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EQUIPMENT OPERATOR I – TRANSPORTATION DRIVER – HOMELAKE VETERANS CENTER Print (http://agency.governmentjobs.com/colorado/job_bulletin.cfm?jobID=3358663&sharedWindow=0) Apply EQUIPMENT OPERATOR I – TRANSPORTATION DRIVER – HOMELAKE VETERANS CENTER Salary $15.17 Hourly Location Rio Grande County, COJob TypeFull TimeDepartmentColorado Department of Human ServicesJob NumberILB 00191 12/28/2021+ Description + Benefits + Questions Department InformationThis position is only open to current Colorado residents.This position is paid bi-weekly.Please note: This recruitment may be used to fill multiple vacancies. Review New COVID Compliance in the Conditions of Employment – Effective September 20th, 2021 Opt in below to receive text message updates on CDHS recruiting events! CDHSCareers 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 (https://www.colorado.gov/cdhs) (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:In addition to rewarding and meaningful work, we offer excellent benefits (https://www.colorado.gov/pacific/dhr/benefits) :+ Strong, secure, yet flexible retirement benefits including a PERA Defined Benefit Plan or PERA Defined Contribution Plan (https://www.copera.org/) www.copera.org plus 401(k) and 457 plans+ Medical and dental health plans (https://www.colorado.gov/pacific/dhr/benefits) + Employer supplemented Health Savings Account (https://www.colorado.gov/pacific/dhr/hsa) + Paid life insurance+ Short- and long-term disability coverage+ 10 paid holidays per year plus vacation and sick leave+ BenefitHub (https://stateofcolorado.benefithub.com/) state employee discount program+ Employee Wellness program MotivateMe (https://www.colorado.gov/pacific/dhr/wellness) + Excellent work-life programs, such as flexible schedules, training and moreOur Culture & EnvironmentWe 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.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.Homelake Veterans Center The Colorado State Veterans Center at Homelake is a State-owned and operated skilled nursing facility and domiciliary dedicated to serving those who have served us. We strive to provide excellent customer service and to respect and honor resident choices regarding bathing, rising, bedtimes, and other personal decisions. Our philosophy is to provide residents a home where life and love abound. 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. Description of JobPrimary Job Duties+ Provide transportation and assist with coordination of transports for all residents at the Colorado Veterans Community Living Center Homelake.+ Safely transports residents to and from medical appointments.+ Coordinates transportation between nursing home and domiciliary.+ Completes and posts weekly schedules of transports.+ Communicates with other departments if back-up transports are needed.+ Maintain cleanliness of all facility vehicles.+ Maintain and stock necessary supplies in all facility vehicles (first aid kit, personal supplies for residents, oxygen, as needed).+ Coordinates maintenance of vehicles with physical plant manager (oil changes, tire wear, etc.). + Reports damage to vehicles as they occur. + Maintains record of mileage and maintenance of all facility vehicles.+ Performs activities of daily living (ADL) during transportation, if required.+ Assists with moving in of new residents, lifting, moving furniture, cleaning of cottages and disinfecting toilets, sinks and showers.+ Washes floors, vacuums, trash removal, dust, general maintenance (light bulbs, hanging pictures, etc.)+ Nursing Home and Domiciliary floor coverage includes performing basic nursing care, assist with providing nutrition for residents that need assistance, dressing, transferring, ambulating, positioning, lifting, range of motion, toileting, skin care, and all other duties as assigned.+ Training and mandatory in-services for facility, including CPR and First Aid.+ Attend meetings as scheduled.+ Reports any emergency situations immediately to Domiciliary or Nursing Home nurse.+ Other duties as assignedMinimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal RightsMinimum Qualifications:NonePreferred Qualifications:There are no education or experience requirements for entry into positions in this job class. However, the ideal candidate will have a HS diploma or GED and at least 1 year experience related to the position duties listed above.Must possess a current and active Certified Nurse Aide license obtained from the Colorado Department of Regulatory Agencies or be willing to obtain a license within four months of hire date.**Please attach CNA license to this application, if possible.**Conditions of Employment:+ Full Background – Name check, TRAILS and Fingerprinting+ Colorado Driver’s License+ Must have or be willing to obtain an active Client Care Aide/Certified Nurse Aid (CNA) license within four months of employment.+ Shift work: evenings, weekends, holidays+ Ability to climb, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, and reach throughout an eight hour work shift+ Ability to use, handle and dispose of hazardous waste & assist in emergency clean-up+ Ability to handle invasive medical devices and/or equipment.+ May involve travel, including transportation of residents outside the San Luis Valley for ongoing medical appointments, transporting items, going to stores for supplies, or attending trainings.+ This position is considered essential services, which means the employee is required to report without delay or interruption to provide essential or emergency services to ensure health, safety, and welfare to residents.+ 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.