CDHS ONLY - Health Care Technician III - LPT or QMAP Onyx House

Department Information

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

Description of Job

 
The Health Care Technician III position has charge responsibility for a shift.  It is also to implement the Individual Program Plan (IPP) for each resident.  This involves active treatment; medical and therapeutic services (including administering medications); protection from harm; rights; teaching self-help skills (such as personal hygiene); interacting with the residents in all areas of feeding, toileting, developing social skills, transportation and recreation; and quality of life.  Maintains home and equipment for a clean and safe environment.  Evaluates the effectiveness of the IP by measuring residents’ progress; recommends changes and needed to benefit the resident.  Responds to a variety of situations including medical emergencies and behavioral problems.

Additionally, as an HCT III you can expect to:

• Provides leadership of staff on a shift. Ensures that duties are being performed within acceptable guidelines. Ensure clients are receiving all services, medications and treatments, as prescribed by the Individual Program P, in a timely manner.
• Physically lift, transport and/or position residents by using approved lifting techniques (i.e. two-man lift or pivot transfer).  Employ Colorado Approved Intervention Techniques (Safety Care) in addressing a behaviorally troubled resident.  Safely operate a motor vehicle when transporting residents around campus or to outside locations
•  Documents outcomes of treatments and program implementation timely and accurately.
• Monitors and reports progress, maintenance and regression according to IPP
• Administer physician ordered medications and medical treatments in proper dosages at appropriate times to each individual
• Directs assigned staff in work duties and schedules, according to pre-established activity plans/schedules and daily individual needs.
• Provides onsite training, counseling, and monitoring of support staff to ensure that all aspects of the individual’s vocational/ work life are being served, and to ensure timely and accurate implementation of active treatment as identified in the IPP.
• Identifies training needs; and initiates request for training from professional staff as needed (i.e., notifies supervisor and/ or responsible discipline) 
• Other duties as required for business needs.

Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights

Special Qualification

• SBON (State Board of Nursing) Licensed Psychiatric Technician (LPT),  Qualified Medication Administration Personnel (QMAP) required for this position; valid, current and unrestricted.

Minimum Qualifications

• A high school diploma or GED;

AND

• Two (2) years of experience leading a work group, ensuring safety and outcomes, assisting with activities of daily living or working with individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities.

Substitutions:

• College coursework appropriate to the assignment may substitute on a year-for-year basis for the required experience. There is no substitute for the license.

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)
• Pre-employment Physical/Tests: must demonstrate the ability  to lift 50 lbs, bend, squat, etc. and perform physical interventions proficiently (pre-employment and continuously  throughout employment). TB test required.
• Shift Work – Explain: 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.
• Current/Valid and nonrestricted CO Driver’s License
• Travel: Position 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.
• MOTOR VEHICLE RECORD CHECK: This position will drive a state fleet or non-state fleet vehicle for State business purposes
• Other: Influenza and other vaccines as required by the State of CO
• 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 that 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 ([email protected]), 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 department’s action.

Contact the State Personnel Board for assistance:

• At (303) 866-3300, 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 additional recruiting questions, please contact [email protected].

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 [email protected].

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 855-524-5627, 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.

Benefits

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:  www.colorado.gov/pacific/dhr/benefits 

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.
 

Supplemental Questions

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Agency Information

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