Developmental Services Worker 2

　　Office/On-site

　　Recruitment # 240119-5662HN-006

　　Location Norwalk, CT

　　Date Opened 1/23/2024 12:00:00 AM

　　Salary See salary information in posting below

　　Job Type Open to Agency Employees

　　Close Date 1/29/2024 11:59:00 PM

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　　Introduction

　　Are you a current State of Connecticut (https://portal.ct.gov/) , Department of Developmental Services ( DDS (https://portal.ct.gov/dds) ) empl oyee looking to tackle a new role ? If so, we invite you to read more a bout this opportunity to become a Developmental Services Worker 2 (https://www.jobapscloud.com/CT/specs/classspecdisplay.asp?ClassNumber=5662HN&R1=&R3=) !

　　At the DDS - West Region we currently are recruiting qualified candidates to fill five (5) full-time and three (3) part-time Developmental Services Worker 2 (https://www.jobapscloud.com/CT/specs/classspecdisplay.asp?ClassNumber=5662HN&R1=&R3=) vacancies located at the Lower Fairfield Center (LFC), Norwalk.

　　What We Have To Offer!

　　To work for a Forbes top company: ‘Forbes’ State of Connecticut Ranked One of the Best Employers of 2023 (https://portal.ct.gov/DAS/Press-Room/Press-Releases/2023/Forbes-State-of-CT-Ranked) - State of CT Receives National Recognition for Offering Job Growth, Competitive Benefits, and Flexible Schedule

　　Industry leading health benefits, including medical and dental coverage

　　Comprehensive pension plan and supplemental retirement offerings

　　Retirement healthcare offerings

　　Professional growth and development opportunities

　　Outstanding work-life balance (https://youtu.be/y6n9M1Qd5fo?si=NEc69vrCkTIlL6Xy)

　　State of Connecticut is an eligible Public Service Loan Forgiveness employer, meaning you may be eligible to have qualifying student loans forgiven after 10 years of service. Click here (https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service) for more information

　　You r role as a Developmental Services Worker 2 (https://www.jobapscloud.com/CT/specs/classspecdisplay.asp?ClassNumber=5662HN&R1=&R3=) :

　　In this role, we would empower you to act as part of a team in an intensive programming effort designed for the care, guidance, supervision and training of individuals. Along with other duties as needed, we will have you;

　　Implement programs and procedures designed to achieve objectives of department in care of individuals with developmental disabilities

　　Provide guidance and instruction to individuals in development of desirable personal habits, hygiene and social relationships

　　Responsible for individuals health and safety

　　Incumbent in this position will be expected to travel

　　Position Highlights:

　　PCN 18500: 2nd shift, Full Time, Apartment A&B

　　Week 1 (32 hrs): Friday 2:00 pm - 10:00 pm; Monday 2:00 pm - 10:00 pm; Tuesday 2:00 pm - 10:00 pm; Wednesday 2:00 pm - 10:00 pm

　　Regular Days off Saturday, Sunday, and Thursday

　　Week 2 (38 hrs): Saturday 2:00 pm - 10:00 pm; Sunday 2:00 pm - 10:00 pm; Tuesday 2:00 pm - 8:00 pm; Wednesday 2:00 pm - 10:00 pm; Thursday 2:00 pm - 10:00 pm

　　Regular Days off Friday and Monday

　　PCN 18438: 2nd shift, Full-Time, Apartment E&F

　　Friday 2:15 pm - 11:00 pm; Saturday 2:15 pm - 11:00 pm: Sunday 2:15 pm - 11:00 pm; Wednesday 2:15 pm - 11:00 pm

　　Regular Days off Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday

　　PCN 15470: 3rd shift, Full-Time, Apartment C&D

　　Week 1 (32 hrs): Friday 10:00 pm - 6:00 am; Saturday 10:00 pm - 6:00 am; Sunday 10:00 pm - 6:00 am; Monday 10:00 pm - 6:00 am

　　Regular Days off Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday

　　Week 2 (38 hrs): Friday 10:00 pm - 6:00 am; Saturday 10:00 pm - 6:00 am; Sunday 12:00 am - 6:00 am; Monday 10:00 pm - 6:00 am; Tuesday 10:00 pm - 6:00 am

