HEALTH CARE TECHNICIAN III (Pioneer Home) - Grand Junction Regional Center *West

Overview

About Grand Junction Regional Center (GJRC): GJRC is a collection of group homes that serves adult individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) who need additional support to stabilize and return to community residential settings. GJRC focuses on improving outcomes for individuals with IDD and promoting community integration. GJRC has a total of 10 homes in Grand Valley with warm, comfortable living spaces and private, fenced backyards with recreation equipment.

The Health Care Technician III supports the work unit supervisor in ensuring that individuals receiving services achieve their personal outcomes. This is accomplished through effective management of resources, oversight of resident records, and smooth operation of the residential site. The HCT III identifies emerging issues and proactively works toward solutions within their scope of authority.

Responsibilities

• Provide direction and oversee up to 14 staff
• Serve as a work leader and role model by delivering hands-on care and instruction in daily living activities such as bathing, eating, and personal hygiene
• Ensure safety and support the achievement of personal outcomes in accordance with each individual's care plan
• Monitor and implement individualized supports and services, including responding to behavioral challenges using specific behavior intervention programs (e.g., Safety Control or Emergency Control)
• Maintain annual certification in the skilled implementation of Safety Care
• Ensure staff compliance with schedules and training requirements, referring competency concerns to the supervisor
• Provide input for employee evaluations and act as a liaison between direct care staff, supervisors, and therapy teams
• Administer prescribed treatments, medications, and dietary orders; oversee staff in the implementation of medical directives
• Respond to emergencies and assist medical personnel in providing support and services, including preparing meals according to prescribed dietary needs
• Maintain a safe and comfortable living environment by addressing safety issues, completing housekeeping tasks, decorating common and personal areas, and conducting quarterly environmental checks
• Manage, complete, monitor, and delegate administrative tasks including forms, reports, and resident records to support personal outcomes and maintain licensure and certification
• Assist with monitoring the area budget and perform related duties using both electronic and paper-based systems

Education, Licensure, Certification, and Experience

• High school diploma or General Education Diploma (GED)
• Two (2) years of experience in an occupational field related to working with populations who have IDD

Substitutions: Additional appropriate education may 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, Veterans Community Living 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 & in community
• TB test required; influenza and other vaccines as required by state and facility; must be 18 years or older
• Annual recertification 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 this information on the application and provide an explanation; failure to do so may disqualify the applicant from future State employment with CDHS.

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 and delivered within ten (10) calendar days from notice. For details, go to spb.colorado.gov or contact the State Personnel Board at (303) 866-3300.

How to Apply & Assessment

For additional recruiting questions, please contact natasha.story@state.co.us. The assessment process information is available through the CDHS recruitment pages.

About Us

If your goal is to build a career that makes a difference, consider joining the Colorado Department of Human Services (CDHS). Our professionals strive to design and deliver high-quality human and health services that improve the safety, independence, and well-being of Coloradans. We offer:

• Strong retirement benefits (PERA Defined Benefit or PERA Defined Contribution) plus 401(k) and 457 plans
• Medical and dental health plans
• Employer-supported Health Savings Account
• Paid life insurance and disability coverage
• 11 paid holidays per year, plus vacation and sick leave
• BenefitHub state employee discounts and wellness programs
• Flexible schedules and potential remote work arrangements for eligible positions

*Some positions may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. Details at the Colorado Department of Higher Education loan forgiveness programs.

Our Values

We believe in a people-first approach, balance, accountability, transparency, ethics, collaboration, and a commitment to diversity and culturally responsive programs. We are an equal opportunity employer and provide ADA accommodations in the application process.