Health Professional V- Community Engagement & Integration Director GJRC

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About Community Engagement and Integration
This work unit provides Community Engagement and Integration at Grand Junction Regional Center, which consists of supported employment, vocational, training and habilitation services to waiver and ICF individuals. These services are provided in compliance with Local, State, and Federal standards.

About the Position:
The Director of Community Engagement & Integration provides guidance and vision to GJRC’s day habilitation and supported employment programs, working to achieve full integration for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Inspired by Colorado’s Employment First initiative, GJRC strives to open pathways to employment appropriate to the hopes, goals, and abilities of each of the individuals it supports. Under this responsibility, the position is accountable for meeting all regulatory and funding requirements agency-wide and supervising all of the functions and systems related to the delivery of

Program and supported employment services. Services are currently provided in both ICF and waiver homes, at the Developmental Center building, ICF group homes, and in the community, to approximately 80 individuals Duties in this position include:

Program Management:

provide visionary leadership and guidance for the Community Engagement and Integration Program department, with a particular focus on community connections, promoting, and advancing Pathways to Employment programs
supervises and coordinates activities of employees
manages the overall day-to-day operation of Community Engagement and Integration Programming Services,

areas include the development, writing, and delivery of individual residential training programs, addressing individual health and safety standards, and the monitoring of environmental issues following best practice standards, State, Federal, and Agency regulations
exercises Administrative responsibilities in the areas of hiring, performance planning, performance evaluation, and corrective action
implements and designs strategies, policies and procedures, systems, guidelines, process for Community Engagement and Integration Services and develops monitoring systems to assure compliance of State and Federal regulations pertaining to Community Engagement and Integration Program Services
coordinates delivery of Community Engagement and Integration Program Services with other agency services (residential, case management, medical, therapy) to ensure progress toward person-centered and agency goals
initiates appropriate changes in the delivery of Community Engagement and Integration in response to resident and Agency goals and/or priorities
works in conjunction with other disciplines to determine the appropriate level of staffing assignments as they relate to the needs of each resident
exercises administrative responsibilities by direct line supervision over Community Engagement and Integration Staff in the areas of performance planning, evaluation, and management, including staff selection from eligible lists, staff assignments, and progressive discipline
implements and monitors daily operations of Day Programming to ensure compliance with standards
assures staff are trained in core competencies of the agency and discipline as well as in the implementation of individual programs
observes, monitors, and ensures direct support staff are following routines, implementing Individual Residential Plans, and providing for the health and safety of individuals in the residential sites. Responsible for implementing progressive discipline if direct support staff are not adhering to established standards, protocols and programs
coordinates the delivery of services with other agency services e.g., case management, medical therapy, etc., to ensure the individual's well-being
ensures therapy and behavioral services are implemented and documented working with individuals' parents and guardians as appropriate
guarantees the highest quality of person-centered services and activities that are informed by individualized goals, positive behavioral supports, and rigorous data-keeping
actively pursues initiatives to improve, enhance, and grow programs for the benefit of participants and the long-term promotion of GJRC’s image and DRC’s mission, including the cultivation of productive relationships with all stakeholders
Budgetary Management:
as a member of the agency management team, assists in the development of a strategic plan and assists with budget preparation and implementation under agency policies and procedures, as well as state and federal regulations
ensures that contractual obligations are met for any existing work contracts with community vendors (vending)
makes monthly and/or quarterly financial reports to Finance as requested
oversite and reporting of staff expenditures will also be required
identifies new income possibilities for individuals supported through community involvement (Supported Employment), contractual work, and/or resident-produced items
responsible for ensuring all residents are paid the appropriate wage according to state and federal rules and submits pay detail sheets weekly for residents to get paid
Appointing Authority Leadership and Mentoring:

provide leadership to all Community Engagement and Integration areas and will mentor staff to their highest potential
counsels, corrects, and mediates as needed for staff members
monitor, record, and evaluate each FTE supervised
performance plans and evaluations utilizing the PMP evaluation system, hiring, distributing corrective action, disciplinary action, and terminations as necessary
must attend multiple facility meetings including, but not limited to: Program Services Management, Management Meeting, QAPI, Budgetary meetings, Community Engagement and Integration Meetings, TA meetings, Safety meetings, and any other meeting that arises in the course of assigned duties
Other Duties as Assigned:

