Entry Level /No Experience Required - Health Care Services Trainee I - Pueblo Regional Center

State of Colorado•Pueblo, CO

10d•Onsite

About The Position

The Health Care Services Trainee I assists with implementing each resident’s Individual Program Plan (IPP) at Pueblo Regional Center. Under the direction of LPT, LPN, RN, and CNA staff and within the scope of training provided, the position administers and documents residential, therapy, medical, and behavior-related objectives; supports residents’ activities of daily living; and teaches self-help skills using a training approach. The role also helps residents develop social skills, participate in recreation, and meet transportation needs while protecting their rights and quality of life. The position may administer oxygen and over-the-counter treatments, monitor feeding pumps, assist with lifting or pivoting residents, and transport people to day programs, medical appointments, court hearings, and community activities. It also responds to medical emergencies and behavioral challenges, using trained de-escalation, redirection, and physical intervention techniques with the least restrictive measures available. Pueblo Regional Center provides 24-hour treatment services in a safe, healthy environment for individuals with intellectual disabilities and mental illness. This is a 24/7 facility, and the employee must be available to work any shift, day, or area as agency needs require. The position is open to current Colorado residents, who must remain Colorado residents throughout employment.

Requirements

No experience or education is required for the minimum qualifications.
Must be a Colorado resident when applying and remain a Colorado resident throughout employment.
Must possess a valid, unrestricted Colorado Driver’s License.
Must be available to work any shift, any day, and in any area to meet agency needs.
Must be able to travel to remote work sites and use a State vehicle to transport individuals; if a State vehicle is unavailable for other travel, a personal vehicle may be used with mileage reimbursement.
Must demonstrate the ability to lift 50 pounds, bend, kneel, squat, and perform interventions proficiently throughout employment.
Must complete required background checks and screening, including applicable criminal history, fingerprint, database, reference, and license checks, and a drug screen.
Must complete a TB test and receive influenza and other state-required vaccines.
An on-call status is required.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or GED.
CNA, QMAP, or LPT DD or MI credential.
Good work history.
Eagerness to help others.
Good communication and writing skills.
Relevant years of State service experience.

Responsibilities

Implement and document residential, therapy, medical, and behavior-related objectives identified in residents’ Individual Program Plans, under the direction of LPT, LPN, RN, and CNA staff and within the scope of training provided.
Administer oxygen and over-the-counter treatments and monitor feeding pumps.
Perform or assist with activities of daily living and train residents in meal preparation, personal hygiene, social skills, recreation, housekeeping, laundry, safety, and transportation.
De-escalate agitating behaviors and use trained redirection and physical intervention techniques when needed, using the least restrictive measures available.
Transport residents to day program sites, medical appointments, court hearings, and community activities using a State vehicle.
Protect the rights of residents and enhance their quality of life.
Respond to medical emergencies and perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

PERA Defined Benefit Plan or PERA Defined Contribution Plan, plus 401(k) and 457 plans.
Medical and dental health plans.
Employer-supplemented Health Savings Account.
Paid life insurance.
Short- and long-term disability coverage.
11 paid holidays per year, plus vacation and sick leave.
State of Colorado Employee BenefitHub Resource Center.
Employee Wellness program.
Work-life programs, including flexible schedules and training.
Remote work arrangements for eligible positions.
Some positions may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.