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.