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<br><h4>Introduction</h4><br><strong>Are you a current State of Connecticut employee looking to advance your career?&nbsp; If so, read below and apply today.</strong><br><br>The&nbsp;Connecticut State Department of Education&nbsp;(CSDE) invites State of CT employees to apply for the position of&nbsp;Fiscal/Administrative Manager 1 to join the Accounting Services Unit within the Bureau of Fiscal Services.&nbsp; The Accounting Services Unit is responsible for the oversight, monitoring, and reporting of state and federal grants currently valued at nearly $5 billion.&nbsp; These funds directly support CSDE’s mission to ensure equal opportunity and excellence in education for all Connecticut students.<br><br><strong>WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU<br></strong><br>As a state employee, you would continue to have access to the following:<br><br><ul><li><strong>Visit our new State Employee Benefits Overview page!</strong></li><li>The opportunity to continue to work for a Forbes top company - <strong>'Forbes': State of Connecticut Ranked One of the Best Employers of 2023 - State of CT Receives National Recognition for Offering Job Growth, Competitive Benefits, and Flexible Schedule</strong></li><li>Professional growth and development opportunities</li><li>A healthy work/life balance to all employees</li></ul><br><strong>THE ROLE</strong><br>This position is substantially involved with the administration of federal funds and various state annually appropriated funds.&nbsp; The incumbent in this position will lead a team of Associate Accountants and will perform a variety of fiscal and accounting functions, working closely with management, grants management staff, and other programmatic divisions within the CSDE.<br>Additionally, the successful incumbent will be client-focused, collaborative, and solution-driven and will manage multiple competing priorities.&nbsp; Primary roles will be to oversee and administer the electronic grants management system (eGMS), which will consist of reviewing and approving Local Education Agencies' (LEAs) budgets and fund requests, assisting LEAs with various eGMS-related inquiries, and assisting in the continued development of the eGMS to ensure efficiency.&nbsp; This position will also oversee the financial reporting and projections for state appropriations and federal and private grants.<br><br>We are seeking a highly skilled candidate who possesses:<br><br><ul><li>Outstanding data analytics skills;</li><li>Exceptional attention to detail;</li><li>The ability to perform independently as well as in a team environment;</li><li>Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills</li></ul><br><br><strong>POSITION HIGHLIGHTS</strong><br><br><ul><li>Monday - Friday</li><li>Full-time</li><li>First shift</li><li>Location: Hartford, CT</li><li>Hybrid position (telework and in office)</li></ul><br><h4>Selection Plan</h4><br>In order to be considered for this job opening, you must be a current State of CT employee, who has worked for the state 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.<br><br><ul><li>For current state employees, salary calculations are not necessarily comparable from one of the three branches of state government (i.e., Executive, Legislative, Judicial) to the other.</li></ul><br><br><strong>To Apply:</strong><br><br><ul><li>The minimum experience and training requirements must be met by the close date on the job opening, unless otherwise specified.<br></li><li>Ensure that your application is complete and detailed before submitting it. In order to comply with Public Act 21-69, the State of Connecticut is no longer asking for resumes during the initial application process. You will not be able to make revisions once your application is submitted into the JobAps system.</li><li>Please select all location(s) and shift(s) you are willing to work on your application. Failure to do so may result in not being considered for vacancies in that specific location or shift.</li><li>In order to receive educational credits toward qualification for this job posting, the institution must be accredited.  If the institution of higher learning is located outside of the U.S., you are responsible for providing documentation from a recognized USA accrediting service which specializes in determining foreign education equivalencies to the Talent Acquisition Professional listed on this job posting.<br></li><li>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 <a href="mailto:DAS.SHRM@ct.gov" target="_blank">DAS.SHRM@ct.gov</a>.</li><li>This position will be filled in accordance with contractual language, reemployment, SEBAC, transfer, promotion and merit employment rules.<br></li></ul><br><strong>FOR ASSISTANCE IN APPLYING:<br></strong><br><ul><li>    Please read or watch our Applicant Tips on How to Apply.</li></ul><br><br><strong>Important Information After You Apply:</strong><br><br><ul><li>This posting may require completion of additional referral questions (RQs). You can access these RQs via an email that will be sent to you after the posting's closing date or by visiting your JobAps Personal Status Board (Certification Questionnaires section). Your responses to these RQs must be submitted by the questionnaire's expiration date. Please regularly check your email and JobAps Personal Status Board for notifications. Please check your SPAM and/or Junk folders on a daily basis in the event an email provider places auto-notification emails in a user's spam.</li><li><strong>Read through this helpful link to prepare for your interview.</strong><br></li><li>Although applicants will receive correspondence via email, as a backup they are also encouraged to sign on to their Personal Status Board on a daily basis to monitor their status, view all emailed notices and complete tasks required in the recruitment process.</li><li>Note: At any point during the recruitment process, applicants may be required to submit additional documentation which support their qualification(s) for this position. These documents may include: a cover letter, resume, performance reviews, attendance records, supervisory references, licensure, etc., at the discretion of the hiring agency.</li><li>Interviews will be limited to candidates whose experience and training most closely meet the requirements of the position.</li><li>The immediate vacancy is listed above, however, applications to this recruitment may be used for future vacancies in this job class.</li></ul><br><strong>Connect With Us:<br></strong><br>Due to the large volume of applications received, we are unable to provide confirmation of receipt or status during the recruitment process. Updates will be available through your JobAps portal account. Should you have any questions pertaining to this recruitment, please contact Frank DeCusati at <a href="mailto:frank.decusati@ct.gov" target="_blank">frank.decusati@ct.gov</a>.<br><h4>PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK)</h4><br>In a state agency, facility or institution this class is accountable for supervising staff engaged in a variety of complex, professional fiscal and administrative functions with a major emphasis on fiscal administration.<br><h4>EXAMPLES OF DUTIES</h4><br><ul><li>Schedules, assigns, oversees and reviews the work of staff;&nbsp;</li><li>Provides staff training and assistance;&nbsp;</li><li>Conducts performance evaluations;&nbsp;</li><li>Determines priorities and plans unit work;&nbsp;</li><li>Establishes and maintains unit procedures;&nbsp;</li><li>Develops or makes recommendations on the development of policies and standards;&nbsp;</li><li>Interprets and administers pertinent laws;&nbsp;</li><li>Acts as liaison with other operating units, agencies and outside officials regarding unit policies and procedures;&nbsp;</li><li>Coordinates fiscal functions including budget preparation and management, accounting and financial reporting and analysis;&nbsp;</li><li>Assists in planning and implementation of financial aspects of EDP systems;&nbsp;</li><li>Utilizes EDP systems for financial records, reports and analyses;&nbsp;</li><li>Prepares programmatic fiscal/administrative analysis and impact statements on proposed regulations and legislation;&nbsp;</li><li>Supervises and coordinates a variety of administrative functions such as grant administration, payroll, purchasing and contract administration;&nbsp;</li><li>In addition to supervising fiscal/administrative functions may supervise support services;&nbsp;</li><li>In a facility, in addition to the above, may ensure conformance with related standards of TJC, OSHA, Environmental Protection and other regulatory agencies;&nbsp;</li><li>Performs related duties as required.</li></ul><br><h4>KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY</h4><br><ul><li>Considerable knowledge of principles and practices of public administration with special reference to governmental budget management and governmental accounting;&nbsp;</li><li>Knowledge of principles and procedures of payroll, purchasing, grant administration and contract administration;&nbsp;</li><li>Considerable    <ul><li>interpersonal skills;&nbsp;</li><li>oral and written communication skills;&nbsp;</li></ul></li><li>Considerable ability    <ul><li>to understand and apply relevant state and federal laws, statutes and regulations;&nbsp;</li><li>to prepare and analyze financial and statistical reports;&nbsp;</li></ul></li><li>Ability to    <ul><li>analyze budgetary and related problems;&nbsp;</li><li>utilize EDP systems for financial management.</li></ul></li></ul><br><h4>MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - GENERAL EXPERIENCE</h4><br>Nine (9) years of experience in a combination of fiscal/administrative functions (e.g., accounting, accounts examining, budget management, grants administration,&nbsp;payroll, purchasing) at least one (1) of which must be an accounting function. Descriptions of these fiscal/administrative functions are attached. <br><h4>MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - SPECIAL EXPERIENCE</h4><br>One (1) year of the General Experience must have been supervising professional level staff.<br><br>NOTE: For state employees this experience is interpreted at the level of a Budget Specialist or Fiscal/Administrative Supervisor.<br><h4>MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - SUBSTITUTIONS ALLOWED</h4><br><ul><li>College training may be substituted for the General Experience on the basis of fifteen (15) semester hours equalling one-half (1/2) year of experience to a maximum of four (4) years for a Bachelor's degree.</li><li>A Master's degree in public administration, business administration, or accounting may be substituted for one (1) additional year of the General Experience.</li></ul><br><h4>PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS</h4><br><ul><li>Experience with Governmental Accounting, including agency budgets with multiple funding sources and Comprehensive Financial Status Report preparation</li><li>Experience with Core-CT Financial modules</li><li>Experience facilitating process improvements and procedure documentation</li><li>Experience with analyzing and manipulating data in Microsoft Excel</li><li>Experience with supervision of staff at all levels within fiscal services</li></ul><br><h4>Conclusion</h4><br><strong>AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER</strong><br><br>The State of Connecticut is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, and persons with disabilities.<br><h4>ACKNOWLEDGEMENT</h4><br>As defined by Sec. 5-196 of the Connecticut General Statutes, a job class is a position or group of positions that share general characteristics and are categorized under a single title for administrative purposes. As such, a job class is not meant to be all inclusive of every task and/or responsibility.<br>

