Health Care Services Trainee II

Department Information

This position is open only to State of Colorado classified permanent employees of the listed department and division within that department.

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

Office of Adult Aging and Disability Services - Wheat Ridge Regional Center

This work unit provides comprehensive services and support to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. This work units focus is on providing services and supporting an active learning approach. The work unit is also focused on creating and promoting a safe and healthy environment for individuals supported. This work unit provides 24-hour treatment services that are in compliance with State and Federal regulations.

The Wheat Ridge Regional Center is looking to hire motivated hard-working individuals to provide direct support services to individuals with intellectual and / or developmental disabilities. Some of the individuals we serve have high medical needs while others need significant support around behavioral and mental health needs. Once hired on there are many opportunities for promotion and career growth.

Mission

Our mission is to offer people with disabilities the necessary supports in order to promote the personal values of individual growth participation contribution and capability

Description of Job

Summary of Position :

This position exists to provide direct care services and to administer medications to the individuals supported. This position incorporates the new role of medication administration per QMAP regulations

Duties of the position :

Implementation Of Individual Program Plan

Under the direction of the LPT LPN RN and within the scope of training provided : administers and documents residential therapy medical and behavior related objectives as identified in the IPP of persons served. Administers oxygen over-the-counter treatments and monitors feeding pumps. Some of these activities involve lifting and / or pivoting individuals. Transports (drives) individuals to their day program site medical appointments court hearings and / or community activities. Protects the rights of persons served and enhances their quality of life.

Activities of Daily Living

Under the direction of the LPT LPN RN and within the scope of training provided : performs or assists and trains residents on all activities of daily living (ADL). This includes but is not limited to : meal preparation; personal hygiene; social skills; recreation activities; housekeeping and laundry; safety and transportation all with a training approach.

Redirection and Intervention

Under the direction of the LPT RN and within the scope of training provided : De-escalates agitating behaviors by utilizing skills learned to mitigate the situation safely. Performs physical intervention and redirection techniques when needed utilizing the least restrictive measures available.

Medication Administration

Within the scope of QMAP training provided and the delegation of a nurse administers medications and treatments to the individuals served in accordance with the Physicians orders. Administers physician ordered medications and medical treatments in proper doses at appropriate times to each individual. Records a wide range of information including : medication given (includes time and amount); residents responses to medications and treatments; intake output seizures menses; and all information relevant to all aspects of the clients medical status.

Other Duties as Assigned

Minimum Qualifications Substitutions Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights

Special Qualifications :

• Passed a CDPHE & WRRC approved QMAP course

Minimum Qualifications :

NONE

Substitutions :

NONE

Conditions of Employment :

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)

This position requires State of Colorado residency at the time of application (unless otherwise identified in the posting) and residency within the state throughout the duration of employment in this position.

Motor Vehicle Check if the employee will drive a state-owned vehicle either in an ongoing capacity while performing their normal day-to-day job duties OR on occasion for training / meetings / client visits / etc.

Must possess a valid non-restricted Colorado Drivers License or a non-restricted U.S. Drivers License for positions within 30 miles of the CO state border

Out-of-State Drivers License holders must obtain a valid non-restricted Colorado Drivers License within 30 days of employment start date.

Must be at least 18 years of age

Pre-employment Physical / Test : Must demonstrate the ability to lift 50 lbs bend squat etc. and perform physical interventions proficiently (pre-employment and continuously throughout employment).

Influenza and other vaccines as required by the State of CO

A Tuberculosis Test (TB) will be required upon hire

WRRC is a 24 / 7 facility; therefore person in this position must be available to work any shift any day and / or any area to meet agency needs.

Must travel to remote work sites and must utilize a state vehicle if available. If not must utilize personal vehicle and submit for mileage reimbursement. Position is required to use a state vehicle to transport residents.

Former State employees who were disciplinarily terminated or resigned in lieu of termination must :

Disclose that information on the application.

Explain why the prior termination or resignation should not disqualify you from the current position.