performs other non-specified duties, as requested by the Director or other senior leadership
utilizes a state vehicle or personal vehicle to travel to ensure adequate staffing which may involve providing direct care coverage
assures adequate resource deployment in the areas of staff assignments, budget planning, analysis, allocation, and accountability, materials and equipment, and monitors daily operation to ensure compliance with directives
serves as a duty officer to consult with staff after hours
Education and Experience:
Baccalaureate from an accredited college or university in the area of Education, Social Work, Psychology, or related field
AND
Four (4) years of professional experience in an occupational field related to the work assigned to the position with at least

ONE (1)

year of experience in a supervisory Human Services role
Substitutions:
Relevant Associate degree from an accredited college and

six (6)

years of experience in Human Services
Preferred Qualifications

:
experience working in the IDD community
experience supervising healthcare staff
working knowledge of State and Federal regulations pertaining to Day Programming
experience working/or knowledge with Vocational Rehabilitation, Colorado Work First Initiative and WorkForce Centers
experience managing day program/respite activities
experience managing a budget

Conditions of Employment :
must possess and maintain a valid driver's license
full Background Check
former State employees who were disciplinarily terminated or resigned in lieu of termination must disclose the information on the application and provide an explanation why the prior termination or resignation should not disqualify the applicant from the current position. Absent extraordinary circumstances, prior disciplinary termination or resignation in lieu of termination will disqualify the applicant from future State employment with CDHS
Travel- must travel to remote work sites and utilize a state vehicle or personal vehicle to travel to ensure adequate staffing which may involve providing direct care coverage
TB Test Required
Appeal Rights:

If you receive notice that you have been eliminated from consideration for this position, you may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board or request a review by the State Personnel Director.

An appeal or review must be submitted on the official appeal form, signed by you or your representative. This form must be delivered to the State Personnel Board by email ([email protected]), postmarked in US Mail or hand delivered (1525 Sherman Street, 4th Floor, Denver CO 80203), or faxed (303.866.5038) within ten (10) calendar days from your receipt of notice or acknowledgement of the department’s action.

For more information about the appeals process, the official appeal form, and how to deliver it to the State Personnel Board; go to

spb.colorado.gov

; contact the State Personnel Board for assistance at (303) 866-3300; or refer to 4 Colorado Code of Regulations (CCR) 801-1, State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Director's Administrative Procedures, Chapter 8, Resolution of Appeals and Disputes, at

spb.colorado.gov

under Rules.

How to Apply

The Assessment Process
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About Us:
If your goal is to build a career that makes a difference, consider joining the dedicated people of the

Colorado Department of Human Services

(CDHS). Our professionals strive to design and deliver high quality human and health services that improve the safety, independence, and well-being of the people of Colorado. In addition to a great location and rewarding and meaningful work, we offer:
Strong, secure, yet flexible retirement benefits including a

PERA Defined Benefit Plan or PERA Defined Contribution Plan

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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

BenefitHub

state employee discount program

Employee Wellness program MotivateMe

Excellent work-life programs, such as flexible schedules, training and more

Remote work arrangements for eligible positions

*Some positions may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. For more
information, go to

https://www.colorado.gov/pacific/dhr/student-loan-forgiveness-programs

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Our Values:
We believe in a people-first approach:

To serve the people of Colorado, we develop a culture and work environment that creates an energized, inspired, and healthy team capable of giving their best to Coloradans

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Balance creates quality of life:

We want our team to be resilient through a supportive workplace that values flexibility, health and wellness, and employee engagement.
We hold ourselves accountable:

We take responsibility through our actions, programs, and results for the state of health and human services in Colorado.
Transparency matters:

We are open and honest with employees, our partners, the Coloradans we serve, and the public.
We are ethical:

We abide by what is best for those we serve by doing what is right, not what is easy.
Collaboration helps us rise together:

We work together with all partners, employees, and clients to achieve the best outcomes for Coloradans.

We are committed to increasing the diversity of our staff and providing culturally responsive programs and services. Therefore, we encourage responses from people of diverse backgrounds and abilities.

ADAA Accommodations:

CDHS 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, Nancy Schmelzer, at

[email protected] or call 1-800-929-0791.
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