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

Health Care Technician III

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 also identifies emerging issues and proactively works toward solutions within their scope of authority. Additionally, 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 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, with appropriate use of computers and related tools.

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.

Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights

Education/Licensure/Certification/Experience:

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

• Experience providing care or support to individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD).
• Experience supporting individuals with co-occurring mental health challenges.
• Demonstrated proficiency with Google Workspace (e.g., Docs, Sheets, Drive).
• Experience utilizing Electronic Health Record (EHR) systems, such as Therap.
• One (1) year of experience in a leadership capacity.
• Experience in coaching and implementing staff accountability or performance management practices.

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 community
• TB 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.

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 (Download PDF reader).

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

• By email (View email address on click.appcast.io), or
• Postmarked in US Mail to(1525 Sherman Street, 4th Floor, Denver CO 80203, or
• Hand delivered (1525 Sherman Street, 4th Floor, Denver CO