State of Connecticut

Fiscal/Administrative Manager 1(Hybrid)

<br><h4>Introduction</h4><br><em>The&nbsp;State of Connecticut, Department of Correction (DOC) is recruiting for a Correctional Enterprises Sales Representative&nbsp;in Wethersfield.</em><br><br><strong>WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU</strong><br><br><ul><li>Visit our&nbsp;<strong>newState Employee Benefits Overview</strong>&nbsp;page!</li><li>The opportunity to work for a Forbes top company: 'Forbes'&nbsp;State of Connecticut Ranked One of the Best Employers of 2023&nbsp;- State of CT Receives National Recognition for Offering Job Growth, Competitive Benefits, and Flexible Schedule.</li><li>Professional growth and development opportunities.</li><li>A healthy&nbsp;work/life&nbsp;balance to all employees.</li></ul><strong>Position Highlights</strong><br><br><ul><li>The schedule for this position is First Shift, Monday-Friday, 40 hours per week.</li><li>This position is an exciting opportunity to develop innovative strategies to achieve sales goals, as well as make meaningful connections with our customers and supervisory staff.</li><li>The Sales Representative will have access to state car usage for travel from Central Office to visit existing and potential customers as well as attend trade shows. A "day in the life" of the Sales Representative may include:    <ul><li>Meeting with Sales Manager, Shop Supervisors and Director of CEC to discuss new company products or services, recurring customer issues, upcoming sales or new leads to pursue;</li><li>Interacting with prospective or existing customers and recording new sales/quotes while developing strong business relationships;</li><li>Selling offender manufacturing products to tax supported entities to cover the cost of training and rehabilitation, which provides skills necessary to work on the outside once returning citizens are released from incarceration;</li><li>Making an impact by assisting in the funding of our offender specialized training through sales, which teaches on the job training.</li></ul></li></ul><strong>About Us</strong><br><br>The Connecticut Department of Correction strives to be a global leader in progressive correctional practices and partnered re-entry initiatives to support responsive evidence-based practices aligned to law-abiding and accountable behaviors.&nbsp; Safety and security shall be a priority component of this responsibility as it pertains to staff, victims, citizens and offenders.<br><h4>Selection Plan</h4><br><strong>FOR ASSISTANCE IN APPLYING:</strong>Please&nbsp;read&nbsp;or&nbsp;watch&nbsp;our&nbsp;Applicant Tips on How to Apply!<br><br><strong>Before you apply:</strong><br><br><ul><li>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.</li><li>The minimum experience and training requirements must be met by the close date on the job opening, unless otherwise specified.</li><li>Ensure that your application is complete and detailed before submitting it. In order to comply with Public Act 21-69, the State of Connecticut is no longer asking for resumes during the initial application process. You will not be able to make revisions once your application is submitted into the JobAps system.</li><li>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&nbsp;<a href="mailto:DAS.SHRM@ct.gov" target="_blank">DAS.SHRM@ct.gov</a>.</li><li>For current state employees, salary calculations are not necessarily comparable from branch to branch but it does not impact your state service credit.<br></li></ul><strong>Important information for after you apply:</strong><br><ul><li>This posting may require completion of additional referral questions (RQs). You can access these RQs via an email that will be sent to you after the posting's closing date or by visiting your JobAps Personal Status Board (Certification Questionnaires section). Your responses to these RQs must be submitted by the questionnaire's expiration date. Please regularly check your email and JobAps Personal Status Board for notifications. Please check your SPAM and/or Junk folders on a daily basis in the event an email provider places auto-notification emails in a user's spam.</li><li>Although applicants will receive correspondence via email, as a backup they are also encouraged to sign on to their Personal Status Board on a daily basis to monitor their status, view all emailed notices and complete tasks required in the recruitment process.</li><li>Note: At any point during the recruitment process, applicants may be required to submit additional documentation which support their qualification(s) for this position. These documents may include: a cover letter, resume, performance reviews, attendance records, supervisory references, licensure, etc., at the discretion of the hiring agency.</li><li>For current state employees, salary calculations are not necessarily comparable from one of the three branches of state government (i.e., Executive, Legislative, Judicial) to the other.<br></li><li>The immediate vacancy is listed above, however, applications to this recruitment may be used for future vacancies in this job class.</li></ul>Questions about this position should be directed to Nick Naples at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:Nicholas.Naples@ct.gov" target="_blank">Nicholas.Naples@ct.gov</a>.<br><h4>PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK)</h4><br>    In the Department of Correction this class is accountable for independently performing a full range of tasks as contact person between the enterprise program and other governmental agencies to promote the purchase of various products and the utilization of the various services.   <br><h4>EXAMPLES OF DUTIES</h4><br>    The Sales Representative will have access to state car usage for travel from Central Office to visit existing and potential customers as well as attend trade shows. A "day in the life" of the Sales Representative may include:<br><ul><li>Meeting with Sales Manager, Shop Supervisors and Director of CEC to discuss new company products or services, recurring customer issues, upcoming sales or new leads to pursue;</li><li>Interacting with prospective or existing customers and recording new sales/quotes while developing strong business relationships;</li><li>Selling offender manufacturing products to tax supported entities to cover the cost of training and rehabilitation, which provides skills necessary to work on the outside once returning citizens are released from incarceration;</li><li>Making an impact by assisting in the funding of our offender specialized training through sales, which teaches on the job training.&nbsp;&nbsp;</li></ul><br><h4>KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY</h4><br><ul><li>Knowledge of    <ul><li>the organization of state and municipal governments;</li><li>a variety of manufacturing methods and materials;</li></ul></li><li>Skills    <ul><li>interpersonal skills;</li><li>oral and written communication skills;</li><li>in computing cost bids;</li></ul></li><li>Ability to    <ul><li>prepare concise reports;</li><li>utilize computer software.</li></ul></li></ul><br><h4>MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - GENERAL EXPERIENCE</h4><br>    Five (5) years of employment in industrial sales or industrial purchasing.   <br><h4>MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - SUBSTITUTIONS ALLOWED</h4><br>    College training may be substituted for the General Experience on the basis of fifteen (15) semester hours equalling one half (1/2) year of experience to a maximum of four (4) years for a Bachelor's degree.   <br><h4>PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS</h4><br><ul><li>Experience networking and building relationships with customers;</li><li>Experience negotiating with customers for the purchasing of products;</li><li>Experience identifying prospective customers, and generating sales leads from new and existing customers;</li><li>Experience generating/navigating trade related documentation such as blueprints, AutoCAD and schematics;</li><li>Experience responding to bids and annually budgeting customer projects;</li><li>Experiencing contacting new and existing customers to discuss needs;</li><li>Experience negotiating prices and terms, and preparing sales agreements;</li><li>Experience collaborating with colleagues in different sectors including colleges, state entities, municipalities and non-profit entities;</li><li>Experience maintaining a customer contact list and customer relationships;</li><li>Experience with Microsoft office tools including World to develop letters, quotes and weekly sales reports, and Excel to create spreadsheets;</li><li>Experience using Peoplesoft to create work orders and proformas.</li></ul><br><h4>SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS</h4><br><ul><li>Incumbents are required to possess a high school diploma or General Educational Development (GED) certification at the time of appointment.</li><li>Incumbents in this class may be required to travel.</li><li>Incumbents in this class may be required to possess and retain a valid Motor Vehicle Operator’s license.</li></ul><br><h4>Conclusion</h4><br><strong>AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER</strong><br><br>The State of Connecticut is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, and persons with disabilities.<br><h4>ACKNOWLEDGEMENT</h4><br>    As defined by Sec. 5-196 of the Connecticut General Statutes, a job class is a position or group of positions that share general characteristics and are categorized under a single title for administrative purposes.&nbsp; As such, a job class is not meant to be all-inclusive of every task and/or responsibility.   <br>

