Health Care Technician I- MHTL- Westminster

Health Care Technician I- MHTL- Westminster

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Health Care Technician I- MHTL- Westminster

Salary

$21.50 Hourly

Location

Jefferson County, CO

Job Type

Full Time

Job Number

IIC 07176 05/18/2026

Department

Colorado Department of Human Services

Division

OBH - CMHIFL

Opening Date

05/18/2026

Closing Date

6/2/2026 11:59 PM Mountain

FLSA

Determined by Position

Type of Announcement

This position is open only to Colorado state residents.

Primary Physical Work Address

7929 W 105th Place, Westminster, CO 80021

FLSA Status

Non-Exempt; position is eligible for overtime compensation.

Department Contact Information

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How To Apply

Please submit an online application for this position at Reach out to the Department Contact to apply using a paper application, including any supplemental questions. Failure to submit a complete and timely application may result in the rejection of your application. Applicants are responsible for ensuring that application materials are received by the appropriate Human Resources office before the closing date and time listed.

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Department Information

This position is open to current Colorado residents only.

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

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

You are required to work at your assigned work location during your scheduled work times.

Please note: Work arrangements are subject to change at any time.

About the Mental Health Transitional Living Homes

The CDHS Office of Civil and Forensic Mental Health’s Transitional Living Homes Program was created to increase bed capacity for persons in need of residential behavioral health treatment. House Bill (HB) 22-1303 has authorized new beds to be used for persons needing residential services at a less restrictive level of care and to reduce and eliminate the backlog of such persons in more restrictive settings. HB 22-1303 directs the Department of human services (department) and the Department of health care and Policy Financing to create, develop, or contract to add at least 125 additional beds at mental health residential treatment facilities (treatment facilities) throughout the state for adults in need of ongoing supportive services. The bill also requires that the department renovate a building at the mental health hospital at Fort Logan to create at least 16 additional civil beds for such persons. These beds serve as a step-down option from inpatient care and as a step-up when deemed medically necessary and lower-level of care settings can no longer adequately and safely provide effective care.

Description of Job

About the Position

This position exists to provide direct hands-on milieu management care to clients, which includes assistance with activities of daily living, documentation of the care provided, awareness of psychosocial and physical needs/safety of clients, engagement in social and recreational activities, support in the continued development of social and life skills. These services shall be performed in a manner consistent with the standards of the profession, legal, and regulatory requirements. This is a full-time, in-person, essential services designation position. These services are provided in a residential setting, which requires 24/7 care and treatment. As such, we are hiring for daytime, evening, and overnight shifts, which do include weekends. Duties in this position include:

Residential Client Care and Safety/Security:

• Responsible for providing direct client care by hands on performance and/or assistance as needed with activities of daily living (ADL) and continued development of social and life skills through the engagement in recreational and social activities.

• Provides environmental needs to all clients by arranging and adapting personal care items, such as food or clothing and/or physical environment needs to support the ongoing needs of the clients.

• Clients may require gentle guidance and instruction to engage in self-care activities as part of their continued development of activities of daily living.

• Assist clients in becoming oriented to the program, which includes a review of the program requirements, their responsibilities as clients, an inventory of all personal items, etc.

• Responsible for the ongoing supervision of the clients in care and ensuring the needs of all clients are being met on a daily basis.

• Monitors safety needs by supervising the clients in care, their whereabouts, interactions, and conditions and refer to the MHTL Homes team regarding potential changes that may need to be made based on observation.

Medication Administration:

• Administers medications to the individuals served in accordance with the Medication Administration Record (MAR).

• Administers medications in proper doses at appropriate times to each individual.

• Records a wide range of information including: medication given (includes time and amount); clients’ responses to medications and treatments; documents refusals of medications and reports this to the clinical team; and all information relevant to all aspects of the clients’ mental status.

• Requires that the staff be certified as a Qualified Medication Administration Professional (QMAP). The MHTL Homes programs will assist any individuals who are not QMAP certified to obtain such certification.

Department Standards and Staff Development:

• Responsible for the adherence to department standards and staff development.

• Responsible for ensuring that the standards for the MHTL Homes in terms of programming and operation are followed accordingly as set for in the MHTL Homes policies and procedures and regulatory requirements.