+ As a condition of employment, this position is required to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19. Continued employment is therefore contingent upon your receiving the first dose of a two-dose vaccine, or a single dose vaccine, within the first 30 calendar days of the first day of work and becoming fully vaccinated based upon the timelines associated with the vaccination type. Until fully vaccinated, you will be required to follow all testing and PPE protocols. Be advised that “fully vaccinated” means two (2) weeks after a second dose in a two-dose series of the COVID-19 vaccine, such as the Pfizer or Moderna vaccine, or two (2) weeks after the single-dose vaccine, such as Johnson & Johnson’s Janssen vaccine, as defined by the State of Colorado’s Public Health Order and guidance issued by the Colorado Department of Public Health & Environment. Religious and medical exemptions and reasonable accommodation will be addressed as required by law pursuant to the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission’s vaccination guidance. If you would like to request a medical or religious exemption, please contact CDHS_HumanResources@state.co.us 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 ( dpa_state.personnelboard@state.co.us ), 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 acknowledgment 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. Supplemental InformationHow to Apply (PLEASE READ CAREFULLY)Please note that ONLY your State of Colorado job application will be reviewed during the initial screening; if you submit a resume and cover letter, they will be reviewed in later stages of the selection process. Therefore, it is paramount that you clearly describe all of your relevant experience on the application itself. Applications left blank or marked “SEE RESUME” will not be considered.Your application will be reviewed against the minimum qualifications for the position. If your application demonstrates that you meet the minimum qualifications, you will be invited to the comparative analysis process, which is described below.Note: Current and former employees (transfers, voluntary demotions and reinstatements) are required to apply and participate in the comparative analysis process.Comparative Analysis Process The comparative analysis process for this position may consist of a structured application review, and a structured interview depending on the number of qualified applicants.For recruiting questions, please contact a nnette.torrez@state.co.us (Annette.torrez@state.co.us) The State of Colorado believes that equity, diversity, and inclusion drive our success, and we encourage candidates from all identities, backgrounds, and abilities to apply. The State of Colorado is an equal opportunity employer committed to building inclusive, innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve them. Therefore, in all aspects of the employment process, we provide employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, medical condition related to pregnancy, creed, ancestry, national origin, marital status, genetic information, or military status (with preference given to military veterans), or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law.ADAAA 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 cdhs_ada@state.co.us or call 1-800-929-0791.Any person with a disability as defined by the ADA Amendments Act of 2008 (ADAAA) may be provided a reasonable accommodation upon request to enable the person to complete an employment assessment. To request an accommodation, please contact by phone 1-800-929-0791 or email ADA Coordinator at cdhs_ada@state.co.us at least five business days before the assessment date to allow us to evaluate your request and prepare for the accommodation. You may be asked to provide additional information, including medical documentation, regarding functional limitations and type of accommodation needed. Please ensure that you have this information available well in advance of the assessment date.Toll Free Applicant Technical Support: If you experience technical difficulty with the NEOGOV system (e.g. uploading or attaching documents to your online application) call NEOGOV technical support at 855-524-5627 Mon-Fri between 6 am and 6 pm (Pacific Time). Helpful hints: if you are having difficulty uploading or attaching documents to your application first- ensure your documents are PDF or Microsoft Word files, and second, close the document before you attempt to upload (attach) it.~THE STATE OF COLORADO IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER~The State of Colorado offers permanent employees a variety of benefits including medical, dental, life and disability insurance, as well as a comprehensive leave program. Please click the following link for detailed information: www.colorado.gov/pacific/dhr/benefits Please note that each agency’s contact information is different; therefore, we encourage all applicants to view the full, official job announcement which includes contact information and class title. Select the job you wish to view, then click on the “Print” icon. 01 Are you a current or former State of Colorado employee? If yes, please list your employee ID number (EID), department you were employed in, job titles held and dates of each. 02 Describe, in detail, your experience that is related to the job duties listed in the announcement. 03 Describe why you feel you are the best candidate for this position. 04 Do you posses a current and valid driver’s license? + Yes+ No 05 A requirement for this position is a clean driving record. Do you have a clean driving record? + Yes+ No 06 Do you currently possess a valid and active CNA license? If so, please attach your license to this application. + Yes+ No 07 If you do not currently possess a CNA license, you have the ability to obtain licensure within four months of hire date. Please note: These courses will not be offered at the Homelake facility and will need to be completed through an external program. If you do not currently have licensure, please indicate whether you intend on obtaining a license within four months. + Yes+ No+ Not Applicable 08 An active CNA license through the State of Colorado is a requirement for this position. By selecting yes, you are acknowledging that you understand that you may be terminated from this position if you fail to obtain licensure within the allotted time frame. + Yes+ No 09 Please describe any experience that you have working as a CNA. If this does not apply to you, please type N/A in the box below. 10 Please describe any experience that you possess working in transportation or transporting clients from one location to another? Please type N/A in the box below, if this does not apply 11 Please describe any experience that you may have working in a long term care or assisted living facility. If this does not apply to you, please type N/A in the box below. 12 This position requires shift work. Are you available to work: day, evening and night shifts to include holiday and weekends as needed? + Yes+ No 13 Are you willing and able to work in Monte Vista Colorado? + Yes+ No Required Question AgencyState of ColoradoDepartment Colorado Department of Human Services Address 1575 Sherman St. Denver, Colorado, 80203 Phone 303-866-7100 Website http://www.cdhs.state.co.us Apply Please verify your email address Verify Email