　　Regular Days off Wednesday and Thursday

　　PCN 22063: 3rd shift, Full-Time, Apartment E&F

　　Sunday 11:00 pm - 6:00 am; Monday 11:00 pm - 6:00 am; Tuesday 11:00 pm - 6:00 am; Wednesday 11:00 pm - 6:00 am; Thursday 11:00 pm - 6:00 am

　　Regular Days off Friday and Saturday

　　PCN 22473: 3rd shift, Full-Time, Apartment G&H

　　Friday 10:00 pm - 6:00 am; Saturday 10:00 pm - 6:00 am; Sunday 11:00 pm - 6:00 am; Monday 12a-6a; Tuesday 12a-6a

　　Regular Days off Wednesday and Thursday

　　PCN 18290: 1st shift, Part-Time 56 hrs/pay period, apartment A&B

　　Week 1 (32 hrs): Friday 6:00 am - 10:00 am; Monday 6:00 am - 10:00 am; Tuesday 6:00 am - 2:00 pm; Wednesday 6:00 am - 2:00 pm; Thursday 6:00 am - 2:00 pm

　　Regular Days off Saturday and Sunday

　　Week 2 (24 hrs): Saturday 6:00 am - 2:00 pm; Sunday 6:00 am - 2:00 pm; Monday 6:00 am - 10:00 am; Thursday 6:00 am - 10:00 am

　　Regular Days off Friday, Tuesday, and Wednesday

　　PCN 18134: 1st shift, Part-Time 56 hrs/pay period, apartment K&L

　　Week 1 (24 hrs): Saturday 6:00 am - 2:00 pm; Sunday 6:00 am - 2:00 pm; Monday 6:00 am - 10:00 am; Tuesday 6:00 am - 10:00 am

　　Regular Days off Friday, Wednesday, and Thursday

　　Week 2 (32 hrs): Friday 6:00 am - 2:00 pm; Monday 6:00 am - 2:00 pm; Tuesday 6:00 am - 10:00 am; Wednesday 6:00 am - 10:00 am; Thursday 6:00 am - 2:00 pm

　　Regular Days off Saturday and Sunday

　　PCN 18308: 2nd shift, Part-Time 56 hrs/pay period, apartment K&L

　　Week 1 (16 hrs): Friday 2:00 pm - 10:00 pm; Monday 2:00 pm - 10:00 pm

　　Regular Days off Saturday, Sunday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday

　　Week 2 (40 hrs): Friday 2:00 pm - 10:00 pm; Saturday 2:00 pm - 10:00 pm; Sunday 2:00 pm - 10:00 pm; Monday 2:00 pm - 10:00 pm; Thursday 2:00 pm - 10:00 pm

　　Regular Days off Tuesday and Wednesday

　　PCN 22053: 2nd shift, Part-Time 35 hrs/pay period, apartment C&D

　　Week 1 (18 hrs): Monday 2:00 pm - 8:00 pm; Tuesday 2:00 pm - 8:00 pm; Thursday 2:00 pm - 8:00 pm

　　Regular Days off Friday, Saturday, Sunday, and Wednesday)

　　Week 2 (17 hrs): Saturday 2:00 pm - 8:00 pm; Sunday 2:00 pm - 8:00 pm; Tuesday 2:00 pm - 7:00 pm

　　Regular Days off Friday, Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday

　　Must have a valid CT driver's license

　　Will be required to travel

　　Will be required to obtain an F-Endorsement on their driver’s license by the completion of the working test period

　　May be required to work nights and weekends

　　However, work schedule flexibility is required in order to meet the demands of the job.

　　Salary Information:

　　Part time: $26.91-$36.24 Hourly

　　Full time: $49,153 - $66,205 Yearly

　　We encourage you to continue your career with us and see all that Connecticut has to offer by joining the DDS team!

　　Selection Plan

　　In order to be considered for this job opening you must be a current State of CT employee of the agency listed above for at least six (6) months of full-time service or full-time equivalent service, absent any applicable collective bargaining language, and meet the Minimum Qualifications as listed on the job opening. You must specify your qualifications on your application.

　　Additional Recruitment Information

　　Must have a valid CT driver's license

　　Will be required to travel

　　Will be required to obtain an F-Endorsement on their driver’s license by the completion of the working test period

　　May be required to work nights and weekends

　　For Assistance in Applying:

　　Please read or watch our Applicant Tips on How to Apply!

