• Veterans Residential Facility Worker (32 Hour)

    State of Connecticut, Department of Administrative Services (Rocky Hill, CT)


    Veterans Residential Facility Worker (32 Hour)

     

    Office/On-Site

     

    Recruitment # 250429-9170FK-001

     

    Location Rocky Hill, CT

     

    Date Opened 5/12/2025 12:00:00 AM

     

    Salary $27.58* - $37.15/hour (*New state employees start at the minimum)

     

    Job Type Open to the Public

     

    Close Date 5/19/2025 11:59:00 PM

     

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    Are yo u passionate about serving those who have served our country ?

     

    Learn more and apply t od ay to be a crucial part of supporting Connecticut veterans !

    THE POSITION

    The State of Connecticut (https://portal.ct.gov/) , Department of V eterans Affairs (DVA (https://portal.ct.gov/DVA/About-Us) ) is now hiring for a part-time Veterans Residential Facility Worker (https://www.jobapscloud.com/CT/specs/classspecdisplay.asp?ClassNumber=9170FK&R1=&R3=) to join their skilled nursing facility.

    HIGHLIGHTS

    + ADDRESS: 287 West Street, Rocky Hill, CT

    + SCHEDULE: Part-Time, 32 Hours per Week, Second Shift, Friday, Saturday, Sunday, and Tuesday from 3:00pm - 11:00pm

    + POSITION NUMBER: 140001

    WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU

    + Visit our new State Employee Benefits Overview (https://www.jobapscloud.com/CT/jobs/?b=Benefits) page!

    + Work at a Forbes-recognized company! Connecticut is proud to be featured on both America's Best Employers by State and Best Employers for New Grads in 2024. With our dynamic job market and commitment to fostering a thriving workforce, Connecticut stands out as a top destination for both seasoned professionals and fresh graduates seeking to launch their careers.

    + Professional growth and development opportunities

    + A healthy work/life balance (https://www.jobapscloud.com/ct/sup/EVPPDF123020.pdf) to all employees

    *Benefit offerings will vary with part-time positions.

    DISCOVER THE OPPORTUNITY TO

    + Engage in a rewarding career;

    + Provide support to a division that is passionate about improving the lives of those we serve;

    + Assist our clients so they can achieve success;

    + Make a difference in the public sector;

    + Work together in a collaborative team environment.

    ABOUT US

    For over 140 years, DVA has been caring for its veterans and their dependents. As a Department, we believe in "serving those who have served." This is accomplished through our: Office of Advocacy and Assistance, Residential Facility, Healthcare Center, and Cemetery and Burial Services.

     

    The DVA has supported Connecticut Veterans and continues this tradition with Residential and Healthcare programming on our campus in Rocky Hill. There are two paths for residency at the DVA:

     

    + Residential Facility: offers temporary, supportive living with programming designed to return Connecticut Veterans to independent living in the community;

    + Sgt. John L. Levitow Healthcare Center: a state-of-the-art medical facility that offers long-term care for veterans with chronic, disabling conditions who require 24-hour assistance.

     

    When you walk through the doors of the Healthcare Center (HCC), one immediately feels a sense of community, comfort, and camaraderie. Our highly trained staff is dedicated to providing compassionate care to meet the unique needs of Veteran patients, built on the foundation of integrity, honor, and respect. We pride ourselves on fostering these qualities as we honor Veteran patients for their service and encourage the innate bond between them.

     

    Selection Plan

    FOR ASSISTANCE IN APPLYING:

    Check out our Applicant Tips on How to Apply! Need more resources? Visit our Applicant Reference Library (https://portal.ct.gov/das/home/services-for-state-employees/statewide-human-resources/applicant-reference-library?language=en\_US) for additional support throughout the recruitment process.

    BEFORE YOU APPLY:

    + Meet Minimum Qualifications: Ensure you meet the Minimum Qualifications listed on the job opening by the job closing date. You must specify your qualifications on your application. The minimum experience and training requirements listed must be met by the close date on the job opening, unless otherwise specified.

    + Educational Credits: List your earned credits and degrees from accredited institutions accurately on your application. To receive educational credits towards qualification, the institution must be accredited. If the institution of higher learning is located outside of the U.S., you are responsible for providing documentation from a recognized USA accrediting service which specializes in determining foreign education equivalencies to the contact listed below by the closing date listed on the job posting.

    + Resume Policy: Per Public Act 21-69 (https://www.cga.ct.gov/2021/act/pa/pdf/2021PA-00069-R00SB-00056-PA.pdf) , resumes are not accepted during the initial application process. As the recruitment process progresses, candidates may be required to submit additional documentation to support their qualification(s) for this position. This documentation may include: a cover letter, resume, transcripts, diplomas, performance reviews, attendance records, supervisory references, licensure, etc., at the request and discretion of the hiring agency.

