Developmental Services Worker 1 - Opolis, United States - State of Connecticut

State of Connecticut Opolis, United States

2 weeks ago

Description

Introduction

Unlock Your Potential with DDS South Region: Join Our Team as a (DSW1) The , Department of Developmental Services () – West Region - currently has two full-time job opportunities for DSW1 located at the White Plains Rd Respite Center, Trumbull; and the Spruce Brook Respite Center, Soutbury. What we can you:

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Extensive pension plan and supplemental retirement offerings.

Generous paid time off, including 13 paid holidays per calendar year.

Professional growth and development opportunities.

A healthy work/life balance to all employees.

What you will be doing: As a DSW1, we would empower you to work as part of a team in an intensive programming effort designed for the care, guidance, supervision and training of individuals. This would include:

Implementing programs and procedures to Agency standards

Provide assistance and instruction to individuals in activities of daily living

Participate in therapeutic programs for development of individuals capabilities

Other duties as assigned

Position Details

Employment: Full-time (70 hours/biweekly)

Shifts: 2nd

PCN 15608 / White Plains Rd Respite, Trumbull Friday 2p-10:45p; Saturday 2p-10:45p; Sunday 2p-10:45p; Thursday 2p-10:45p (Regular Days Off Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday)

PCN 18441 / Spruce Brook Respite, Southbury Friday 2p-10:45p; Saturday 2p-10:45p; Sunday 2p-10:45p; Thursday 2p-10:45p (Regular Days Off Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday)

However, work schedule flexibility is required in order to meet the demands of the job.

Salary Information

New hires into State service will be paid at a rate of $23.41/hour. Upon successful completion of the working test period, the Employee shall be compensated at $24.50/hour.

Current DDS employees $44,751 - $60,671 yearly based on experience.

Selection Plan

Additional Recruitment Information:

CURRENT EMPLOYEES CAN APPLY IN ACCORDANCE WITH ARTICLE 15

Must have a valid driver's license

Will be required to travel

May be required to work nights and weekends

Will be required to obtain an F-Endorsement on their driver's license by the completion of the working test period.
For Assistance in Applying: Please or our Applicant Tips on How to Apply Application Process: This position will be filled in accordance with contractual language, reemployment, SEBAC, transfer, promotion and merit employment rules. For current state employees, salary calculations are not necessarily comparable from branch to branch but it does not impact your state service credit. In order to comply with Public Act 21-69, the State of Connecticut is no longer asking for resumes during the initial application process. In order to be considered for this job opening, you must meet the minimum qualifications as listed on the job opening. You must specify your qualifications on your application. The minimum experience and training requirements must be met by the close date, unless otherwise specified. The immediate vacancy is listed above, however, applications to this recruitment may be used for future vacancies in this job class. All application materials must be received by the recruiting agency by the time specified on the job opening for the position for which you are applying. Late applications may not be submitted and will not be considered. Exceptions are rare and limited to documented events that incapacitate a candidate during the entire duration of the job posting time period. It is the candidate's obligation and responsibility to request an exception and provide a legally recognized justification to accommodate such exception. Requests should be made to . Please ensure that your application is complete. You will be unable to make revisions once you officially submit your application to the state of Connecticut. Selection Process: This posting may require completion of additional referral questions (RQs) which will be sent to you via email after the closing date. The email notification will include an expiration date by which you must submit (Finish) your responses. Please regularly check your email for notifications. Please check your SPAM and/or Junk folders, as emails could end up there in error. During the recruitment process, applicants may be required to submit additional documentation supporting their qualification(s) for this position. These documents may include performance reviews, supervisory references, college transcripts, licensure, etc. at the discretion of the agency. Read through this helpful link to . Contact Information: If you require an accommodation to participate fully and fairly under the provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), please contact Tommy Wilson, EEO Specialist 1 at or . Due to the large volume of applications received, we are unable to provide confirmation of receipt or status during the recruitment process. Should you have any questions pertaining to this recruitment, please contact Christopher Lavallee at .

PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK)

In the Department of Developmental Services this class is accountable for acting as part of a team in an intensive programming effort designed for the care, guidance, supervision and training of individuals.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

Receives training in, then independently implements, policies and procedures designed to achieve objectives of a program for individuals with an intellectual disability;

Provides assistance and instruction to individuals in activities of daily living;

Participates in therapeutic programs for development of individuals capabilities;

Provides guidance and instruction to individuals in development of desirable personal habits, hygiene and social relationships;

Implements individual program plans;

Participates in preparation, serving and feeding of meals;

Performs housekeeping duties necessary to maintain a clean and healthy environment;

Participates in social and recreational activities;

Reinforces appropriate individual behavior through modification techniques;

May administer selected oral medications with appropriate training;

Performs related duties as required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY

Considerable interpersonal skills; oral and written communication skills;

Ability to develop a positive relationship with individuals; train individuals in self care habits, personal hygiene and proper social conduct; understand and carry out written and oral instructions.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Experience and/or training that could be expected to provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities listed above.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Experience working with individuals with Intellectual and/or Developmental Disabilities.

Experience with modern methods of working with individuals with and intellectual disability or related conditions.

Experience with challenging individuals.

Experience interacting with and explaining information to individuals in a fast-paced environment that involves considerable phone and email contact.

Experience driving wheelchair vans.

Experience with overhead lift systems.

Medication Certification.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Incumbents in this class may be required to possess and maintain their Medication Certification as defined by the Connecticut Board of Examiners for Nursing Declaratory Ruling – Delegation by Licensed Nurses to Unlicensed Assistive Personnel,; when working in a location that does not have 24 hour nursing care.

Incumbents in this class may be required to be bilingual or fluent in American Sign Language.

Incumbents in this class may be required to possess and retain a valid Connecticut Motor Vehicle Operator's license, Public Passenger Endorsement or Commercial Driver's license for designated positions.

Incumbents in this class may be required to travel.

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 and restrain individuals; may have significant exposure to communicable/infectious diseases and to risk of injury from assaultive/abusive individuals; may be exposed to strongly disagreeable conditions.

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.

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

As defined by Sec of the Connecticut General Statutes, a job class is a position or group of positions that share general characteristics and are categorized under a single title for administrative purposes. As such, a job class is not meant to be all-inclusive of every task and/or responsibility.

Overview

Employee Benefits As a State of Connecticut employee you may be entitled to a host of benefits that are not only attractive, but also may be portable should your career bring you to other avenues of state service. From 13 paid holidays to accruing vacation time, being a State of Connecticut employee not only gives you the opportunity to make a difference in someone's life, but the time to enjoy your own. Listed below are just some of the benefits the State of Connecticut offers depending on the position you hold:

Health & Dental Insurance

Accrued Vacation, Personal and Sick Leave (Subject to the appropriate bargaining union contract or state statute and regulations.)

Retirement Plan

Group Life Insurance

Supplemental Benefits Voluntary Defined Contribution Plans Flexible Spending Accounts (Dependent Care Program, Medical Flexible Spending, and Qualified Transportation) Supplemental Benefits Programs (Auto and Home Insurance, plus Short and Long Term Disability) Life Insurance

State of CT Tuition Reimbursement Program

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