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State of Colorado Health Care Technician III- Grand Junction Regional Center in Grand Junction, Colorado
Health Care Technician III- Grand Junction Regional Center
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Health Care Technician III- Grand Junction Regional Center
Salary
$21.05 - $29.48 Hourly
Location
Grand Junction, CO
Job Type
Full Time
Job Number
IJB 00485 4/24/24
Department
Colorado Department of Human Services
Division
OAADS - Grand Junction Regional Center
Opening Date
04/24/2024
Closing Date
5/5/2024 11:59 PM Mountain
FLSA
Determined by Position
Primary Physical Work Address
3199 D Road Building A Grand Junction, CO 81504
FLSA Status
Non-Exempt; position is eligible for overtime compensation.
Department Contact Information
jazzma.gamboa@state.co.us
Type of Announcement
The primary duties of this position are located within 30 miles of the state border; therefore, this position is exempt from the residency requirements. Applications will be considered from residents and non-residents of Colorado.
How To Apply
Please submit an online application for this position at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/colorado. Reach out to the Department Contact to apply using a paper application, including any supplemental questions. Failure to submit a complete and timely application may result in the rejection of your application. Applicants are responsible for ensuring that application materials are received by the appropriate Human Resources office before the closing date and time listed.
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Department Information
Please note: This recruitment may be used to fill multiple vacancies
This position will receive a short-staffing temporary pay differential of 3.17% from July 1st 2023 - June 30th 2024.
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About Grand Junction Regional Center:
Grand Junction Regional Center (GJRC) exists to provide person-centered quality healthcare, activities of daily living, and an active learning atmosphere in a safe and healthy environment for intellectually and developmentally disabled (IDD) individuals and individuals who may have behavioral health needs in addition to IDD. This work unit provides 24-hour treatment services that comply with State and Federal regulations.
Description of Job
About the Position:
The Health Care Technician III position supervises up to 10 health care technicians assigned to residential sites through direct and delegated authority. As the supervisor and role model, this position monitors and provides hands-on care and/or instruction in daily living activities for persons receiving services to ensure safety and personal outcomes are met as determined by their Individual Plans. This position acts as a liaison between external providers, direct care staff, managers, and therapists, ensuring that personal outcomes are achieved for people receiving services through the supervision of health care technicians, management of resources, management of resident records, and operation of the residential site. In addition, this position identifies emerging issues and works towards resolution utilizing resources within their scope of authority. Health Care Technician III monitors and implements individualized supports and services for people including behavior, social, recreation, work and specialized therapies in residential, day program areas and community settings, responding to behavioral challenges with implementation of specific behavior intervention programs (including Safety Control or Emergency Control). This position plans for audits and allocates resources to meet annual and daily needs of the residential site. Identifies, evaluates and ensures compliance to Agency Policy, Procedure and Regulatory requirements This position may be required to work other locations and/or shifts as needed to address agency resource needs. Duties in this postion include:Work Lead:
provides hands-on care and/or instruction in daily living activities for persons receiving services, such as bathing, eating, and personal hygiene
ensure safety and personal outcomes are met as determined by their Individual Plans
provide direction and oversee up to 14 staff while being responsible for the delivery of services for a living area, for up to 12 people
may be required to work other locations and/or shifts as needed to address agency resource needs
Program Implementation:
monitor and implement individualized supports and services for people. These programs include behavior, social, recreation, work, and specialized therapies in residential, day program areas, and community settings
respond to behavioral challenges as needed with the implementation of specific Behavior intervention programs (including Safety Control or Emergency Control)
must be annually certified for the skilled implementation of Safety Care
interventions are to be from the least invasive and restrictive and only progressing should safety to a person or peers be imminent
assists in identifying, in-service, and evaluating staff on training needs for achieving outcomes
Training:
ensures compliance with schedules and training requirements and refers staff competency issues to the supervisor
provides input for work performance for employee evaluation(s)
act as a liaison between direct care staff and supervisor/ therapies
may assume “acting supervisor” duties should the location be without a Technician IV for short or extended periods
Environment:
refine the physical condition of the living site by addressing safety concerns, making purchases, decorating living area and performing housekeeping duties, this includes assisting individuals with decorating their personal space
completes the quarterly Environmental Checks, and routinely supports and completes ASSIST observations
Staff Training:
participates in agency work groups, and committees and attends assigned meetings and in-services as scheduled
annual recertification is required for “CORE” skills including CPR, suctioning, transfers and lift use, wheelchair securement, CAIT, and VDI
additional mandatory training is presented through Continuing Education on an annual basis
Administrative & Other Duties as Assigned:
collects, completes, monitors, evaluates, and delegates administrative forms, reports and client records to achieve personal outcomes for persons served and ongoing licensure and certification
assist and monitor area budget
completes these duties using prescribed electronic and hard copy procedures; utilizing computers and other supporting tools as needed to complete the duties
corresponds to internal staff shortages through job posting adjustments, contact the Pool, or coordinates with other work sites
other duties as assigned
Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights
A high school diploma or GED
AND
Two (2) years of experience providing direct care services to developmentally disabled individuals and/or dually diagnosed individuals
Substitutions:
Additional appropriate education will substitute for the required experience on a year-for-year basis. If you are going to substitute education for the experience requirement, you must attach transcripts to your application.