• Responsible for completing staff training, which include MHTL Homes specific training along with CDHS mandatory training.

• Attend assigned meetings and in-services as scheduled by the supervisor to fulfill the mission/vision of the agency.

• Ensuring all documentation as shift notes, incidents logs, refrigerator temperature logs and other logs related to life, safety, and health are timely and correctly completed.

• Resource and teaches/orients new/pulled/pool staff related to milieu management/safety basics.

Other Duties as Assigned:

Other duties as required for business needs

Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights

Education

High school diploma or General Education Diploma (GED)

No Substitutions

Preferred Qualifications:

• 1 year of direct care experience with clients suffering from SMI

• Experience passing medications

• Experience with De-Escalation Techniques

• Be able to drive a 15-passenger van

• Experience dealing with various Mental Health Disorders

• Managing a Milieu

• Food Preparation/ Food Safety

• Previous state employee

• QMAP Certified Certification Qualified Medication Administration Personnel. Must be QMAP certified within 6 months of hire.

Conditions of Employment:

• Motor Vehicle Check , if the employee will drive a state-owned vehicle, either in an on-going 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 an 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.

• A full background check will be conducted as part of the selection process as this position is deemed to have direct contact with vulnerable persons. Felony convictions, conviction of crimes of moral turpitude, or convictions of misdemeanors related to job duties may disqualify you from being considered for this position. Should your background check reveal any charges or convictions, it is your responsibility to provide the CDHS Background Unit with an official disposition of any charges.

• Shift work eligible: May be required to work evening or weekend shifts, holidays, voluntary or mandatory overtime.

• Travel - In state travel, which includes, but is not limited to, transporting clients to and from appointments, field trips, traveling between locations, in person team building events

• Annual influenza and other vaccinations as required by the State of Colorado

• 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 in the application form. 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 reviewing and rating of all the information you submit. The comparative analysis step may also include your results from standardized testing.

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 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 80203), or

• Faxed View phone number on click.appcast.io) within ten (10) calendar days from your receipt of notice or acknowledgement of the department’s action.

Contact the State Personnel Board for assistance:

• At View phone number on click.appcast.io, or

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

Supplemental Information

How to apply to the State of Colorado ( (Youtube Video, Runtime 3:59, Closed Captions Available)

• The Assessment Process (

• For Statewide Hiring Freeze NON-EXEMPTED position ONLY :

• This job offer is contingent upon funding availability from all sources, including state and federal (if applicable), to start or continue.

• For additional recruiting questions, please contact Jeru Marshall: View email address on click.appcast.io

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 View email address on click.appcast.io .

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 View phone number on click.appcast.io 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.

Toll Free Applicant Technical Support (

The State of Colorado offers permanent employees a variety of benefits including medical, dental, life and disability insurance, as well as a comprehensive leave program. Please click the following link for detailed information:

Please note that each agency's contact information is different; therefore, we encourage all applicants to view the full, official job announcement which includes contact information and class title. Select the job you wish to view, then click on the "Print" icon.

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If you are a current or former State of Colorado employee, please list your employee number which starts with 997. Failure to provide this requested information may render your application incomplete, and you may no longer be considered for the position.

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Former State employees who were disciplinary terminated or resigned in lieu of termination must disclose the information on the application. If you are a former state employee who was disciplinary terminated or resigned in lieu of termination please provide an explanation as to why the prior termination or resignation should NOT disqualify your application from the current position.

03

Your legal name is used in the hiring process for background checks. Did you use your full legal name in your application?

• Yes

• No

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The bottom of this job announcement provides links to additional information on how to apply, the assessment process, toll free applicant technical support, and about how the State of Colorado is an equal opportunity employer. Please acknowledge below that you have read the information provided in these links.

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• I am unable to access the links with this information on the job posting. (If you select this option, please contact the recruiter, whose information is listed on this announcement, so that they can send this information directly to you.)

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How many years of direct care experience do you have while working in a mental health setting?

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Do you have any experience passing medications? If so, how many years and what experience do you have?

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Can you describe a time that you dealt with a difficult client and how you handled the situation?

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What experience do you have working with a Multidisciplinary Team?

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