Correctional Enterprises Sales Representative

<br><h4>Introduction</h4><br><strong>Introduction:</strong><br><br>The&nbsp;State of Connecticut,&nbsp;Division of Criminal Justice (DCJ)&nbsp;is responsible for the investigation and prosecution of all criminal matters in the State of Connecticut. It is an independent agency of the executive branch of state government, established under the Constitution of the State of Connecticut. The Division is composed of the Office of the Chief State's Attorney, located in Rocky Hill, Connecticut, and the Offices of the State's Attorneys for each of the thirteen Judicial Districts in the State of Connecticut.<br><br><strong>About this Position:</strong><br><br>We are recruiting for a full-time&nbsp;DCJ Information Technology Analyst 1&nbsp;for the Office of the Chief State's Attorney IT Division in Rocky Hill, CT.<br><br><strong>The Role:</strong><br><br>This position works Monday through Friday, based on 40-hour work week, with core hours of 8:30am to 5:00pm.&nbsp; The position number is 1257777.<br><br><strong>What we can Offer You:</strong><br><br><ul><li>Explore our new State Employee Benefits Overviewpageto get an understanding of the various benefits we provide to our employees.</li><li>The opportunity to work for a Forbes top company:&nbsp;'Forbes' State of Connecticut Ranked One of the Best Employers of 2023&nbsp;- State of CT Receives National Recognition for Offering Job Growth, Competitive Benefits, and Flexible Schedule! This recognition highlights our commitment to providing a supportive and rewarding work environment.</li><li>Professional growth and development opportunities to enhance your skills and advance your career. We believe in investing in our employees' success.</li><li>A healthy work/life balance is a priority for us. We are committed to fostering an environment that supports the personal and professional growth of all employees.</li></ul><br><br><strong>About Us:</strong><br><br>The&nbsp;Division of Criminal Justice&nbsp;(Division) and its employees are committed to the fair and equal administration of justice in Connecticut. To this end, the Division acknowledges its duty to investigate and prosecute matters within its jurisdiction diligently, ethically and impartially, honoring its constitutional and common law foundations. By ensuring that the criminal laws of the State of Connecticut are enforced fairly and constitutionally, the Division honors the rule of law upon which our nation is founded.&nbsp; Accomplishing this mission depends upon skill, creativity, and constructive interaction of all Division employees with the law enforcement community and advocacy in the highest traditions of the Office of State's Attorney, the first public prosecutor in America.<br><br><strong>NOTE:</strong>&nbsp;Incumbents will be required to complete a background check prior to the start date.<br><br><strong>FOR ASSISTANCE IN APPLYING:</strong><br><br>Please&nbsp;read&nbsp;or&nbsp;watch&nbsp;our Applicant Tips on How to Apply!<br><h4>Selection Plan</h4><br><strong>When You Apply:</strong><br><br><ul><li>In order to comply with&nbsp;Public Act 21-69, the State of Connecticut is no longer asking for resumes during the initial application process.&nbsp; Candidates invited to interview may be required to submit additional documentation which supports their qualification(s) for this position, such as a resume, performance reviews, supervisory references, college transcripts, licensure, etc., at the discretion of the hiring agency.</li><li><strong>NOTE:</strong>&nbsp;For current state employees, salary calculations are not necessarily comparable from one of the three branches of state government (i.e., Executive, Legislative, Judicial) to the other.</li></ul><br><strong>After You Apply:</strong><br><br><ul><li>All communication with applicants will be through the JobAps system, so applicants are encouraged to check for updates to their JobAps portal account.&nbsp; Please ensure that you are utilizing the correct email address for notices to be sent to you from the JobAps system.&nbsp; Interviews will be limited to candidates whose experience and training most closely meet the requirements of the position.</li><li>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.&nbsp; It is the candidate’s obligation and responsibility to request an exception and provide a legally recognized justification to accommodate such exception.&nbsp; Requests should be made to&nbsp;<a href="mailto:DCJ.HR@ct.gov" target="_blank">DCJ.HR@ct.gov</a>.</li></ul><br><strong>Contact Us:</strong><br><br><ul><li>Questions about this position should be directed to the hiring agency's human resources office:&nbsp;<a href="mailto:DCJ.HR@ct.gov" target="_blank">DCJ.HR@ct.gov</a>&nbsp;or 860-258-5800.</li></ul><br><h4>PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK)</h4><br>    In the Division of Criminal Justice this class is accountable for performing a range of information technology tasks and application development in an Information Technology (IT) environment.   <br><h4>EXAMPLES OF DUTIES</h4><br><strong>Service/Help Support&nbsp;</strong><br><br><ul><li>Responds to calls, email and personnel requests for technical support;&nbsp;</li><li>Tracks status of all problems and monitors open problems;&nbsp;</li><li>Resolves simple to moderate problems by providing support on hardware and software products;&nbsp;</li><li>Resolves simple to moderate technical calls from customers;&nbsp;</li><li>Acts as liaison between other technical staff, users and vendors regarding Help Desk and service requests;&nbsp;</li><li>Monitors personal computer (PC) performance;&nbsp;</li><li>Performs related duties as required.</li></ul><br><br><strong>Desktop Services</strong><br><br><ul><li>Diagnoses and resolves PC and simple software problems using a variety of diagnostic tools;&nbsp;</li><li>Uses diagnostic tools to identify hardware and/or software problems and initiates repair;&nbsp;</li><li>Rebuilds PCs and reconfigures user specific settings;&nbsp;</li><li>Installs new software releases of simple to moderate complexity;&nbsp;</li><li>Coordinates installation of and installs, modifies and maintains network components and PC hardware and/or software;&nbsp;</li><li>Assists in implementation of network and/or system hardware and software upgrades and/or enhancements;&nbsp;</li><li>Configures and installs terminal emulation software for host connection;&nbsp;</li><li>Performs related duties as required.</li></ul><br><br><strong>Network Services&nbsp;</strong><br><br><ul><li>Provides first level support for network connectivity, or related network issues for user community;&nbsp;</li><li>Assists with diagnoses and resolution of simple network problems;&nbsp;</li><li>Assists with the configuration of network components;&nbsp;</li><li>Resets and reinitializes devices when appropriate;&nbsp;</li><li>Assist in executing specific disaster recovery plans;&nbsp;</li><li>Provides user support and on the spot training to users;&nbsp;</li><li>Performs related duties as required.</li></ul><br><br><strong>Software Development</strong><br><br><ul><li>Prepares computer programs for solution of business problems from narrative statements, program specifications and other data as source materials;&nbsp;</li><li>Customizes software applications and designs templates and forms to meet user requirements;&nbsp;</li><li>Assists systems and application developers in analysis, design and development of information systems;&nbsp;</li><li>Prepares test data; performs system tests;&nbsp;</li><li>Debugs/corrects errors;&nbsp;</li><li>Diagnoses problems with operating systems specific to incompatibility with other applications;&nbsp;</li><li>Acts as liaison between other technical staff, users and vendors regarding basic application design and modification including database management systems;&nbsp;</li><li>Maintains and enhances existing programs;&nbsp;</li><li>Installs system upgrades and patches in support of application software;&nbsp;</li><li>Documents system changes and problem resolutions;&nbsp;</li><li>Participates in project planning sessions with team members to analyze requirements;&nbsp;</li><li>Uses programmer productivity tools;&nbsp;</li><li>Performs related duties as required.</li></ul><br><br><strong>Production Control</strong><br><br><ul><li>Performs technical functions in areas of documentation control, production control, systems software and production scheduling;&nbsp;</li><li>Responsible for effective utilization of production control software;&nbsp;</li><li>Prepares production schedule for computer processing;&nbsp;</li><li>Analyzes and resolves production control problems related to area of involvement;&nbsp;</li><li>Performs related duties as required.</li></ul><br><h4>KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY</h4><br><ul><li>Considerable knowledge of    <ul><li>data control functions;&nbsp;</li><li>IT equipment and diagnostic tools;&nbsp;</li></ul></li><li>Knowledge of    <ul><li>principles and techniques of computer programming;&nbsp;</li><li>programming languages;&nbsp;</li><li>principles of information systems;&nbsp;</li><li>principles and concepts of network environments;&nbsp;</li><li>computer operating systems;&nbsp;</li><li>fundamental principles and theories of business and planning functions;&nbsp;</li><li>principles and techniques of systems analysis, design and development;&nbsp;</li><li>capabilities of computer equipment and technology;&nbsp;</li></ul></li><li>Considerable    <ul><li>technical problem solving skills;&nbsp;</li><li>logic and analytical skills;&nbsp;</li><li>interpersonal skills;&nbsp;</li><li>oral and written communication skills;&nbsp;</li></ul></li><li>Considerable ability to install and maintain microcomputer hardware, software and network components;&nbsp;</li><li>Ability to    <ul><li>prepare and maintain records, logs, reports, documentation, and manuals;&nbsp;</li><li>write, test and debug computer programs;&nbsp;</li><li>use programming development tools;&nbsp;</li><li>identify, analyze and resolve simple business and technical problems.</li></ul></li></ul><br><h4>MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - GENERAL EXPERIENCE</h4><br>    Five (5) years of experience in information technology (IT) operations support, programming or another IT related support area.   <br><h4>MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - SPECIAL EXPERIENCE</h4><br>Two (2) years of the General Experience must have been performing basic technical support work in one of the following areas:<br><br><ul><li>Help desk functions.</li><li>Installing and maintaining basic computer hardware and software.</li><li>Basic technical work in data communications, microcomputer support, production control or programming.</li></ul><br><br><strong>NOTE:</strong> For state employees basic technical support work is interpreted at the level of an Information Technology Technician.<br><h4>MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - SUBSTITUTIONS ALLOWED</h4><br><ul><li>College training in management information systems, computer science or information technology related area may be substituted for the General Experience on the basis of fifteen (15) semester hours equalling one-half (1/2) year of experience to a maximum of four (4) years for a Bachelor's degree.</li><li>A Master's degree in management information systems, computer science or electrical engineering may be substituted for the General and Special Experience.</li><li>For state employees two (2) years as an Information Technology Technician may be substituted for the General and Special Experience.</li></ul><br><h4>PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS</h4><br><ul><li>Experience documenting requests using the IT ticket system;&nbsp;</li><li>Experience analyzing, diagnosing, and resolving software and hardware issues;&nbsp;</li><li>Experience providing technical support on a Tier-1 level;&nbsp;</li><li>Experience conducting new hardware installation and configuration;&nbsp;</li><li>Experience creating and maintaining Active Directory accounts, e-mail accounts, group distribution lists, and password resets; and,</li><li>Experience with the inventory of hardware and software.&nbsp;</li></ul><br><h4>Conclusion</h4><br><strong>AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER</strong><br><br>The State of Connecticut is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, and persons with disabilities.<br><h4>ACKNOWLEDGEMENT</h4><br>    As defined by Sec. 5-196 of the Connecticut General Statutes, a job class is a position or group of positions that share general characteristics and are categorized under a single title for administrative purposes. As such, a job class is not meant to be all-inclusive of every task and/or responsibility.   <br>

