from a college or university with a major in Arts, Music, Recreation or a related field, or graduation from high school with combination of training and experience. Previous experience providing therapeutic activity, social or leisure services to a special population (adults or adolescents diagnosed with severe or persistent mental illness, developmental delay, substance abuse). Experience in planning and implementing Rehabilitation sessions.

Minimum Starting Salary:  $11.54/hr

Posting will remain open until filled

Visit our new Recruitment Management System (RMS) to complete your state application and submit electronically.  Once on RMS, click Search Postings and then click on Agency – Southwestern Virginia Mental Health Institute (705) -- leave all other search criteria blank.

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Licensed Practical Nurse 

Position No. WE132

Job Duties/Qualifications:  Graduation from an accredited school of Practical Nursing and eligible for or current licensure in Virginia. Experience in providing practical nursing care. Psychiatric nursing experience preferred. Working knowledge of the principles and practices of practical nursing. Demonstrated ability to lead subordinate staff. The following physical requirements are necessary: Manual dexterity to position patients, repetitious walking, standing, bending and lifting.  

Education:  Graduation from an accredited school of Practical Nursing and eligible for or current licensure in Virginia.  Experience in providing practical nursing care. Psychiatric nursing experience preferred. Working knowledge of the principles and practices of practical nursing. Demonstrated ability to lead subordinate staff.

Minimum Starting Salary:  Negotiable 

Posting will remain open until filled

Visit our new Recruitment Management System (RMS) to complete your state application and submit electronically.  Once on RMS, click Search Postings and then click on Agency – Southwestern Virginia Mental Health Institute (705) -- leave all other search criteria blank.

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REGISTERED NURSE CLINICIAN A

Position No. WE020

Six-weeks of Psychiatric Nursing Orientation and Preceptorship are provided. Graduation from an accredited nursing program and eligibility for or current licensure in the state of Virginia. Working knowledge of the principles and practices of professional nursing. Working skill in the application of professional nursing. Working skill in the application of professional nursing techniques. The following physical requirements are necessary: Manual dexterity to position patients, repetitious walking, standing, bending and lifting. 

Positions available on second and third shifts.

Posting will remain open until filled

Visit our new Recruitment Management System (RMS) to complete your state application and submit electronically.  Once on RMS, click Search Postings and then click on Agency – Southwestern Virginia Mental Health Institute (705) -- leave all other search criteria blank.

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