Provide your employee number from your prior State employment. Absent extraordinary circumstances prior disciplinary termination or resignation in lieu of termination and failure to provide this information will disqualify the applicant from future State employment with CDHS.

CDHS Selection Process Explanation

Employment history is calculated on a full-time basis (40 / hrs per week). Part-time employment is calculated on a prorated 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 & Competencies :

Relevant years of state service experience.

Minimum Qualification Screening Process

A Human Resources Analyst will review the work experience / job duties sections of the online job application to determine whether your experience meets the minimum qualifications for the position. You must complete the official State of Colorado online application. Cover letters and resumes WILL NOT be reviewed during the minimum qualifications screening process. You must specifically document your work experience and qualifications. Do not use see resume or see attached.

You must meet the minimum qualifications to continue in the selection process. Part-time work experience will be prorated.

Comparative Analysis Process Structured Application Review

After minimum qualification screening the comparative analysis process will involve a review and rating of all the information you submit. The comparative analysis step may also include your results from an eSkills Test. Your Work Experience / Job Duties

Document your work experience / job duties to the extent to which you possess the skills education experience minimum qualifications and preferred qualifications.

If listed answer all supplemental questions as your answers to these questions will be evaluated during this phase. Provide at least 4-8 sentences for each supplemental question.

Supplemental Questions

Answer the supplemental questions completely and thoughtfully. We will rate your answers based on the content of your response and your writing skills (spelling grammar and clarity of your writing). Appeal Rights

You may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board or request a review by the State Personnel Director if your application is eliminated. You will find the appeals process the official appeal form and how to deliver it on the State Personnel Board website.

You or your representative must sign and submit the official appeal form for review.

You can find the official appeal form here .

You must deliver the official appeal form to the State Personnel Board :

By email () or

Postmarked in US Mail to(1525 Sherman Street 4th Floor Denver CO 80203 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 departments action.

Contact the State Personnel Board for assistance :

At or

Refer to the Colorado Code of Regulations (CCR) 801-1 State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Directors Administrative Procedures Chapter 8 Resolution of Appeals and Disputes within the Rules webpage.

Supplemental Information

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The Assessment Process

For additional recruiting questions please contact .

About Us & Benefits

If your goal is to build a career that makes a difference join the dedicated people of 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 the people of Colorado. Each of us is committed to contributing to a safe and accessible CDHS . 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 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

State of Colorado Employee BenefitHub Resource Center

Employee Wellness program

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 .

Our Values

We believe in a people-first approach : We prioritize the needs well-being and dignity of the individuals families and communities we serve. We commit to respect fairness and access in every decision policy and interaction. We engage client voices and experiences in the development and implementation of the services we provide.

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.

ADA Accommodations

CDHS is committed to a Colorado for 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.

This includes completing the application process interviewing completing any pre-employment testing participating in the employee selection process and / or performing 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 .

EEO Statement

The State of Colorado is an equal opportunity employer

We are committed to increasing a Colorado for ALL of our staff and providing culturally responsive programs and services. Therefore we encourage responses from people of all backgrounds and abilities. The State of Colorado believes that a Colorado for ALL drives our success and we encourage candidates from all identities backgrounds and abilities to apply. The State of Colorado is an equal opportunity employer committed to building inclusive innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve them. Therefore in all aspects of the employment process we provide employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race color religion sex disability age sexual orientation gender identity or expression pregnancy medical condition related to pregnancy creed ancestry national origin marital status genetic information or military status (with preference given to military veterans) or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law.

Additional Support For Your Application

Toll-Free Applicant Technical Support :

If you experience technical difficulty with the NEOGOV system (e.g. uploading or attaching documents to your online application) call NEOGOV technical support at Mon-Fri between 6 am and 6 pm (Pacific Time). Helpful hints : if you are having difficulty uploading or attaching documents to your application 1) ensure your documents are PDF or Microsoft Word files and 2) close the document before you attempt to upload (attach) it.

Required Experience :

Intern

Key Skills

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Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1

Monthly Salary Salary : 1528 - 2139