Veterans Residential Facility Worker - Rocky Hill, United States - State of Connecticut

State of Connecticut Rocky Hill, United States

3 weeks ago

Description

Introduction

Are you looking for the next step in your career? Looking for somewhere with growth potential? Learn more and apply today to be a crucial part of supporting Connecticut veterans Join the Department of Veterans Affairs () as a We're looking for an experienced individual to support veterans transitioning to community living. In this role, you'll guide daily activities, encourage program participation, help manage stress, organize social events, maintain a safe environment, and collaborate with case management. Read on to learn more and apply POSITION HIGHLIGHTS:

Work Schedule: Full-time (40 hours weekly)

Work Hours: 3rd Shift (11:00 p.m. - 7:00 a.m.) with a rotating schedule that includes every other weekend off, as well as alternating Tuesdays and Fridays off

Location: Rocky Hill, CT

WHY THE STATE OF CONNECTICUT:

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Be part of the prestigious Forbes-ranked State of Connecticut, recognized as one of the . Experience national acclaim for providing unparalleled job growth, competitive benefits, and flexible schedules.

Enjoy endless opportunities for professional growth and development

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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

MORE ABOUT US: For over 140 years the State of Connecticut 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;

: a state-of-the-art medical facility that offers long-term care for veterans with chronic, disabling conditions who require 24-hour assistance.

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Selection Plan

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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 with practices related to the care of individuals in a residential facility

Experience implementing behavioral/rehabilitative interventions with individuals

Experience leading resident centered activities

Experience recognizing concerns related to substance abuse with individuals

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.

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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