Colorado Department of Revenue is hiring: HEALTH CARE TECHNICIAN III (Pioneer Ho

HEALTH CARE TECHNICIAN III (Pioneer Home) - Grand Junction Regional Center (Western Slope)

Department Information
Please note: This recruitment may be used to fill multiple vacancies

The Grand Junction Regional Center (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, featuring warm living spaces, private fenced backyards, and recreation equipment.

Description Of Job

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.

As a Health Care Technician III, you can expect to:

• 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 Care 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 electronic and paper-based systems

Education/Licensure/Certification/Experience

Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights

• High school diploma or General Education Diploma (GED)
• Two (2) years of experience in an occupational field related to working with a population with intellectual and developmental disabilities

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, drug screen, PREA (DYS), Trails check (direct contact with children), CAPS (direct contact with adults – Mental Health Institutes, Regional Centers, Veterans Community Living Centers) and reference checks 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 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; failure to do so may disqualify from future state employment

Appeal Rights

If you are eliminated from consideration, you may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board or request a review by the State Personnel Director. Submit the appeal on the official form within ten (10) calendar days from receipt of notice. For details, visit spb.colorado.gov or contact the State Personnel Board at (303) 866-3300.

Supplemental Information

How To Apply

For additional recruiting questions, please contact natasha.story@state.co.us.

About Us

If your goal is to build a career that makes a difference, consider joining the Colorado Department of Human Services (CDHS). We offer a range of benefits including retirement plans, health plans, life insurance, disability coverage, paid holidays, leave, wellness programs, and opportunities for flexible schedules and remote work where eligible.

• Strong retirement and health plans
• Paid leave and holidays
• Employee wellness and discount programs
• Flexible schedules and potential remote work

ADAA Accommodations: CDHS is committed to inclusive employment and reasonable accommodation requests. For accommodations, contact our ADAA Coordinator at cdhs_ada@state.co.us or call 1-800-929-0791.

Equal Opportunity Employer: The State of Colorado is an equal opportunity employer.

Seniority level, Employment type, Job function, and Industries are listed below for reference only.

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Health Care Provider
• Industries: Government Administration

Grand Junction, CO — Salary information and posting date vary by role.