DCJ Information Technology Analyst 1

<br><h4>Introduction</h4><br>Located in New Britain, CT,&nbsp;Central Connecticut State University (Central)&nbsp;is a constituent unit of the&nbsp;Board of Regents for Higher Education (BOR),&nbsp;Connecticut State Colleges and Universities.&nbsp; As one of the&nbsp;State of Connecticut&nbsp;institutions of higher learning, Central is a regional, comprehensive public university dedicated to learning in the liberal arts and sciences and to education for the professions.&nbsp; Central offers a&nbsp;vibrant learning-centered community dedicated to teaching and to scholarship.<br><br><strong>ABOUT THE ROLE:&nbsp;&nbsp;</strong><br><br>We are&nbsp;accepting applications from candidates who meet the qualifications for a&nbsp;Lead Mail Handler&nbsp;to work in the Mail Room at Central.&nbsp; This position is responsible for ensuring continuity of Mail Room operations, ensuring appropriate customer service and meeting the needs of the campus community.<br><br>The campus processes over 200 packages daily in addition to bulk, first class and other mail, and sorts incoming mail for resident students in 10 residence halls.&nbsp; The incumbent in this position will handle the financial portion of the mailing process, oversee student workers in 2 mail room locations, schedule both locations and provide support to the campus community.&nbsp;<br><br><strong>POSITION HIGHLIGHTS:</strong><br><li>Full-Time</li><li>37.5 hours per week, Monday - Friday</li><li>7:00am - 3:00pm</li><br><strong>WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU?</strong><br><br><li>Industry leading health&nbsp;benefits&nbsp;including medical and dental coverage.</li><li>Extensive pension plan and supplemental retirement offerings.</li><li>Paid time off (including 13 holidays per calendar year).</li><li>Professional growth and development opportunities.</li><li>Tuition reimbursement for classified employees up to seventy-five percent (75%) of the cost for tuition, books and related fees.</li><li>Scholarships available to assist classified employees and/or their dependent children with the financial burden of tuition after completing four or more years of continuous service at Central Connecticut State University.&nbsp;</li><li>Culture that encourages&nbsp;work/life balance as well as an employee assistance program.&nbsp;</li><li>Work for a Forbes top company: 'Forbes'&nbsp;State of Connecticut Ranked One of the Best Employers of 2023&nbsp;- State of CT Receives National Recognition for Offering Job Growth, Competitive Benefits, and Flexible Schedule.</li><li>We have limitless areas for you to perform relevant and significant work.</li><li>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.&nbsp; Click&nbsp;here&nbsp;for more information.</li><br><br><strong>FOR ASSISTANCE IN APPLYING:</strong><br><br>Please&nbsp;read&nbsp;or&nbsp;watch&nbsp;our Applicant Tips on How to Apply!<br><h4>Selection Plan</h4><br>    In order to be considered for this job opening you must be a current State of CT employee of the agency listed above&nbsp;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.&nbsp; You must specify your qualifications on your application.<br><strong>APPLYING FOR THE POSITION:</strong><br><br><ul><li>For current state employees, salary calculations are not necessarily comparable from one of the three branches of state government (i.e. Executive, Judicial or Legislative) to the other.</li><li>To be considered for this job opening, you must meet the Minimum Qualifications listed on the job opening. The minimum experience and training requirements must be met by the close date of the job opening, unless otherwise specified. You must specify your qualifications on your application.&nbsp;</li><li>Ensure that your application is complete before submitting it. To comply with&nbsp;Public Act 21-69, the State of Connecticut no longer requests resumes during the initial application process. Once your application is submitted into the JobAps system, you cannot make revisions.</li><li>To receive educational credits toward qualification for this job posting, the institution must be accredited. For institutions located outside of the U.S., you must provide documentation from a recognized USA accrediting service specializing in determining foreign education equivalencies to the recruiter listed on this job posting.</li><li>All application materials must be received by the recruiting agency by the specified deadline. Late applications will not be considered. Candidates may request a rare and documented exception for events that incapacitate them during the entire duration of the job posting period by providing a legally-recognized justification to accommodate such an exception. Requests may be made to&nbsp;<a href="mailto:das.shrm@ct.gov" target="_blank">das.shrm@ct.gov</a>.</li></ul><br><br><strong>WHAT TO EXPECT AFTER APPLYING:</strong><br><br><ul><li>Applicants will receive correspondence via email and are also encouraged to monitor their Personal Status Board daily for status updates, notices, and tasks required in the recruitment process.</li><li>Some postings may require additional referral questions (RQs). You will receive an email with these questions after the posting’s closing date. Check your email and Personal Status Board for notifications, including your spam or junk folders.&nbsp;</li><li>You may be required to submit additional documentation supporting your qualifications at any point during the recruitment process. The documentation may include a cover letter, resume, transcripts, diplomas, performance reviews, attendance records, supervisory references, or licensure, at the discretion of the hiring agency.</li><li>The immediate vacancy is listed above, but your application may be considered for future vacancies in this job class.</li><li>Interviews will be limited to candidates whose experience and training most closely meet the requirements of the position.</li><li>Candidates offered a position with the State of Connecticut are bound by the State Code of Ethics for Public Officials and State Employees, available at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.ct.gov/ethics" target="_blank">www.ct.gov/ethics</a>.</li></ul><br><br><strong>CONNECT WITH US:</strong><br><br><ul><li>Due to the high volume of applications, we cannot confirm receipt or status during the recruitment process. Updates will be available through your JobAps portal account.&nbsp;</li><li>If you have any questions about this recruitment, please contact Olivia Duncan at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:olivia.duncan@ccsu.edu" target="_blank">olivia.duncan@ccsu.edu</a>.&nbsp;</li><li>Follow the State of Connecticut on&nbsp;LinkedIn&nbsp;to stay updated on our career opportunities and news.</li></ul><br><h4>PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK)</h4><br>    In a state agency mail service operation this class is accountable for acting as a working supervisor with responsibility for a minimum of two other employees while performing unit work activities; may act as the assistant to a Mail Services Supervisor; may supervise mail operations in a small agency.   <br><h4>EXAMPLES OF DUTIES</h4><br><ul><li>Plans mail service unit workflow and determines priorities;&nbsp;</li><li>Schedules, assigns, oversees, and reviews work;&nbsp;</li><li>Establishes and maintains mail service unit procedures;&nbsp;</li><li>Provides staff training and assistance;&nbsp;</li><li>Conducts or assists in conducting performance evaluations;&nbsp;</li><li>Acts as liaison with operating units, agencies, and outside officials regarding unit policies and procedures;&nbsp;</li><li>Prepares reports and correspondence;&nbsp;</li><li>Operates and adjusts postage metering machines;&nbsp;</li><li>Performs minor repairs;&nbsp;</li><li>Sets up equipment;&nbsp;</li><li>Participates in the operation of the mail service including pick-up and delivery of mail;&nbsp;</li><li>Signs for registered or certified mail;&nbsp;</li><li>Maintains and orders supplies;&nbsp;</li><li>May make recommendations on policies or standards;&nbsp;</li><li>Performs related duties as required.</li></ul><br><h4>KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY</h4><br><ul><li>Knowledge of U.S. Postal Service regulations, rates and classes of mail;&nbsp;</li><li>Skills    <ul><li>interpersonal skills;&nbsp;</li><li>oral and written communication skills;&nbsp;</li></ul></li><li>Ability to    <ul><li>coordinate mail service operations;&nbsp;</li><li>recognize equipment problems and prescribe repairs;&nbsp;</li><li>perform basic arithmetic computations;&nbsp;</li><li>utilize computer software;&nbsp;</li></ul></li><li>Mechanical ability;&nbsp;</li><li>Supervisory ability.</li></ul><br><h4>MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - GENERAL EXPERIENCE</h4><br>    Three (3) years of experience in a mail service or postal operation involving the operation and maintenance of mail service equipment.   <br><h4>PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS</h4><br><ul><li>Mail handler experience in a higher education setting    </li><li>Familiarity with locker systems for package pick up    </li><li>Experience with weekly and monthly postage budget reconciliation&nbsp;</li></ul><br><h4>SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS</h4><br>    Incumbents in this class must possess and retain a valid  Motor Vehicle Operator's license.   <br><h4>PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS</h4><br><ul><li>Incumbents in this class must have adequate physical strength, stamina, physical agility and visual and auditory acuity, and must maintain such physical fitness as to be able to perform the duties.</li><li>A physical examination may be required.</li></ul><br><h4>WORKING CONDITIONS</h4><br>    Incumbents may be required to lift moderate to heavy weights.   <br><h4>Conclusion</h4><br><strong>AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER</strong><br><br>The State of Connecticut is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, and persons with disabilities.<br><h4>ACKNOWLEDGEMENT</h4><br>As defined by Sec. 5-196 of the Connecticut General Statutes, a job class is a position or group of positions that share general characteristics and are categorized under a single title for administrative purposes. As such, a job class is not meant to be all inclusive of every task and/or responsibility.<br>

