HEALTH CARE TECHNICIAN III (Day Programming) - Grand Junction Regional Center *W

This recruitment may be used to fill multiple vacancies

Overview

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.

This Health Care Technician III is responsible for ensuring that personal outcomes are achieved for people receiving services through the management of one or more day program settings and community or work activities.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct hands-on programming to individuals assigned to the day program area.
• Act as coordinator for residential staff and up to 15 people in a day program or work setting.
• Manage the operation of a primary work area or job site, keep work or program area organized, and obtain equipment/supplies.
• Orient new staff to the work area and to individual’s programs.
• Consistently act as a role model to staff; act as a resource or advisor to others.
• Identify training needs for staff and individuals receiving services related to achieving outcomes in their work area.
• Monitor production of others; communicate specific expectations and provide feedback. Monitor individual wages per Department of Labor regulations.
• Ensure compliance by staff with Medical, Psychology, OT, Speech, Recreation, Habilitation, and PT needs and recommendations.
• Assist therapists with specialized evaluations as required.

Education / Licensure / Certification / Experience

• High school diploma or General Education Diploma (GED) — required
• Two (2) years of experience in an occupational field related to the work assigned, such as working with a population with IDD

Substitutions: Additional appropriate education will substitute for the required experience on a year-for-year basis.

Special Qualifications

• Must be QMAP trained or hold a valid LPT license

Preferred Qualifications

• Dependable, adaptable, and responsible

Conditions of Employment

• Full background check: CDHS employees (all Direct contact with vulnerable persons): CBI name check and fingerprint check, ICON Colorado court database, Medicare fraud database, Reference Checks, Professional License verification (licensure requirements), Drug Screen, PREA (Division of Youth Services), Trails check (direct contact with children), CAPS (direct contact with adults – Mental Health Institutes, Regional Centers) and reference check required
• Must possess a valid, unrestricted U.S. Driver's License
• Shift Work – GJRC is a 24/7 facility; must be available to work any shift, any day and/or any area to meet agency needs
• Travel – Drive state car, van or bus to various group homes, programming, admin and in community
• TB test is required; influenza and other vaccines as required by state and facility; must be 18 years or older
• Pre-employment Physical/Tests – Exert up to 50 lbs. of force occasionally, up to 20 lbs. frequently, and up to 10 lbs. constantly to move objects
• Annual recertification is required for CORE skills including CPR, suctioning, transfers and lift use, wheelchair securement, Safety Care
• Former State employees who were disciplinarily terminated or resigned in lieu of termination must disclose information and provide explanations and prior employee number; failure to provide information will disqualify from future State employment with CDHS

Appeal Rights

If you are 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 and delivered by email, postmarked, hand delivered, or faxed within ten (10) calendar days from receipt of notice.

For more information about the appeals process, go to spb.colorado.gov or contact the State Personnel Board at (303) 866-3300.

How to Apply

The Assessment Process and additional recruiting questions may be directed to natasha.story at state.co (email address provided in the posting).

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 (CDHS). We design and deliver high quality human and health services that improve safety, independence, and well-being for Coloradans. We offer:

• Strong, secure retirement benefits including PERA plans and 401(k) / 457 options
• Medical and dental health plans
• Health Savings Account
• Paid life insurance and disability coverage
• Paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave
• Employee discounts and wellness programs
• Flexible schedules and remote work arrangements for eligible positions

*Some positions may qualify for Public Service Loan Forgiveness. See colorado.gov for details.

Values

We believe in a people-first approach, balance, accountability, transparency, ethics, collaboration, and diversity. We are committed to increasing diversity and providing culturally responsive programs and services. ADAA accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities.

~THE STATE OF COLORADO IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER~

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