Employment history is calculated on a full-time basis (40/hrs per week). Part-time employment is calculated on a pro-rated basis to determine qualifications. Be sure your application specifically addresses your qualifications, experience, work products, and accomplishments as they relate to the position and minimum requirements.
Preferred Qualifications:
Ability to maintain required licensure/credentials (i.e. LPT or QMAP).
Dependable, adaptable, and responsible
possess a current and valid LPT license in good standing
Conditions of Employment:
Must have valid unrestricted Colorado Driver License
A pre-employment criminal background check will be conducted as part of the selection process as this position is deemed to have direct contact with vulnerable persons. Felony convictions, conviction of crimes of moral turpitude, or convictions of misdemeanors related to job duties may disqualify you from being considered for this position. Should your background check reveal any charges or convictions, it is your responsibility to provide the CDHS Background Unit with an official disposition of any charges.
A Tuberculosis Test (TB) will be required upon hire
Required to work on-going, rotating shifts via availability by phone and/or in person.
Former employees of the Colorado Department of Human Services (CDHS) who were disciplinary terminated or resigned in lieu of termination must disclose the information on your application and may not be eligible for employment at CDHS.
Travel for off site training, to and from homes, and programming
APPEAL RIGHTS:
If you receive notice that you have been eliminated from consideration for this position, you may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board or request a review by the State Personnel Director.
An appeal or review must be submitted on the official appeal form, signed by you or your representative. This form must be delivered to the State Personnel Board by email (dpa_state.personnelboard@state.co.us), postmarked in US Mail or hand delivered (1525 Sherman Street, 4th Floor, Denver CO 80203), or faxed (303.866.5038) within ten (10) calendar days from your receipt of notice or acknowledgement of the department’s action.
For more information about the appeals process, the official appeal form, and how to deliver it to the State Personnel Board; go to spb.colorado.gov; contact the State Personnel Board for assistance at (303) 866-3300; or refer to 4 Colorado Code of Regulations (CCR) 801-1, State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Director's Administrative Procedures, Chapter 8, Resolution of Appeals and Disputes, at spb.colorado.gov under Rules.
Supplemental Information
How to Apply (https://cdhs.colorado.gov/information-for-job-applicants#how-to-apply)
The Assessment Process
For additional recruiting questions, please contact jazzma.gamboa@state.co.us.
About Us:
If your goal is to build a career that makes a difference, consider joining the dedicated people of the Colorado Department of Human Services (https://www.colorado.gov/cdhs) (CDHS). Our professionals strive to design and deliver high quality human and health services that improve the safety, independence, and well-being of the people of Colorado. In addition to a great location and rewarding and meaningful work, we offer:
Strong, secure, yet flexible retirement benefits including a PERA Defined Benefit Plan or PERA Defined Contribution Plan www.copera.org plus 401(k) and 457 plans
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
BenefitHub state employee discount program
Employee Wellness program MotivateMe
Excellent work-life programs, such as flexible schedules, training and more
Remote work arrangements for eligible positions
*Some positions may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. For more
information, go to https://www.colorado.gov/pacific/dhr/student-loan-forgiveness-programs .
Our Values:
We believe in a people-first approach: To serve the people of Colorado, we develop a culture and work environment that creates an energized, inspired, and healthy team capable of giving their best to Coloradans .
Balance creates quality of life: We want our team to be resilient through a supportive workplace that values flexibility, health and wellness, and employee engagement.
We hold ourselves accountable: We take responsibility through our actions, programs, and results for the state of health and human services in Colorado.
Transparency matters: We are open and honest with employees, our partners, the Coloradans we serve, and the public.
We are ethical: We abide by what is best for those we serve by doing what is right, not what is easy.
Collaboration helps us rise together: We work together with all partners, employees, and clients to achieve the best outcomes for Coloradans.
We are committed to increasing the diversity of our staff and providing culturally responsive programs and services. Therefore, we encourage responses from people of diverse backgrounds and abilities.
ADAA Accommodations: CDHS is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, our agency will assist individuals who have a disability with any reasonable accommodation requests related to employment, including completing the application process, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, participating in the employee selection process, and/or to perform essential job functions where the requested accommodation does not impose an undue hardship. If you have a disability and require reasonable accommodation to ensure you have a positive experience applying or interviewing for this position, please direct your inquiries to our ADAAA Coordinator, Nancy Schmelzer, at cdhs_ada@state.co.us or call 1-800-929-0791.
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