Lead Mail Handler (37.5 Hour)(Central CT State University - CCSU)

<br><h4>Introduction</h4><br><strong><strong>Do you want to make a difference while participating in a dynamic and reciprocal health care environment in the public sector?&nbsp;</strong><strong>If so, we have an excellent opportunity for you to join our hospital’s team!&nbsp;</strong></strong><br><br><strong>THE POSITION</strong><br><br>The&nbsp;State of Connecticut,&nbsp;Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services&nbsp;(DMHAS)&nbsp;is seeking a Community Clinician&nbsp;to join their team. This position will provide&nbsp;intensive support to a vulnerable population of people with complex behavioral and/or substance related conditions who live in the community. This position will also provide critical support and clinical service to these individuals such as securing/maintaining housing, obtaining basic needs, financial benefits, medical care and supervision of medication administration.<br><br><strong>HIGHLIGHTS</strong><br><br><ul><li>FACILITY:&nbsp;River Valley Services (RVS)</li><li>ADDRESS:&nbsp;351 Silver Street, Middletown, CT</li><li>UNIT: Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) Team&nbsp;</li><li>POSITION NUMBER: 144330</li><li>SCHEDULE:&nbsp;</li></ul><br><br>Sunday&nbsp;<br><br>Monday&nbsp;<br><br>Tuesday&nbsp;<br><br>Wednesday&nbsp;<br><br>Thursday&nbsp;<br><br>Friday&nbsp;<br><br>Saturday&nbsp;<br><br>Rotation 1, Week 1<br><br>OFF&nbsp;<br><br>8:00am - 4:30pm&nbsp;<br><br>10:30am - 6:00pm&nbsp;<br><br>8:00am - 4:30pm&nbsp;<br><br>8:00am - 4:30pm&nbsp;<br><br>10:30am - 6:00pm&nbsp;<br><br>OFF&nbsp;<br><br>Rotation 1, Week 2&nbsp;<br><br>OFF&nbsp;<br><br>OFF&nbsp;<br><br>10:30am - 6:00pm&nbsp;<br><br>8:00am - 4:30pm&nbsp;<br><br>8:00am - 4:30pm&nbsp;<br><br>8:00am - 4:30pm&nbsp;<br><br>OFF&nbsp;<br><br>Rotation 2, Week 1&nbsp;<br><br>8:00am - 4:30pm<br><br>8:00am - 4:30pm&nbsp;<br><br>OFF&nbsp;<br><br>8:00am - 4:30pm&nbsp;<br><br>8:00am - 4:30pm&nbsp;<br><br>OFF&nbsp;<br><br>9:00am - 4:30pm&nbsp;<br><br>Rotation 2, Week 2&nbsp;<br><br>OFF&nbsp;<br><br>OFF&nbsp;<br><br>10:30am - 6:00pm&nbsp;<br><br>8:00am - 4:30pm&nbsp;<br><br>8:00am - 4:30pm&nbsp;<br><br>8:00am - 4:30pm&nbsp;<br><br>OFF<br><br><strong>WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU</strong><br><br><ul><li>Visit our&nbsp;newState Employee Benefits Overview&nbsp;page!</li><li>The opportunity to work for a Forbes top company: 'Forbes'&nbsp;State of Connecticut Ranked one of the Best Employers of 2023&nbsp;- State of CT Receives National Recognition for Offering Job Growth, Competitive Benefits, and Flexible Schedule</li><li>Professional growth and development opportunities</li><li>A health&nbsp;work/life balance&nbsp;to all employees</li></ul><br><br><strong>DISCOVER THE OPPPORTUNITY TO</strong><br><br><ul><li>Engage in a rewarding career;</li><li>Provide support to a division that is passionate about improving the lives of those we serve;&nbsp;</li><li>Assist our clients so they can achieve success;</li><li>Make a difference in the public sector;</li><li>Work together in a collaborative team environment.</li></ul><br><br><strong>ABOUT US&nbsp;</strong><br><br>DMHAS is a health care agency whose mission is to promote the overall health and wellness of persons with behavioral health needs through an integrated network of holistic, comprehensive, effective, and efficient services and supports that foster dignity, respect, and self-sufficiency in those we serve.&nbsp;<br><br>The goal of RVS is to provide the highest quality crisis intervention, case management, and residential and clinical services to adult citizens, 18 years of age and older, who suffer from serious mental disorders and who lack the financial means to secure such services in the private sector.&nbsp;<br><br><strong>PLEASE NOTE</strong><br><br><ul><li>A comprehensive&nbsp;medical examination, including a drug screening, will be required of all applicants upon a conditional offer of employment.</li><li>All state employees must adhere to&nbsp;Connecticut's Policy for a Drug Free Workplace.&nbsp;</li></ul><br><h4>Selection Plan</h4><br><strong>FOR ASSISTANCE IN APPLYING:&nbsp;</strong><br><br>Please&nbsp;reador&nbsp;watchour&nbsp;Applicant Tips on How to Apply!<br><br><strong>Please Note</strong>:&nbsp;For current state employees, salary calculations are not necessarily comparable from one of the three branches of state government (i.e., Executive, Legislative, Judicial) to the other.<br><br><strong>TO APPLY</strong><br><br><ul><li>In order to be considered for this job opening, you must meet the Minimum Qualifications as listed on the job opening. The minimum experience and training requirements must be met by the close date on the job opening, unless otherwise specified.&nbsp;</li><li>In order to receive educational credits toward qualification for this job posting, the institution must be accredited.&nbsp; If the institution of higher learning is located outside of the U.S., you are responsible for providing documentation from a recognized USA accrediting service which specializes in determining foreign education equivalencies to the recruiter listed on this job posting.</li><li>You must specify your qualifications on your application. You will be unable to make revisions once you submit your application for this posting to the JobAps system.</li><li>In order to comply with&nbsp;Public Act 21-69, the State of Connecticut is no longer asking for resumes during the initial application process.</li><li>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&nbsp;<a href="mailto:DAS.SHRM@ct.gov" target="_blank">DAS.SHRM@ct.gov</a>.</li><li>This position will be filled in accordance with contractual language, reemployment, SEBAC, transfer, promotion and merit employment rules.</li></ul><br><br><strong>AFTER YOU APPLY&nbsp;</strong><br><br><strong><ul><li>Although applicants will receive correspondence via email and/or phone, as a backup they are also encouraged to sign on to their Personal Status Board on a daily basis to monitor their status, view all emailed notices and complete tasks required in the recruitment process.&nbsp;</li><li>This posting&nbsp;may require completion of additional referral questions (RQs). You can access these RQs via an email that will be sent to you after the posting's closing date or by visiting your JobAps Personal Status Board (Certification Questionnaires section). Your responses to these RQs must be submitted by the question's expiration date. Please regularly check your email and JobAps Personal Status Board for notifications. Please check your SPAM and/or Junk folders on a daily basis in the event an email provider places auto-notification emails in a user's spam.</li><li>NOTE: At any point during the recruitment process, applicants may be required to submit additional documentation which support their qualification(s) for this position. These documents may include: a cover letter, resume, transcripts, diplomas, performance reviews, attendance records, supervisory references, licensure, etc., at the discretion of the hiring agency.</li><li>The immediate vacancy is listed above, however, applications to this recruitment may be used for future vacancies in this job class.</li><li>Interviews&nbsp;will be limited to candidates whose experience and training most closely meet the requirements of the position.&nbsp;Read through this helpful link to&nbsp;prepare for your interview.</li><li>Candidates&nbsp;who are offered and accept a position with the State of Connecticut are bound by the State Code of Ethics for Public Officials and State Employees which is available at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.ct.gov/ethics" target="_blank">www.ct.gov/ethics</a>.</li></ul></strong><br><br><strong>CONNECT WITH US&nbsp;</strong><br><br><strong><ul><li>Due to&nbsp;the large volume of applications received, we are unable to provide confirmation of receipt or status during the recruitment process.</li><li>Updates&nbsp;will be available through your JobAps portal account. If you have any questions pertaining to this recruitment, please contact Jensine Tran at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:jensine.tran@ct.gov" target="_blank">jensine.tran@ct.gov</a>.&nbsp;</li></ul></strong><br><h4>PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK)</h4><br>In the Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services community based behavioral health program, this class is accountable for providing clinical assessment and evaluation of treatment programs for an on-going primary caseload of clients for a behavioral health treatment team.<br><h4>EXAMPLES OF DUTIES</h4><br><ul><li>Functions primarily to implement treatment plans for clients on caseload;&nbsp;</li><li>Provides case management services to clients;</li><li>Assists clients in linking with community support systems and agencies;&nbsp;</li><li>Monitors clients progress within mental health and community support systems;</li><li>Performs intake, evaluation and assessment of treatment programs under supervision of a licensed independent practitioner;</li><li>Participates in counseling sessions;</li><li>Provides education and training to clients in community living and activities of daily living skills;</li><li>Monitors clients medication compliance and coordinates meetings with team psychiatrists or nurses as necessary;&nbsp;</li><li>Provides appropriate interventions to clients in crisis including outreach, counseling and/or referral to other service providers;&nbsp;</li><li>Completes all required documentation related to client treatment in accordance with established procedures;</li><li>May transport clients to and from appointments;&nbsp;</li><li>May assist in development of treatment plans for new clients;</li><li>May administer medication;&nbsp;</li><li>May provide nursing consultation and/or input;&nbsp;</li><li>Performs related duties as required.</li></ul><br><h4>KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY</h4><br><ul><li>Knowledge of    <ul><li>behavioral health counseling techniques;&nbsp;</li><li>social work methodology, casework, group work and community mobilization;&nbsp;</li><li>family dynamics and dynamics of interpersonal relationships;&nbsp;</li><li>social, cultural, economic, medical, psychological and legal issues which influence attitudes and behaviors of clients and families;&nbsp;</li><li>community resources available to individuals and families;&nbsp;</li><li>approaches to treatment;&nbsp;</li><li>psychotropic and addiction medications;&nbsp;</li></ul></li><li>Considerable&nbsp;    <ul><li>interpersonal skills;&nbsp;</li><li>oral and written communication skills;&nbsp;</li></ul></li><li>Considerable ability to prepare clear and concise reports and case histories.</li></ul><br><h4>MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - GENERAL EXPERIENCE</h4><br>A Bachelor’s degree in a health care field and two (2) years of experience working independently using clinical case management techniques in a behavioral health setting.<br><br>NOTE: Case management is defined as primary responsibility for the implementation, monitoring, evaluation and assessment of client progress towards meeting treatment objectives as outlined in an approved treatment plan.<br><h4>MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - SUBSTITUTIONS ALLOWED</h4><br><ul><li>A Master’s degree in counseling, psychology or other clinical discipline may be substituted for one (1) year of the General Experience.</li><li>A current Connecticut license as a registered professional nurse and two (2) years of experience working in a psychiatric setting may be substituted for the Bachelor’s degree.</li><li>A Master’s degree in social work (MSW) and two (2) years at the level of a Mental Health Assistant 2 independently performing the full range of paraprofessional case management in a behavioral health setting may be substituted for the General Experience.</li></ul><br><h4>PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS</h4><br><ul><li>Experience working with adults with complex behavioral health and/or substance-related conditions to provide community-based case management services including support to obtain housing, entitlements, and medical care&nbsp;</li><li>Experience assessing and teaching life skills in community-based settings to adults with complex behavioral health and/or substance-related conditions</li><li>Experience utilizing outreach and engagement strategies to support adults with complex behavioral health and/or substance-related conditions in community-based settings</li></ul><br><h4>SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS</h4><br><ul><li>Incumbents in this class must possess and retain licensure or certification in designated positions.</li><li>Incumbents in this class may be required to be a certified substance abuse counselor.</li><li>Incumbents in this class may be required to have knowledge of sign language and communication ability with the deaf and hearing impaired in designated positions.</li><li>Incumbents in this class may be required to have ability in Spanish oral and written communication in designated positions.</li><li>Incumbents in this class may be required to travel.</li></ul><br><h4>Conclusion</h4><br><strong>AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER</strong><br><br>The State of Connecticut is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, and persons with disabilities.<br>

