HEALTH CARE TECHNICIAN I (with students who are Blind / Visually Impaired) - Student Life ProgramsPrint (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/colorado/jobs/newprint/4671568) ApplyHEALTH CARE TECHNICIAN I (with students who are Blind / Visually Impaired) - Student Life ProgramsSalary $3,409.00 - $4,773.00 MonthlyLocation Colorado Springs, COJob TypeFull TimeJob NumberDBA02405 - DBA02219DepartmentDepartment of EducationOpening Date10/03/2024Closing Date10/18/2024 11:59 PM MountainFLSADetermined by PositionType of AnnouncementThis position is open only to Colorado state residents.FLSA StatusNon-Exempt; position is eligible for overtime compensation.Salary NoteAlthough the full salary range for this position is provided, appointments are typically made at or near the range minimum.Primary Physical Work AddressColorado School for the Deaf and the Blind (CSDB); 33 North Institute Street; Colorado Springs, CO 80903How To ApplyPlease 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.Department Contact InformationColorado School for the Deaf and the Blind; Attention: Human Resources Office; 33 North Institute Street; Colorado Springs, CO 80903; FAX#: (719) 578-2239
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Department Informationcsdb.colorado.govVision Statement: CSDB aspires to be an exemplary global resource for families and professionals that excels in preparing diverse learners to transform the world with PRIDE: Positive attitude, Respect, Independence, Determination, and Excellence.Mission Statement: The Colorado School for the Deaf and the Blind (CSDB), in collaboration with families, school districts and community partners, educates and inspires learners throughout the state, birth through age 21, to achieve their full human potential through comprehensive, individualized academic, transition, residential and outreach programs and resourcesDescription of JobThese are full-time positions (0.85 FTE) scheduled to work 40 hours per week on an academic-year schedule (approximately August to mid-June, as per the established school calendar, subject to change), and is assigned to work in the Student Life Programs.The purpose of the Student Life Programis to provide Deaf/hard-of-hearing, blind/visually impaired and/or emotionally/behaviorally disturbed students with a residential living arrangement that reflects a home-like setting in an educational environment. The position of Health Care Technician I (with students who are Blind/Visually Impaired)is responsible to ensure the safety, accountability and well-being of residential students through the after-school hours, and to offer support and learning opportunities presented by the curriculum (a program for the development of living skills) and through collaboration with other staff members who work with assigned students.Duties include but are not limited to: Ensure a safe environment:Account for the presence/absence of all students; continue this accountability by knowledge and follow-up of student's whereabouts every 10 minutes and throughout the shift. Ensure the security of the building. Ensure the dorm is left in a neat and orderly manner before the shift changes. Responsible for "light cleaning" such as dusting, sweeping, vacuuming, and tidying up as needed. Report to the maintenance department if some areas require extensive cleaning. Perform other related duties as assigned; e.g., clean-up bodily fluids when such incident occurs.Behavior management:Discuss any medical, behavioral, emotional, or physical concerns with the previous shift supervisor(s). Contact appropriate departments as needed (i.e., teachers, nursing staff, counseling services, etc.) to share pertinent information.Assist with bulletin board information:Assist as needed or requested with the bulletin boards focusing on current events, information, holidays or topics related to interests of the students in collaboration with other staff. Create visually and tactually stimulating environments for the students, such as information boards, educational charts, and augmentative materials.Assist with activities:Provide assistance to other dorm personnel with dorm activities to ensure adequate supervision of students. Work collaboratively with other staff focusing on student progress needs (emotional, social, academic, etc.). Responsible for sharing pertinent information with other staff and supervisors relating to student counts, shift activity, student incidents, etc.Cafeteria Supervision:Transport special needs students (wheelchair, mobility-assisted) to dining area; ensure proper eating skills and social behavior during mealtimes through observation and hands-on instruction. This includes training for students with special needs such as plate guards, special utensils, and dietary concerns and restrictions. Return students to the dormitory; supervise students while they prepare for classroom activity. Personally escort special needs students to their classes/dorms.Transportation of students; Bus duty:Participate in Busy Duty as scheduled; drive school vehicles to transport students to Denver, to include during potential inclement weather. Drive students in state vehicles to support activities such as after-school programs, dorm activities, sports, and school-sponsored activities that occur off-campus. Supervise students while they are transported to and from school. Phone duty; contact parents via phone and sometimes interpreting conversations.Support instruction:Encourage development of proper socialization by instructing in/or using problem-solving techniques, behavior modification, discipline policy, and individual and/or group meetings.Professional development/training:Participate in mandatory training and workshops. Acquire and maintain necessary certification (e.g., Child Abuse Reporting, CPR and First Aid, Nonviolent Crisis Intervention, Discipline and Behavior Management, etc.). Participate in scheduled team meetings. Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal RightsMinimum QualificationsEducation/Licensure/Certification/Experience: High school diploma or General Education Diploma (GED) No Substitutions Preferred Qualifications Experience working with children / youth who are blind/visually impaired OR Deaf/Hard-of-Hearing, Deafblind, or special needs children (e.g,. paid child care, teaching, counseling, etc.). NOTE:Experience working with children / youth must be described in detail on the on-line application to receive credit.Additional Necessary Special QualificationProficiency in American Sign Language (ASL) or willing to obtain, as demonstrated by an appropriate assessment tool and according to school policy/procedures.Conditions of Employment
Persons applying for this position must be willing to work an academic-year schedule (August to June,) as per established School Calendar, subject to change.
Shift work requiredafternoon/evening/graveyard, weekends, holidays as required. Shift assignments are subject to change. This position is eligible for shift differential pay.
Health Care Technician positions at CSDB are designated as "essential services" positions, and the persons selected for these positions are required to be on duty to perform essential and/or emergency services of the State / school without delay or interruption to ensure health, safety and welfare, regardless of inclement weather conditions.
Health Care Technician I positions at CSDB are non-exempt, and employees in these positions are eligible to receive overtime pay, with a condition of employment that overtime work must be appropriately authorized in advance and may be paid in compensatory time in lieu of cash payment.
Applicants must be willing and able to: work with children who have emotional problems and who might pose a physical threat (with appropriate training); lift and/or transfer children weighing up to 50 pounds; walk and/or stand for 6-8 hours during a work shift; clean up bodily fluids and perform some unpleasant tasks (with prior training on safe procedures); do some light housekeeping (e.g., cleaning, laundry, vacuuming, dusting, cooking, etc.).
Possession of a current, valid State of Colorado Driver's License (Regular), if assigned to transport students please provide a copy with application.
Must successfully complete annual Colorado Department of Education (CDE) Transportation/driver training requirements if assigned to transport students.
Selected applicant(s) will be required to submit to and pass a background check, to include Colorado and Federal criminal history checks, employment verification, and professional/personal reference checks.
Effective September 20, 2021, employees are required to attest to and verify that they are fully vaccinated for COVID-19. Employees who have not been fully vaccinated may be required to submit to serial testing in the future. Upon hire, new employees will have three (3) business days to provide attestation to their status with proof of vaccination. Vaccinated employees must provide proof of vaccination.
Note: Fully Vaccinated means two (2) weeks after a second dose in a two-dose series of the Covid-19 vaccine, such as the Pfizer or Moderna vaccine, or two (2) weeks after the single-dose vaccine, such as Johnson & Johnson's Janssen vaccine, as defined by the most recent State of Colorado's Public Health Order and current guidance issued by the Colorado Department of Public Health & Environment.
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Ability to work effectively with students who are blind/visually impaired OR Deaf/Hard-of-Hearing and/or Deafblind and who may have additional disabilities/special needs.
Knowledge of and ability to assess and apply technology to perform the requirements of the position; ability to effectively utilize a variety of computer software applications, which may include but is not limited to e-mail, Internet, word processing, electronic calendar, presentation development, spreadsheet, database, etc.; willingness to stay current and developed skills as needed with or without direct support from CSDB.
Ability to respond effectively and positively to feedback; ability to participate effectively in a team setting and to work independently; strong interpersonal and communication skills; effective organization skills; effective problem-solving skills.
A courteous, professional, and helpful attitude in the role of CSDB representative.
APPEAL RIGHTS:If you receive notice that you have been eliminated from consideration for the position, you may protest the action by filing an appeal with the State Personnel Board/State Personnel Director within 10 days from the date you receive notice of the elimination.Also, if you wish to challenge the selection and comparative analysis process, you may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board/State Personnel Director within 10 days from the receipt of notice or knowledge of the action you are challenging.Refer to Chapters 4 and 8 of the State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Director's Administrative Procedures, 4 CCR 801, for more information about the appeals process. The State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Director's Administrative Procedures are available atwww.colorado.gov/spb (https://spb.colorado.gov/) .A standard appeal form is available atwww.colorado.gov/spb (https://spb.colorado.gov/) . If you appeal, your appeal must be submitted in writing on the official appeal form, signed by you or your representative, and received at the following address within 10 days of your receipt of notice or knowledge of the action: Colorado State Personnel Board/State Personnel Director, Attn: Appeals Processing, 1525 Sherman Street, 4th Floor, Denver, CO 80203. Fax: 303-866-5038. Phone: 303-866-3300. The ten-day deadline and these appeal procedures also apply to all charges of discrimination. Supplemental InformationPlease note that communication relative to this position will occur primarily via e-mail correspondence.How To Apply:In addition to the submission of a complete on-line application (to include salary history and references), please upload the items listed below to the on-line application:
Applicants are encouraged to submit a current resume. Resumes willnotbe acceptedin lieu of a complete application.
