Job Description

Are you a skilled cosmetologist ready to make a significant impact? We're seeking a dedicated professional to provide comprehensive hair care services and run our beauty shop, contributing to the well-being and positive environment for all patients at the Utah State Hospital. If you're passionate about patient care, staying updated on trends, and maintaining a safe and enjoyable space, we invite you to apply!
Minimum Requirements:

• holds licensure as a Cosmetologist/Barber in the State of Utah.

Preferred Qualifications:

• well organized.
• willing to try new ways of accomplishing tasks.
• reliable.
• tactful.

Responsibilities:
Patient Hair care Duties

• Responsible for hair care for all patients in the USH including haircuts, colors, perms, weaves, frosts, etc.
• Clean and maintain instruments and equipment. Disinfect and sterilize combs, brushes, beauty shop.
• Keep educated on trends for hair styles, perms, colors etc. Take online or in person coursed to keep these up to date.
• Teach patients about personal hygiene and haircare. Help prepare patients who are discharging to be responsible for their hygiene and haircare.
• Keep instruments and supplies safe and locked away from patients.
• Ensure proper training for working with patients who may not sit still, become agitated etc.
• Schedule patients for the beauty shop as well as schedule appointments on the units for those patients who aren't allowed to leave the unit.
• Provide haircuts and other services on the units as needed/requested.
• Communicate well with patients and staff.
• Administer satisfaction surveys for patients and discuss outcome of services with patients.
• Develop and update infection control standards with infection control nurse on an annual basis.
• Schedule/perform an electrical equipment safety inspection on an annual basis.

Beauty Shop Duties:

• Maintain a safe, clean and enjoyable environment for the patients.
• Order equipment and supplies as needed.
• Manage the beauty shop budget.
• Keep accurate records of services performed.
• Keep the beauty shop decorated and neat.

Additional Duties:

• Serve on the Utah State Hospital CERT team, actively engage in drills and attend meetings/training.
• Serve on the Utah State Hospital employee activities committee.
• Assist with the Forgotten Patient Christmas Project.
• Cover lunch time shifts as switchboard operator, maintain training at switchboard.
• Keep training up to date such as CPR, SIT, etc.
• Assist with volunteers services, activities, and other duties as assigned.

Why You Should Join Our Team This is more than just a cosmetology job; it is an opportunity to apply your specialized skills in a mission-driven environment. You will be a valued member of a team dedicated to supporting one of Utah's most important healthcare institutions. In addition to a competitive salary, the State of Utah provides a comprehensive benefits package to support you and your family.

• Health Insurance: Multiple medical plan options, including a High Deductible Health Plan with an associated Health Savings Account. Opt-out cash benefit available.
• Dental & Vision: Multiple dental and vision plan options available.
• Paid Leave: Accrue 4 hours of annual leave and 4 hours of sick leave per pay period, with accrual rates increasing with state longevity. 12 paid holidays per year.
• Retirement: A generous 10% employer contribution to your Utah Retirement Systems (URS) account (Tier II). Options include a Pension/401(k) Hybrid Plan or a Defined Contribution Plan.

To review the full benefits summary and access a Total Compensation Calculator, please visit the main state benefits page .
Additional Benefits:
Access to a UTA Pass.
Beautiful campus near the Wasatch mountains.
Cafeteria on site with meals, snacks and drinks available for purchase.
Access to comfort rooms while on campus, and as well as other mental wellness benefits.
Access to the Utah State Hospital Disc Golf Course
The Agency
Utah State Hospital provides a safe and healing environment in which all people are treated with dignity and respect. It is our purpose to assist patients to reach their potential, through individualized treatment, with a high value being placed on meeting the needs of each patient in a humanistic, caring and professional manner. You can find more information about the Utah State Hospital
Supplemental Information

• Risks found in the typical office setting, which is adequately lighted, heated and ventilated, e.g., safe use of office equipment, avoiding trips and falls, observing fire regulations, etc.
• Division of Human Resource Management rules and Department of Health and Human Services policies regarding promotions and transfers apply to current employees.
• The work requires physical exertion. May require the ability to stand; walk over rough surfaces; bend, crouch, stoop, stretch, reach, lift moderately heavy items (up to 50 lbs.) in a recurring manner and/or for long periods of time.
• The Utah State Hospital is a smoke free environment. No tobacco use or E-cigarettes are allowed on campus.
• Only applicants that meet minimum qualifications will be contacted.

Benefits:
The State of Utah offers eligible employees a variety of benefits including medical, dental, life and disability insurance, as well as a comprehensive leave program. Please click the following link for a detailed information page: . To access a Total Compensation Calculator in Excel format click .
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