Community Clinician (35 Hour)(Office/On-site)

<br><h4>Introduction</h4><br>The State of Connecticut, Department of Developmental Services (DDS), Central Office, seeks a talented and qualified individual for the position of Associate Fiscal/Administrative Officer to be based in Hartford, CT.<br><br><strong>Position Highlights:</strong><br><br><ul><li>Full-time, 40 hours per week</li><li>First (1st) shift</li><li>Monday - Friday</li><li>Incumbents must be flexible in order to meet the needs of the agency</li></ul><br><strong>The Role:</strong><br><br>The Associate Fiscal/Administrative Officer will assist the Fiscal/Administrative Manager 1 to oversee budgeting functions, review &amp; maintenance, compilation and review of complex financial reports, oversee grant and contract administration; perform complex purchasing tasks such as preparing specifications, soliciting bids and recommending contract awards; maintain Federal Grant appropriations for private provider services, complete and prepare complex analyses for external financial reports.<br><br><strong>What’s In It For You:</strong><br><br>Visit our <strong>new </strong>State Employee Benefits Overview page!<br><br><ul><li>To work for a Forbes top company: ‘<strong>Forbes</strong>’ State of Connecticut Ranked One of the Best Employers of 2023 - State of CT Receives National Recognition for Offering Job Growth, Competitive Benefits, and Flexible Schedule;</li><li>Professional growth and paid professional development opportunities.</li><li>A healthy work-life balance to all employees.</li><li>State of Connecticut is an eligible Public Service Loan Forgiveness employer, meaning you may be eligible to have qualifying student loan forgiveness after 10 years of service. Click here for more information.</li></ul><br><strong><em>We hope you take this opportunity to continue your career and make an impaCT!</em></strong><br><h4>Selection Plan</h4><br>In order to be considered for this job opening you must be a current State of CT employee of the agency listed above&nbsp;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.&nbsp; You must specify your qualifications on your application.&nbsp;<br><br><strong>For Assistance in Applying:</strong><br><br>Please read or watch our Applicant Tips on How to Apply!<br><br><strong>Application Process: </strong><br><br>This position will be filled in accordance with contractual language, reemployment, SEBAC, transfer, promotion and merit employment rules. <br><br>For current state employees, salary calculations are not necessarily comparable from branch to branch but it does not impact your state service credit.<br><br>In order to comply with Public Act 21-69, the State of Connecticut is no longer asking for resumes during the initial application process.<br><br>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.<br><br>The immediate vacancy is listed above, however, applications to this recruitment may be used for future vacancies in this job class.<br><br>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 <a href="mailto:DAS.SHRM@ct.gov" target="_blank">DAS.SHRM@ct.gov</a>.<br><br>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.<br><br><strong>Selection Process: </strong><br><br>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. <br><br>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.<br><br><strong>Read through this helpful link to</strong><strong>prepare for your interview.</strong><br><br><strong>Contact Information:</strong><br><br>If you require an accommodation to participate fully and fairly under the provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), please contact Edward Magnano, EEO Manager at (860) 418-6148 or (<a href="mailto:Edward.Magnano@ct.gov" target="_blank">Edward.Magnano@ct.gov</a>)<br><br>Due to the large volume of applications received, we are unable to provide confirmation of receipt or status during the recruitment process. <br><br>Should you have any questions pertaining to this recruitment, please contact Christopher Lavallee at <a href="mailto:Christopher.Lavallee@ct.gov" target="_blank">Christopher.Lavallee@ct.gov</a>.<br><h4>PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK)</h4><br>In a state agency, facility or institution this class is accountable for performing the most complex fiscal tasks within a variety of fiscal and administrative functions or acting as a working supervisor over a variety of fiscal and administrative functions, including payroll oversight.<br><h4>EXAMPLES OF DUTIES</h4><br><ul><li>Performs the most complex fiscal and administrative tasks within a unit that clearly exceeds the norm and includes a concentration of highly advanced functions as defined by leadership;&nbsp;</li><li>Plans office workflow and determines priorities;&nbsp;</li><li>Schedules, assigns, oversees and reviews work;&nbsp;</li><li>Establishes and maintains office procedures;&nbsp;</li><li>Provides staff training and assistance;&nbsp;</li><li>Conducts or assists in conducting performance evaluations;&nbsp;</li><li>Acts as liaison with other operating units, agencies and other officials regarding policies and procedures;&nbsp;</li><li>Prepares and analyzes complex financial statements and reports and budget requests;&nbsp;</li><li>Projects expenditures and assists in financial planning;&nbsp;</li><li>Maintains fiscal controls by authorizing non-routine expenditures;&nbsp;</li><li>Manages various phases of budget process;&nbsp;</li><li>Makes recommendations on policies and standards;&nbsp;</li><li>Oversees maintenance of accounting records;&nbsp;</li><li>Utilizes EDP systems for financial records, reports, and analyses;&nbsp;</li><li>May oversee implementation and analysis of financial and administrative EDP applications;&nbsp;</li><li>May oversee grant and contract administration;&nbsp;</li><li>May oversee payroll;&nbsp;</li><li>May perform complex purchasing tasks such as preparing specifications, soliciting bids and recommending contract awards;&nbsp;</li><li>May oversee leasing functions including negotiating contracts and space requirements;&nbsp;</li><li>May supervise support services such as stores, inventory, security, mailroom, food service or maintenance;&nbsp;</li><li>May supervise payroll, purchasing and/or other fiscal and administrative functions;&nbsp;</li><li>Performs related duties as required.</li></ul><br><h4>KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY</h4><br><ul><li>Considerable knowledge of principles and practices of public administration with special reference to governmental budget management, governmental accounting, and payroll;&nbsp;</li><li>Knowledge of    <ul><li>grants and contracts preparation and administration;&nbsp;</li><li>purchasing principles and procedures;&nbsp;</li><li>payroll practices and procedures;&nbsp;</li></ul></li><li>Considerable    <ul><li>interpersonal skills;&nbsp;</li><li>oral and written communication skills;&nbsp;</li></ul></li><li>Considerable ability in preparation and analysis of financial and statistical reports;&nbsp;</li><li>Ability to    <ul><li>understand and apply relevant state and federal laws, statutes and regulations;&nbsp;</li><li>utilize EDP systems for financial management;&nbsp;</li></ul></li><li>Supervisory ability.</li></ul><br><h4>MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - GENERAL EXPERIENCE</h4><br>Seven (7) years of experience in a combination of fiscal administrative functions (e.g., accounting, accounts examining, budget management, grants administration, payroll, purchasing) at least one of which must be an accounting, budgeting, or payroll function.<br><h4>MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - SPECIAL EXPERIENCE</h4><br>One (1) year of the General Experience must have been at the professional working level of Fiscal/Administrative Officer,&nbsp;Accountant, or Payroll Officer 2.<br><br>NOTE: Connecticut Careers Trainee experience (target Fiscal/Administrative Officer or closely related class) is at the professional training level and is below the professional working level.<br><h4>MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - SUBSTITUTIONS ALLOWED</h4><br><ul><li><br>College training may be substituted for the General Experience on the basis of fifteen (15) semester hours equalling one-half (1/2) year of experience to a maximum of four (4) years for a Bachelor's degree.<br></li><li><br>A Master's degree in public administration, business administration or accounting may be substituted for one (1) additional year of the General Experience.<br></li><li><br>For state employees experience at the level of a Purchasing Services Officer 1 substitutes for the General and Special Experience on a year for year basis.<br></li></ul><br><h4>PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS</h4><br><ul><li>Experience with the analysis of financial budgets.&nbsp;</li><li>Experience reviewing accounts, ledgers, and expenditure data.&nbsp;</li><li>Experience monitoring, preparing and reconciling federal and state funded expenditures and reports.</li><li>Experience communicating with state vendors and fiscal intermediaries.&nbsp;</li><li>Experience communicating with DDS individuals and their families.&nbsp;</li><li>Experience working with Microsoft Office 365 Suite with emphasis in Excel.</li></ul><br><h4>Conclusion</h4><br><strong>AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER</strong><br><br>The State of Connecticut is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, and persons with disabilities.<br><h4>ACKNOWLEDGEMENT</h4><br>    As defined by Sec. 5-196 of the Connecticut General Statutes, a job class is a position or group of positions that share general characteristics and are categorized under a single title for administrative purposes.&nbsp; As such, a job class is not meant to be all-inclusive of every task and/or responsibility.   <br>

Associate Fiscal/Administrative Officer(Hybrid)