Applicants are encouraged to submit recent letters of recommendation (with signature).
A copy of current, valid State of Colorado Drivers' License must be submitted with application.
If applicable, transcripts must be provided with the application to verify education.
Complete applications must be received by the application deadline / closing date; postmarks will not suffice as timely receipt (for applications not submitted on-line).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 first, ensure your documents are PDF or Microsoft Word files, and second, close the document before you attempt upload (attach) it. Important Information:Applications are part of the selection process and will be reviewed by a qualified Human Resources Specialist to determine if applicants meet the minimum qualifications for this position. Applications may also be used as a part of the comparative analysis process to rank candidates and identify a top group for interview. Read this job announcement carefully before completing the on-line application. Applications must specifically address/support applicant qualifications as they relate to the requirements listed in 'Description of Job' and 'Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions and Conditions of Employment/Additional Requirements' sections.If applicable, official transcripts and/or other supporting documentation must be provided with the application to verify education / minimum qualifications / substitution / additional requirements (unofficial or copies of transcripts may serve as temporary verification only; applicant(s) selected for hire will be required to provide official transcripts to verify education). Failure to complete the application properly and include required information and/or documents, or if applications do not demonstrate that experience and/or education are consistent with the categories listed on this announcement, may result in the applicant not being considered for this position. Also, in order to be considered for this position, complete applications must be received by the application deadline/closing date. Applicants will be notified of the results of this review.Please refer to the CO-Jobs State Employment Opportunities website (careers.colorado.gov (https://www.colorado.gov/dhr/jobs) ) for the following information:
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Compensation / Benefits:For more information about insurance benefits, visit the State of Colorado website:https://www.colorado.gov/dhr/benefits.The State of Colorado believes thatequity, diversity, and inclusiondrive 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. The Colorado School for the Deaf and the Blind (CSDB) is committed to the full inclusion of 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, including completing the application process, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, participating in the employee selection process, and/or to perform 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 our ADAAA Coordinator, Joseph Bloom / Human Resources Manager, at email: jbloom@csdb.org or call (719) 578-2114. 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.01 Applicants for State of Colorado classified positions must be current residents of Colorado. Are you a current resident of the State of Colorado who can provide proof of Colorado residency?
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Are you a current or previous employee of the State of Colorado? If yes, please describe current or former employment (i.e., Name of State Agency, Classification, Dates of Employment, F/T or P/T, etc.).
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As a condition of employment, selected applicant(s) will be required to submit to and pass a background check, to include Colorado and Federal criminal history checks, employment verification, and professional / personal reference checks. Employment verification and reference checks may be conducted without applicant authorization. Are you willing to submit to a background check as described, as a condition of employment?
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As per 'Description of Job' and 'Conditions of Employment', applicants for these positions must be willing and able to perform the duties/tasks detailed below. Please check all duties/tasks you are willing and able to perform:
work with children who have emotional problems and who might pose a physical threat (with appropriate training)
lift and/or transfer children weighing up to 50 pounds
walk and/or stand for 6-8 hours during a work shift
clean up bodily fluids and perform some unpleasant tasks (with prior training on safe procedures)
do some light housekeeping (e.g., cleaning, laundry, vacuuming, dusting, cooking, etc.)
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The position of Health Care Technician I (with students who are Blind/Visually Impaired) is subject to the following conditions of employment: (1) must be willing to work an academic-year schedule (August to June), as per established School Calendar, subject to change; (2) Shift work required afternoon/ evening/ graveyard, split shifts and/or weekends, holidays as may be required; (3) designation as "essential services" personnel required to be on duty to perform essential and/or emergency services of the State / school without delay or interruption, regardless of inclement weather conditions. Are you able and willing to accept these conditions of employment?
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Do you possess a current, valid State of Colorado Driver's License (Regular)? If yes, please provide/upload a copy of your license with your application.
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Are you wiling and able to learn American Sign Language (ASL)?
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If you were referred from a current CSDB Staff member, please provide their name.
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