HEALTH CARE TECHNICIAN I - Grand Junction Regional Center (Western Slope).

Please note: This recruitment may be used to fill multiple vacancies. This position will be accepting applications from residents and non-residents of Colorado. This announcement is open to potential candidates who are legal residents of the United States. All legal residents of the United States are eligible to apply and compete. If appointed to a position, applicants from outside of Colorado will be required to relocate to Colorado prior to their start date, at their own expense.

Please Note: This posting will be open until filled (and filling multiple vacancies), not extending beyond 12 months. All applications will be reviewed as they come in until all positions are filled. We advise applicants to apply early. Office of Adult, Aging and Disability Services - Grand Junction Regional Centers About Grand Junction Regional Center 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's focus is on improving outcomes for individuals with IDD as well as promoting community integration. GJRC has a total of 10 homes nestled throughout established neighborhoods of Grand Valley. These homes feature warm, comfortable living spaces and private, fenced backyards with recreation equipment. Most State of Colorado employees are eligible for a great benefit package! Please see the Supplemental Information section below for details!

Description: Of Job The Health Care Technician I will ensure a home-like environment for people with developmental disabilities or who have a dual diagnosis that ensures personal outcomes and to achieve a therapeutic milieu for up to 12 persons Additionally, as a Health Care Technician I you can expect to: Provide care and instruction in daily living activities for persons receiving services, such as bathing, eating and personal hygiene, to ensure personal outcomes are met as determined by their Individual Plans Follow and implement assigned individualized supports and services for residents. Programs include behavior, social, recreation, work and specialized therapies; residential and day program areas and community settings Provide/assist in the implementation of learning, support or experience programs Refine the physical condition of the living site by addressing safety concerns, making purchases, decorating living areas and performing housekeeping duties Transport individuals receiving services to/from appointments, scheduled events and emergency transports This position may be required to work other locations and/or shifts as needed to address agency resource needs Other Duties as assigned This position is 100% In-Person: You are required to work at your assigned work location during your scheduled work times. This position follows a rotating two-week schedule: Week 1 consists of 3 days on / 4 days off; Week 2 consists of 4 days on / 3 days off. Shifts are 12 hours in duration and may be 7:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m. (day shift) or 7:00 p.m. – 7:00 a.m. (night shift). Specific shift assignment will be determined upon hire based on program needs.

Please note: Work arrangements are subject to change at any time. Education/Licensure/Certification/Experience Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights High school diploma or General Education Diploma (GED)

Special Qualifications: This position will have a current valid LPT license in good standing or be QMAP trained 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 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 Driver's License or a non-restricted U.S. Driver's License for positions within 30 miles of the CO state border Out-of-State Driver's License holders must obtain a valid, non-restricted Colorado Driver's License within 30 days of employment start date.

Travel: Drive state car, van, or bussette to various group homes, programming, admin & in communityTB test is required, requires 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, and/or up to 20 lbs. of force frequently, and/or up to 10 lbs. of force constantly to move objects 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. Minimum Qualification Screening ProcessA 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