<br><h4>Introduction</h4><br><strong>The&nbsp;State of Connecticut, Department of Developmental Services (DDS) -&nbsp;</strong><strong>South Region - has one (1) full-time (second shift) job opportunity for DSW2, at the Transitional Unit in Meriden.&nbsp;</strong><strong>You will play a crucial role in supporting individuals with developmental disabilities.</strong><br><br><strong>Schedule:</strong><br><br><ul><li>2:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.</li><li>Sunday through Thursday</li><li>(Regular Days Off – Friday &amp; Saturday)</li></ul><br><br><strong>To be considered for the Developmental Services Worker 2 position, candidates should possess</strong>:<br><ul><li>A valid driver's license and the ability to travel as needed.</li><li>Strong communication and interpersonal skills.</li><li>The ability to work collaboratively as part of a team.</li><li>Flexibility to work second shift hours.</li><li>Dedication to providing outstanding care and support to clients.</li></ul><br><br><strong>Why Join Us?</strong><br><br>At the State of Connecticut, we value inclusivity, collaboration, and professional excellence. Our team members are our greatest asset, and we are committed to fostering an environment where everyone can thrive. As a DSW2 with us, you will:<ul><li>Thrive in an encouraging and dynamic environment.</li><li>Have access to comprehensive benefits and career advancement opportunities.</li><li>Make a meaningful impact on the lives of those you care for.</li><li><strong>Visit our&nbsp;</strong>new&nbsp;State Employee Benefits Overview&nbsp;page!</li><li>Work for a Forbes top company: 'Forbes'&nbsp;State of Connecticut Ranked One of the Best Employers of 2023&nbsp;- State of CT Receives National Recognition for Offering Job Growth, Competitive Benefits, and Flexible Schedule.</li></ul><strong>How to Apply</strong><br>    Take your career to the next level and join a team that is committed to making an impact. Apply now through our Online Employment Center outlining your qualifications and experience. We eagerly await your application.            <br><h4>Selection Plan</h4><br><ul><ul><li><strong>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.</strong></li></ul><li><br><br>Please visit our 'Applicant Tips on How to Apply' page or view our&nbsp;tutorial.<br><br></li><li>The minimum experience and training requirements must be met by the close&nbsp;date on the job opening, unless otherwise specified.</li><li>If you require an accommodation to participate fully and fairly under the provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), please contact Edward&nbsp;Magnano, EEO Manager at (860) 418-6148 or&nbsp;<a href="mailto:Edward.Magnano@ct.gov" target="_blank">Edward.Magnano@ct.gov</a>.            </li><li>Although applicants will receive correspondence via email, as a backup they are also encouraged to sign on to their Personal Status Board on a daily basis to monitor their status, view all emailed notices and complete tasks required in the recruitment process.&nbsp;</li><li>In order to comply with Public Act 21-69, the State of Connecticut is no longer asking for resumes during the initial application process.&nbsp;&nbsp;</li><li>This posting may require completion of additional referral questions (RQs). You can access these RQs via an email that will be sent to you after the posting's closing date or by visiting your&nbsp;JobAps&nbsp;Personal Status Board (Certification Questionnaires section). Your responses to these RQs must be submitted by the question's expiration date. Please regularly check your email and&nbsp;JobAps&nbsp;Personal Status Board for notifications. Please check your SPAM and/or Junk folders on a daily basis in the event an email provider places auto-notification emails in a user's spam.&nbsp;</li><li>Note:&nbsp; At any point during the recruitment process, applicants may be required to submit additional documentation which support their qualification(s) for this position.&nbsp; These documents may include:&nbsp; a cover letter, resume, transcripts, diplomas, performance reviews, attendance records, supervisory references, licensure, etc., at the discretion of the hiring agency.&nbsp; Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications as indicated to apply for this position.&nbsp;</li><li>Should you have questions pertaining to this recruitment, please contact Liz&nbsp;Pinette&nbsp;at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:elizabeth.pinette@ct.gov" target="_blank">elizabeth.pinette@ct.gov</a>.</li><li>This position will be filled in accordance with contractual language, reemployment, SEBAC, transfer, promotion and merit employment rules.</li><li>The immediate vacancy is listed above, however, applications to this recruitment may be used for future vacancies in this job class.</li><li>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.&nbsp; It is the candidate’s obligation and responsibility to request an exception and provide a legally recognized justification to accommodate such exception.&nbsp; Requests should be made to&nbsp;<a href="mailto:DAS.SHRM@ct.gov" target="_blank">DAS.SHRM@ct.gov</a>.</li><li>For current state employees, salary calculations are not necessarily comparable from one of the three branches of state government (i.e., Executive, Legislative, Judicial) to the other.</li><li>Read through this helpful link to&nbsp;prepare for your interview.</li></ul><br><h4>PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK)</h4><br>    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.   <br><h4>EXAMPLES OF DUTIES</h4><br><ul><li>Implements programs and procedures designed to achieve objectives of department in care of individuals with developmental disabilities;&nbsp;</li><li>Provides guidance and instructions to individuals in development of desirable personal habits, hygiene and social relationships;&nbsp;</li><li>Responsible for individuals health and safety;&nbsp;</li><li>Implements individual program plans;&nbsp;</li><li>Reinforces appropriate individual behavior through modification techniques;&nbsp;</li><li>Participates in preparation, serving and feeding of meals to individuals;&nbsp;</li><li>Performs housekeeping duties necessary to maintain a clean and healthy environment for individuals;&nbsp;</li><li>May lead and participate in social and recreational activities designed to develop individual potential;&nbsp;</li><li>May act as shift charge;&nbsp;</li><li>May attend interdisciplinary team meetings;&nbsp;</li><li>May evaluate performance of subordinate staff;&nbsp;</li><li>May provide orientation and basic inservice training to subordinate staff;&nbsp;</li><li>May participate in special programs designed to fully develop potential of individuals;&nbsp;</li><li>May administer first aid in emergency situations;&nbsp;</li><li>May administer selected oral medications;&nbsp;</li><li>Performs related duties as required.