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Health Care Services Trainee - Grand Junction Regional Center (Western Slope)

Salary

$18.20 Hourly

Location

Grand Junction, CO

Job Type

Full Time

Job Number

IJB 00248 10/08/2025

Department

Colorado Department of Human Services

Division

OAADS - Grand Junction Regional Center

Opening Date

10/08/2025

Closing Date

Continuous

FLSA

Determined by Position

Type of Announcement

This position is open only to Colorado state residents.

Primary Physical Work Address

3199 D Road, Grand Junction, CO 81504

Department Contact Information

[email protected]

How To Apply

Please submit an online application for this position at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/colorado. 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.

+ Description

+ Benefits

+ Questions

Department Information

This position will be accepting applications from residents and non-residents of Colorado. This announcement is open to potential candidates who are legal residents of the United States. All legal residents of the United States are eligible to apply and compete. If appointed to a position, applicants from outside of Colorado will be required to relocate to Colorado prior to their start date, at their own expense.

Please Note: This posting will be open until filled (and filling multiple vacancies), not extending beyond 12 months. All applications will be reviewed as they come in until all positions are filled. We advise applicants to apply early.

Office of Adult, Aging and Disability Services - Grand Junction Regional Centers

About Grand Junction Regional Center:

Grand Junction Regional Center (GJRC) is a collection of group homes that serves adult individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) who need additional support to stabilize and return to community residential settings. GJRC's focus is on improving outcomes for individuals with IDD as well as promoting community integration. GJRC has a total of 10 homes nestled throughout established neighborhoods of Grand Valley. These homes feature warm, comfortable living spaces and private, fenced backyards with recreation equipment.

Most State of Colorado employees are eligible for a great benefit package! Please see the Supplemental Information section below for details! (https://dhr.colorado.gov/state-employees/state-of-colorado-employee-benefits)

CDHSCareers

Description of Job

No experience is necessary, only a strong desire to learn!

Are you looking for a rewarding career in healthcare?

Do you enjoy helping people reach their full potential?

Are you interested in learning how to support adults with developmental and/or intellectual disabilities to live fulfilling and independent lives?

Advancement Opportunities and Ability to grow in the position!

About the Position:

Health Care Service Trainee positions give hands-on direct care to our clients who are individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. These positions exist to provide quality health care, personal hygiene maintenance, achievement of personal outcomes, and a therapeutic milieu in a home-like environment for up to 12 individuals with developmental disabilities and mental illness.

Duties in this role include:

+ Receive and understand training provided in areas such as nursing skills, medication administration, intellectual and developmental disability theory and practice, human growth and development, behavior management, and supports and services

+ Support individuals by the implementation of behavior programs and positive redirection techniques

+ Communicate with individuals who are elderly or have impaired physical capacity

+ Provide Infection Control, Safety, and emergency procedures

+ Prevent and report abuse and/or neglect

+ Apply knowledge and techniques in residential areas of providing care and instruction in daily activities, including meal preparation, eating; bathing, personal hygiene; social skills; recreation activities; housekeeping and laundry; safety and transportation, all with a training approach to ensure personal outcomes

+ Apply knowledge and techniques when provided a posting of duties, and safely provide daily activities during a specified time frame

+ Apply knowledge in implementing assigned individualized supports and services for people including behavior, social, recreation, work, and specialized therapies

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

Experience:

+ None

OR

Education and Experience:

+ None

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 (https://spb.colorado.gov/) website.

+ You or your representative must sign and submit the official appeal form for review.

+ You can find the official appeal form here (https://spb.colorado.gov/sites/spb/files/documents/Consolidated%20Appeal%20-%20Form%20-%202025.pdf) .

+ You must be 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 (https://spb.colorado.gov/board-rules) webpage.

Supplemental Information

+ How to apply to the State of Colorado (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bKuwGdPpOW0) (YouTube Video, Runtime 3:59, Closed Captions Available)

+ The Assessment Process (https://cdhs.colorado.gov/information-for-job-applicants#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 (https://www.colorado.gov/cdhs) (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 (https://dhr.colorado.gov/state-employees/state-employee-benefits/medical-benefits) and dental (https://dhr.colorado.gov/state-employees/state-employee-benefits/dental-insurance) health plans

+ Employer-supplemented Health Savings Account

+ Paid life insurance

+ Short- and long-term disability coverage (https://dhr.colorado.gov/state-employees/state-employee-benefits/disability-insurance)

+ 11 paid holidays per year, plus vacation and sick leave

+ State of Colorado Employee BenefitHub Resource Center (https://stateofcolorado.benefithub.com/app/home)

+ 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 (https://dhr.colorado.gov/dhr-resources/student-loan-forgiveness-programs) .

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.

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.

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At the bottom of this job posting are 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.

+ This information is available to me and I have read this information.

+ 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.)

02

Your legal name is used in the hiring process for background checks. Did you use your full legal name in your application? If not, please update your information before submitting your application.

+ Yes

+ No

03

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

04

Former State employees who were disciplinarily terminated or resigned in lieu of termination must disclose the information on the application. In the space below, please provide an explanation as to why the prior termination or resignation should NOT disqualify your application from the current position.

05

Do you possess, and are you willing to maintain a valid US unrestricted License, as required by this position?

+ Yes

+ No

06

Are you willing and able to report to work during inclement weather?

+ Yes

+ No

07

Are you willing and able to work any shift or day of the week that you may be assigned including nights, weekends, holidays and back-to-back shifts?

+ Yes

+ No

08

The person in this position will work with vulnerable populations. Pre-employment screening, which may consist of fingerprinting and physical assessment will be conducted as part of the selection process. Are you willing to meet this requirement?

+ Yes

+ No

09

Are you willing to work with people who may display confrontational, manipulative, violent, and/or assaultive behavior?

+ Yes

+ No

10

Are you willing to physically intervene with people when necessary?

+ Yes

+ No

11

Using a paragraph format please explain why you are interested in working with individuals that have intellectual/developmental disabilities.

12

During the summer months, do not leave the hose running all day in your yards. Flush your toilet only when necessary. Please try to take a shallow bath instead of a shower in the morning." The main idea of this passage is:

+ Hygiene

+ Toilet Training

+ Water Conservation

+ Time Management

+ Obedience to Authority

13

The scientist did not know how to get himself out of this nodus. He knew if he revealed the discovery to his bosses, they would use it to unleash destruction on mankind. And yet, in the right hands, it could do much good as well." Based on this passage, "a nodus" is what?

+ A cramp in the neck

+ A vegetable shaped like a turnip

+ A pair of hair combs made of tortoise shell

+ A difficult situation

+ An elevator that goes sideways

14

Please calculate the percentage for the following number sets. a. 11 of 60 b. 10 of 100 c. 15 of 75

15

How many years of experience do you have in teaching basic life skills?

+ 0-6months of experience

+ 6 months to 1 year of experience.

+ 1- 2 years of experience

+ 2-3 years of experience

+ Over 3 years experience

16

How many years of Customer Service experience do you have?

+ I have no customer service experience.

+ 6months to 1 year of Customer Service Experience

+ 1-2-years of customer service experience

+ 2-3 years of customer service experience

+ Over 3 years of customer service

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