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

Colorado; Grand Junction (CO); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization dedicated to supporting adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. As a Health Care Service Trainee, you'll provide essential care and foster a nurturing environment for individuals to thrive. This role offers opportunities for personal growth and professional advancement while making a meaningful impact in the lives of others. With a strong emphasis on community integration and support, you will be part of a team that prioritizes a people-first approach and values diversity. Embrace a rewarding career in healthcare where your contributions truly matter.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Paid Leave

Flexible Schedules

Remote Work Options

Retirement Plans

Wellness Programs

Student Loan Forgiveness Programs

Qualifications

• No experience required; strong desire to learn is essential.
• Training in nursing skills and medication administration provided.

Responsibilities

• Provide hands-on direct care to clients with IDD.
• Support individuals in daily living activities and personal hygiene.
• Implement infection control and emergency procedures.

Skills

Nursing Skills

Medication Administration

Behavior Management

Communication Skills

Personal Care Support

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Most State of Colorado employees are eligible for a great benefit package! Please see the Supplemental Information section below for details!

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

Grand Junction Regional Center (GJRC) is a collection of group homes serving adult individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) who need additional support to stabilize and return to community residential settings. GJRC focuses on improving outcomes for individuals with IDD and promoting community integration. It has 10 homes throughout the Grand Valley neighborhoods, featuring warm, comfortable living spaces, private fenced backyards, and recreation equipment.

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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 supporting adults with developmental and/or intellectual disabilities to live fulfilling and independent lives? Opportunities for advancement and growth are available!

About the Position:

Health Care Service Trainees provide hands-on direct care to clients with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Responsibilities include delivering quality healthcare, maintaining personal hygiene, achieving personal outcomes, and fostering a therapeutic environment in a home-like setting for up to 12 individuals.

Duties include:

• Training in nursing skills, medication administration, disability theory and practice, human growth and development, behavior management, supports and services
• Supporting individuals through behavior programs and positive redirection
• Communicating with elderly or physically impaired individuals
• Implementing infection control, safety, and emergency procedures
• Preventing and reporting abuse and neglect
• Providing daily living activities support, including meal prep, personal hygiene, social skills, recreation, housekeeping, laundry, safety, and transportation
• Implementing individualized supports for behavior, social, recreation, work, and therapies

Experience:

• None required

Education and Experience:

• None required

Conditions of Employment:

• Background checks, including CBI name check, fingerprint, court databases, references, professional license verification, drug screening, PREA, Trails, CAPS
• Availability to work any shift, any day, in any area
• Valid US Driver License
• TB test upon hire, vaccinations as required
• Willingness to work shifts, nights, weekends, holidays
• Ability to exert force/lift, stoop, kneel, crouch, push, pull, reach
• Must report to work to ensure safety and welfare
• Former State employees with disciplinary history must disclose and explain prior termination or resignation

Appeal Rights:

If you are eliminated from consideration, you may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board within ten days of notice, using the official form sent via email, mail, or fax.

How to Apply:

Click here for application help. For additional questions, contact [e-mail].

About Us:

Join the Colorado Department of Human Services to build a meaningful career. We offer retirement plans, health insurance, paid leave, discounts, wellness programs, flexible schedules, remote work options, and more. Some roles may qualify for student loan forgiveness programs. Learn more at this link.

Our Values:

• People-first approach: We develop a culture that energizes and supports our team.
• Balance: We promote resilience through flexibility and wellness.
• Accountability: We take responsibility for our actions and results.
• Transparency: We are open and honest.
• Ethics: We prioritize doing what is right.
• Collaboration: We work together for the best outcomes.

We are committed to diversity and culturally responsive services. We encourage responses from diverse backgrounds and abilities.

ADA Accommodations:

We provide reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities. Contact our ADA Coordinator at [e-mail] or call 1-800-929-0791.

~THE STATE OF COLORADO IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER~