Physical Therapist III- Grand Junction Regional Center

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　　Physical Therapist III- Grand Junction Regional Center

　　Salary

　　$3,024.46 - $4,234.62 Biweekly

　　Location

　　Grand Junction, CO

　　Job Type

　　Part Time

　　Job Number

　　IJB-00061 01/16/24

　　Department

　　Colorado Department of Human Services

　　Division

　　OAADS - Grand Junction Regional Center

　　Opening Date

　　01/16/2024

　　Closing Date

　　2/4/2024 11:59 PM Mountain

　　FLSA

　　Determined by Position

　　Primary Physical Work Address

　　GJRC 572 Crete Circle Grand Junction CO 81505

　　FLSA Status

　　Exempt; position is not eligible for overtime compensation.

　　Description

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　　Please note: This recruitment may be used to fill multiple vacancies.

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　　About Grand Junction Regional Center Facility:

　　This work unit exists to support the delivery of active treatment, habilitation, rehabilitation and instruction to

　　individuals with intellectual disabilities residing in the Grand Junction Regional Center (GJRC) intermediate

　　care facilities in compliance with State and Federal regulations. This work unit provides therapeutic, behavioral, social, and vocational training services for individuals with intellectual disabilities for the purpose of assisting to attain the highest level of independence.

　　Description of Job

　　About the Position:

　　The purpose of this position is to provide Physical Therapy support and services to developmentally disabled people who reside in the ICF-IID group homes and individuals with complex medical and/or mental health needs who reside at the GJRC. The purpose of the regional centers is to serve the hardest to serve Intellectually Disabled individuals in the state and these residents have profound and severe disabilities with multiple handicaps associated with their disability that result in a high level of Physical Therapy needs. Many residents have psychiatric illnesses and behavioral challenges coupled with their cognitive and physical disabilities. Duties in this position include:

　　Physical Therapy Evaluations:

　　This position performs complete and/or specific physical therapy assessments for intellectually disabled

　　people by adapting musculoskeletal, neuromuscular and gross motor development tests to meet their

　　special needs and relating these to functional and/or health outcomes. This involves selecting appropriate assessment tools from standardized and non-standardized tests for the Intellectually Disabled population to determine appropriate therapeutic intervention. Specifically, chooses from a variety of sources and adapts the tools as needed to conduct appropriate assessments that best determine the needs of the individuals and analyze raw data to make recommendations to the Interdisciplinary team of needs to prioritize. Assessments include musculoskeletal, neuromuscular and gross motor development tests and evaluations for adaptive equipment related to safety needs.

　　Physical Therapy Treatments:

　　tailors primary Physical Therapy theories and principles to develop different approaches and plans to meet the unique needs of the intellectually disabled individuals served at the regional center

　　develops individualized training objectives tailored to meet the specific needs that comply with the unique behavioral and/or physical challenges the individual presents with. The programs and objectives address deficits for residents who have cognitive and physical impairments that affect their musculoskeletal, neuromuscular and gross motor development

　　develops a plan of care, service programs or objectives for the identified needs. These needs include health and safety issues related to risks associated with contractures, gait problems/risk for falling, and multiple risks associated with immobility

　　develops individualized learning and maintenance objectives/programs for the identified physical therapy needs of residents

　　determines method of implementation based on tailoring existing guidelines for physical therapy to meet the unique needs of individuals served at the GJRC. Order or assist in developing adaptive positioning or therapy equipment and supplies for IID people to prevent further deformity, decrease pain, or improve function

　　Staff Training:

　　provide intensive training and role modeling to program and residential direct care staff for physical therapy programs. This requires the use of creative and innovative techniques and approaches to ensure the individual’s participation as well as correct implementation of the programs by direct care providers

　　provides ongoing monitoring and makes adaptations to programs as necessary to ensure progress occurs when expected and that skills and abilities are maintenance when expected. Examples of agency training needs include PT training for core skills refresher training sessions, new employee orientation classes

　　Documentation:

　　develop specific objectives and programs, design appropriate data sheets, collect and analyze data and summarize information. Documents progress and status of assigned individuals’ programs and objectives in the Resident Record in accordance with GJRC policies

　　determine needed revisions to flat-lined programs to assure further individual progress that often necessitates developing creative and unique strategies to increase interest and participation in the program. Directly implements selected programs and active treatment plans

　　provides ongoing consultation and/or supervision for staff who follow the written programs to ensure the identified habilitation needs and intent of the programs are met

　　Interdisciplinary Team Participation:

　　participates in and provides input to the Interdisciplinary (ID) Team meetings, Department meetings, and the resident’s annual Individual Planning meetings (IP’s)

　　makes recommendations to the ID team for goals, objectives and programs in area of physical therapy needs. Acts as a resource for Physical Therapy Department with the agency Interdisciplinary team members in a manner that supports the integrity and quality of therapy and support services for individuals served at the agency in accordance with the Physical Therapy Standards of Practice

　　attends interdisciplinary meetings to clarify, describe, discuss clients’ progress with team members

　　Other Duties as Assigned:

　　include but are not limited to participation in peer review and clinic reviews as assigned. Participates in committees as assigned to represent and advocate for the physical therapy department and assist with budgetary requirements. Attends departmental and in service meetings to clarify, describe, and discuss agency policies and procedures with department members and provides input to PT policy and procedures updates, revisions, and development of new procedures. Physical Therapy equipment inventory and monitoring.

　　other duties as assigned.

　　may need to drive to the living area for assessment. May be required to drive person to appointment to outside vendor

　　Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights

　　Minimum Qualifications:

　　Current, valid licensure with Colorado Department of Regulatory Agencies (DORA) to practice Physical Therapy.

　　AND

　　One (1) year of experience in an occupational field related to the work assigned to the position.

　　Substitutions:

　　None

　　Conditions of Employment:

　　A pre-employment criminal background check will be conducted as part of the selection process as this position is deemed to have direct contact with vulnerable persons. Felony convictions, conviction of crimes of moral turpitude, or convictions of misdemeanors related to job duties may disqualify you from being considered for this position. Should your background check reveal any charges or convictions, it is your responsibility to provide the CDHS Background Unit with an official disposition of any charges.

　　Pre-employment Physical – Describe any special physical requirements: must demonstrate the ability to lift 50 lbs., bend squat, etc. and perform physical interventions proficiently (pre-employment and continuously throughout employment). TB test required.

　　Ongoing Functional Capacity Testing: Pass and be competent in approved physical intervention techniques

　　Must take successfully pass a Tuberculosis (TB) test.

　　Valid and current Colorado Driver's License.

　　Travel – Position must travel to remote work sites and must utilize a state vehicle, if available.

　　If not, must utilize personal vehicle and submit for mileage reimbursement. Position is required to

　　use a state vehicle to transport residents.

　　Shift Work – Eligible per DPA pay plan

　　Other – Requires Influenza and COVID Vaccines.

　　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.

　　On or after October 31, 2021, each facility shall ensure all newly hired employees or support staff members are fully vaccinated at the time of hire or receive their first dose of a two-dose protocol, or a single-dose vaccination, prior to providing any care, treatment, or other services for the facility and/or its clients. Upon hire, new employees will have three (3) business days to provide attestation to their status with proof of vaccination. Vaccinated employees must provide proof of first dose prior to providing care.

　　Note: Fully Vaccinated means two (2) weeks after a second dose in a two-dose series of the COVID-19 vaccine, such as the Pfizer, Moderna or Novavax vaccine, or two (2) weeks after the single-dose vaccine, such as Johnson & Johnson’s Janssen vaccine.

　　Religious and medical exemptions and reasonable accommodation shall 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 [email protected]

　　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.

　　Supplemental Information

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　　The Assessment Process

　　For additional recruiting questions, please contact jazzma.gamboa @state.co.us

　　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:

　　Strong, secure, yet flexible retirement benefits including a PERA Defined Benefit Plan or PERA Defined Contribution Plan www.copera.org 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 .

　　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 .

　　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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　　Describe in detail your professional experience providing physical therapy treatment?

　　02

　　Do you have experience working with intellectual disabilities and/or mental illness?

　　Yes

　　No

　　03

　　Do you have any additional certifications or areas of specialty that you feel would support your success in this position?

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　　If you are a current or previous state employee, please provide the following information for each state job worked: department, job title, dates worked. This will allow us to determine transfer, demotion, promotional, or reinstatement status. (This information will be verified.)

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　　Former State employees who were disciplinary terminated or resigned in lieu of termination must disclose the information on the application. If you are a former state employee who was disciplinary terminated or resigned in lieu of termination please provide an explanation as to why the prior termination or resignation should NOT disqualify your application from the current position.

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　　If you are a former State of Colorado employee, please provide your EID (employee identification number will start with 99....), if not applicable type N/A.

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　　Do you have a current Physical Therapy License with the State of Colorado? If yes, please list the license number

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　　I acknowledge that I have read and understand the information on the job announcement, and that my name will be removed from the eligibility list should I decline to interview or decline an offer or refuse the conditions of employment.

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