　　Application Process:

　　This position will be filled in accordance with contractual language, reemployment, SEBAC, transfer, promotion and merit employment rules.

　　In order to comply with Public Act 21-69, the State of Connecticut is no longer asking for resumes during the initial application process.

　　In order to be considered for this job opening, you must meet the minimum qualifications as listed on the job opening. You must specify your qualifications on your application. The minimum experience and training requirements must be met by the close date, unless otherwise specified.

　　The immediate vacancy is listed above, however, applications to this recruitment may be used for future vacancies in this job class.

　　All application materials must be received by the recruiting agency by the time specified on the job opening for the position for which you are applying. Late applications may not be submitted and will not be considered. Exceptions are rare and limited to documented events that incapacitate a candidate during the entire duration of the job posting time period. It is the candidate’s obligation and responsibility to request an exception and provide a legally recognized justification to accommodate such exception. Requests should be made to [email protected].

　　Please ensure that your application is complete. You will be unable to make revisions once you officially submit your application to the state of Connecticut.

　　Selection Process:

　　This posting may require completion of additional referral questions (RQs) which will be sent to you via email after the closing date. The email notification will include an expiration date by which you must submit (Finish) your responses. Please regularly check your email for notifications. Please check your SPAM and/or Junk folders, as emails could end up there in error.

　　During the recruitment process, applicants may be required to submit additional documentation supporting their qualification(s) for this position. These documents may include performance reviews, supervisory references, college transcripts, licensure, etc. at the discretion of the agency.

　　For current state employees, salary cal culations are not necessarily comparable from branch to branch but it does not impact your state service credit.

　　Contact Information:

　　If you require an accommodation to participate fully and fairly under the provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), please contact Tommy Wilson, DDS EEO 1 at (860) 418-6148 or [email protected] .

　　Due to the large volume of applications received, we are unable to provide confirmation of receipt or status during the recruitment process.

　　Should you have any questions pertaining to this recruitment, please contact Ethan Ives at [email protected] .

　　PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK)

　　In the Department of Developmental Services this class is accountable for acting as part of a team in an intensive programming effort designed for the care, guidance, supervision and training of individuals.

　　EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

　　Implements programs and procedures designed to achieve objectives of department in care of individuals with developmental disabilities; provides guidance and instructions to individuals in development of desirable personal habits, hygiene and social relationships; responsible for individuals health and safety; implements individual program plans; reinforces appropriate individual behavior through modification techniques; participates in preparation, serving and feeding of meals to individuals; performs housekeeping duties necessary to maintain a clean and healthy environment for individuals; may lead and participate in social and recreational activities designed to develop individual potential; may act as shift charge; may attend interdisciplinary team meetings; may evaluate performance of subordinate staff; may provide orientation and basic inservice training to subordinate staff; may participate in special programs designed to fully develop potential of individuals; may administer first aid in emergency situations; may administer selected oral medications; performs related duties as required.

　　KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY

　　Knowledge of fundamentals of hygiene and physical training; knowledge of safety, fire and first aid procedures; basic knowledge of interdisciplinary process for development of individual programs; considerable interpersonal skills; basic oral and written communication skills; skill in behavior management of individuals; ability to recognize and report behavioral change; ability to develop a positive relationship with individuals; ability to lead and participate in recreational and occupational activities; ability to follow oral and written instruction.

　　MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - GENERAL EXPERIENCE

　　One (1) year of experience in the care and supervision of individuals with developmental disabilities at the level of a Developmental Services Worker 1 (or equivalent experience in a human service field).

　　PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

　　Medication Certification

　　Experience providing counsel, comfort, or encouragement to individuals and/or families

　　Experience with electronic mail, word processing, and calendar and scheduling computer software

　　Experience working with individuals with Autism

　　Experience working with individuals with intellectual disabilities

　　SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

　　Incumbents in this class may be required to obtain and maintain Medication Administration Certification from the Department of Developmental Services.2. Incumbents in this class may be required to be bilingual or fluent in American Sign Language.3. Incumbents in this class may be required to possess and retain a valid Connecticut Motor Vehicle Operator's license, Public Passenger Endorsement or Commercial Driver's license for designated positions.4. Incumbents in this class may be required to travel. 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 and restrain individuals; may have significant exposure to communicable/infectious diseases and to risk of injury from assaultive/abusive individuals; may be exposed to strongly disagreeable conditions.

　　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.

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