Health Care Services Trainee - Grand Junction Regional Center; Western Slope

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

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

Position:
Health Care Services Trainee at the State of Colorado. Eligible for residents and non‑residents of Colorado. Applications open to legal residents of the United States. Candidates from outside Colorado must relocate prior to start.

About Grand Junction Regional Center

Grand Junction Regional Center (GJRC) is a collection of group homes that serve adult individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). The center focuses on improving outcomes and promoting community integration. GJRC has 10 homes across Grand Valley with private fenced backyards and recreation equipment.

Job Description

No experience is necessary; a strong desire to learn is required. The role provides hands‑on direct care to individuals with IDD, including health care, personal hygiene, and therapeutic milieu. Up to 12 individuals per setting.

Duties in This Role Include

• Receive and understand training in nursing skills, medication administration, IDD theory and practice, behavior management, etc.
• Support individuals by implementing behavior programs and positive redirection techniques.
• Communicate with elderly or physically impaired individuals.
• Provide infection control, safety, and emergency procedures.
• Prevent and report abuse and/or neglect.
• Apply knowledge in daily activities: meal prep, eating, bathing, personal hygiene, social skills, recreation, housekeeping, laundry, safety, transportation.
• Apply knowledge when posting duties and safely provide daily activities during specified time frames.
• Implement individualized supports and services for behavior, social, recreation, work, and specialized therapies.

Work Schedule

100% in‑person. Rotating two‑week schedule:
Week 1 – 3 days on / 4 days off;
Week 2 – 4 days on / 3 days off. Shifts of 12 hours (7:00 a.m.–7:00 p.m. or 7:00 p.m.–7:00 a.m.).

Minimum Qualifications , Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights

• None.

Education and Experience

• None.

Conditions of Employment

• Full background check (CBI/ICON, court database, etc.).
• State residency required at time of application and during employment.
• Motor Vehicle check and valid Colorado driver’s license.
• Travel required to group homes and programming.
• TB test and required vaccinations; 18+ years.
• Pre‑employment physical: can exert up to 50 lb occasionally.
• Former state employees with disciplinary termination must disclose details.

Selection Process

Information on the process is available online. Applicants must complete the official State of Colorado application. Cover letters and resumes are not reviewed during initial screening.

Preferred Qualifications & Competencies

• Relevant state service experience.

Appointment Rights and EEO Statement

The State of Colorado is an equal opportunity employer. We commit to building an inclusive workforce. All applicants are considered without regard to protected characteristics.

ADA Accommodations

CDHS will assist individuals with disabilities with reasonable accommodation requests throughout the application and selection process.

Employment Type

Full‑time

Seniority Level

Not Applicable

Job Function

Health Care Provider;
Government Administration.

Benefits

• Retirement benefits: PERA defined benefit or contribution plans, 401(k), 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.
• Employee Benefit Hub Resource Center.
• Employee wellness program.
• Work‑life programs.
• Remote work arrangements for eligible positions.
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility for some positions.

Values

• We believe in a people‑first approach.
• Balance creates quality of life.
• We hold ourselves accountable.
• Transparency matters.
• We are ethical.
• Collaboration helps us rise together.

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