    + Preferred Shift/Location: Select all location(s) and shift(s) you are willing to work on your application. Failure to do so may result in not being considered for vacancies in that specific location or shift.

    + Timely Submission: All application materials must be received by the job posting deadline. You will be unable to make revisions once you officially submit your application to the State. Late submissions are rarely accepted, with exceptions only for documented events that incapacitate individuals during the entire duration of the job posting. Request exceptions by emailing [email protected].

    + Salary Calculations: For current state employees, salary calculations are not necessarily comparable from one of the three branches of state government (i.e., Executive, Legislative, Judicial) to the other.

    + Note: The only way to apply to this posting is via the ‘Apply’ or ‘Apply Online’ buttons on the official State of Connecticut Online Employment Center job posting.

    AFTER YOU APPLY:

    + Referral Questions: This posting may require completion of additional Referral Questions (RQs), which must be completed by the questionnaire’s expiration date. If requested, RQs can be accessed via an email sent to you after the job close date or by visiting your JobAps Personal Status Board (Certification Questionnaires section).

    + Prepare For An Interview: Interviews are limited to those whose experience and training are most aligned with the role. To prepare, review this helpful Interview Preparation Guide to make the best impression!

    + Stay connected! Log in daily to your JobAps Personal Status Board to track your status and check email (including spam/junk folders) for updates and tasks.

    + The immediate vacancy is listed above, however, applications to this recruitment may be used for future vacancies in this job class.

    + Note: This position will be filled in accordance with contractual language, reemployment, SEBAC, transfer, promotion and merit employment rules. Candidates who are offered and accept a position with the State of Connecticut are bound by the State Code of Ethics for Public Officials and State employees, available at www.ct.gov/ethics.

     

    QUESTIONS? WE’RE HERE TO HELP:

     

    Due to high volume, we are unable to confirm receipt or provide status updates directly. For recruitment updates, please check your Personal Status Board and review our Frequently Asked Questions. If you have additional questions about the recruitment process, reach out to Jensine Tran at Jensine.Tran ([email protected]) @ct.gov.

     

    Join the State of Connecticut and take your next career step with confidence!

    PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK)

    In the Department of Veterans Affairs this class is accountable for independently performing a full range of tasks in order to implement on-going behavioral support programs and rehabilitative interventions designed to increase veterans' level of independence and support short and/or long term goals.

    EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

    + Assists veterans through their transition to community living;

    + Observes veterans' behavior and guides veterans in assuming responsibility for activities of daily living, developing self-help skills and accepting social and personal responsibility;

    + Communicates and interacts with veterans on problems with daily living;

    + Encourages veterans' participation in programs and activities;

    + Assists veterans in developing effective strategies for managing internal and external stress; records programmatic activities and prepares pertinent reports;

    + Participates in case management team meetings by reporting on observations and providing other relevant information; maintains a safe and healthy living environment;

    + Inspects residence and surrounding area to ensure cleanliness and proper physical condition of facilities;

    + Assists in organizing and leading social and recreational functions;

    + Investigates, acts on and notifies medical or protective service staff of problems;

    + Prepares and submits work orders for repairs of facilities and requisitions for veterans' needs;

    + Performs related duties as required.

    KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY

    + Knowledge of

    + principles and practices related to the care of individuals living in a residential facility;

    + behavioral and rehabilitative interventions;

    + substance abuse problems;

    + Skills

    + interpersonal skills;

    + oral and written communication skills;

    + Ability to

    + understand and carry out oral and written instructions;

    + lead resident activities.

    MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - GENERAL EXPERIENCE

    One (1) year of experience in the physical and behavioral care and needs of residents living in a health care facility or working with veterans in the community.

    MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - SUBSTITUTIONS ALLOWED

    College training in a behavioral science, social work, rehabilitation therapy or a related field may be substituted for the General Experience on the basis of fifteen (15) semester hours equalling one-half (1/2) year of experience to a maximum of one (1) year.

    PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

    + Experience caring for individuals living in a residential facility

    + Experience with verbal and written communication in a professional setting

    + Experience working with Veterans in a residential setting or in the community

    + Experience working with individuals who have been either homeless, have mental health or substance misuse issues, chronic medical conditions, and criminal justice involvement

    + Experience using an Electronic Medical Records System

    + Experience working with Microsoft outlook and word

    PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

    Incumbents in this class must possess physical and emotional health for efficient performance of duties; a physical examination may be required.

    WORKING CONDITIONS

    + Incumbents in this class may be required to lift or restrain residents;

    + May be exposed to communicable and/or infectious diseases and risk of injury from assaultive residents.

     

    Conclusion

    AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

    The State of Connecticut is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, and persons with disabilities.

    Click on a link below to apply for this position:

    Fill out the Supplemental Questionnaire and Application NOW using the Internet. Apply Online