</li></ul><br><h4>KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY</h4><br><ul><li>Knowledge of    <ul><li>fundamentals of hygiene and physical training;&nbsp;</li><li>safety, fire and first aid procedures;&nbsp;</li><li>interdisciplinary process for development of individual programs;&nbsp;</li></ul></li><li>Considerable interpersonal skills;&nbsp;</li><li>Skills    <ul><li>oral and written communication skills;&nbsp;</li><li>in behavior management of individuals;&nbsp;</li></ul></li><li>Ability to    <ul><li>recognize and report behavioral change;&nbsp;</li><li>develop a positive relationship with individuals;&nbsp;</li><li>lead and participate in recreational and occupational activities;&nbsp;</li><li>follow oral and written instruction.</li></ul></li></ul><br><h4>MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - GENERAL EXPERIENCE</h4><br>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.<br><h4>PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS</h4><br><ul><li>Medication Certification.</li><li>Experience providing counsel, comfort, or encouragement to individuals or families.</li><li>Experience with electronic mail, word processing, and calendar and scheduling computer software.</li><li>Experience working with Children and Adults with Autism.</li><li>Experience working with non-verbal individuals with intellectual disabilities.</li></ul><br><h4>SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS</h4><br><ul><li>Incumbents in this class may be required to obtain and maintain Medication Administration Certification from the Department of Developmental Services.</li><li>Incumbents in this class may be required to be bilingual or fluent in American Sign Language.</li><li>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.</li><li>Incumbents in this class may be required to travel.</li></ul><br><h4>PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS</h4><br>    Incumbents in this class must possess physical and emotional health for efficient performance of duties; a physical examination may be required.   <br><h4>WORKING CONDITIONS</h4><br><ul><li>Incumbents in this class may be required to lift and restrain individuals.</li><li>Incumbents in this class may have significant exposure to communicable/infectious diseases and to risk of injury from assaultive/abusive individuals.</li><li>Incumbents in this class may be exposed to strongly disagreeable conditions.    </li></ul><br><h4>Conclusion</h4><br><strong>AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER</strong><br><br>The State of Connecticut is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, and persons with disabilities.<br><h4>ACKNOWLEDGEMENT</h4><br>As defined by Sec. 5-196 of the Connecticut General Statutes, a job class is a position or group of positions that share general characteristics and are categorized under a single title for administrative purposes. As such, a job class is not meant to be all inclusive of every task and/or responsibility.<br>

Developmental Services Worker 2 (35 Hour)(Office/On-site)

<br><h4>Introduction</h4><br><strong>Are you a current Department of Developmental Services Agency employee looking to take on a new role?&nbsp; If so, we encourage you to apply for the Developmental Services Worker 2 position today!</strong><br><br>The&nbsp;<strong><strong>State of Connecticut</strong></strong>, Department of Developmental Services (<strong><strong>DDS</strong></strong>) – South Region – is recruiting for one (1) Part-time <strong><strong>Developmental Services Worker 2</strong></strong> (DSW2) position located at Westfield Street in Middletown, CT.<br><br><strong>Position Highlights:</strong><br><br><strong>PCN 22940</strong><br><br><ul><li>Part-time | 2nd Shift </li><li>Schedule: Friday &amp; Saturday | 1:00 pm – 9:45 pm</li><li><strong>However, work flexibility is required in order to meet the needs of the agency.</strong></li><li><strong>Must have a valid driver’s license with F Endorsement.</strong></li><li><strong>Will be required to travel.</strong></li></ul><br><br><strong>In your role as a Developmental Services Worker 2, you will have the opportunity to:</strong><br><br><ul><li>Implement programs and procedures designed to achieve the objectives of department in the care of individuals with developmental disabilities;</li><li>Provide guidance and instruction to individuals in development of desirable personal habits, hygiene and social relationships;</li><li>Implement individual program plans;</li><li>Reinforce appropriate individual behavior through modification techniques;</li><li>Participate in preparation, serving and feeding of meals to individuals;</li><li>Perform housekeeping duties necessary to maintain a clean and health environment for individuals;</li><li>May lead and participate in social and recreational activities designed to develop individual potential;</li><li>May act as a shift charge;</li><li>May attend interdisciplinary team meetings;</li><li>May evaluate performance of subordinate staff;</li><li>May provide orientation and basic in-service training to subordinate staff;</li><li>May participate in special programs designed to fully develop the potential of individuals;</li><li>May administer first aid in emergency situations;</li><li>May administer selected oral medications;</li><li>Other duties as assigned.</li></ul><br><br><strong>What we can offer you:</strong><br><br><ul><li>View our <strong>new</strong><strong><strong>State Employee Benefits Overview</strong></strong> page!</li><li>Professional growth and paid professional development opportunities.</li><li>A healthy&nbsp;<strong><strong>work-life balance</strong></strong> to all employees!</li><li>The opportunity to work for a Forbes top company: <strong>‘Forbes’ </strong><strong><strong>State of Connecticut Ranked one of the best Employers of 2023</strong></strong> – State of CT receives National Recognition for Offering Job Growth, Competitive Benefits, and Flexible Schedule.</li><li>The 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.&nbsp; Click <strong><strong>here</strong></strong> for more information.</li></ul><br><br><strong>Mission Statement:</strong><br><br>The mission of the Department of Developmental Services is to partner with the individuals we support and their families, to support lifelong planning and to join with others to create and promote meaningful opportunities for individuals to fully participate as valued members of their communities.<br><h4>Selection Plan</h4><br><strong>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.&nbsp; You must specify your qualifications on your application.</strong><br><br><strong>FOR ASSISTANCE WITH APPLYING:</strong><br><br>Please <strong><strong>read</strong></strong> or <strong><strong>watch</strong></strong> our Applicant Tips on How to Apply!<br><br><strong>To Apply:</strong><br><br><ul><li>Must have a valid CT driver’s license.</li><li>In order to be considered for this job opening, you must meet the Minimum Qualifications as listed on this job opening.&nbsp; You must specify your qualifications on your application.</li><li>Must have the ability to obtain a Medication Administration Certification from the Department of Developmental Services</li><li>The minimum experience and training requirements must be met by the close date on the job opening, unless otherwise specified.</li><li>These positions will be filled in accordance with contractual language, reemployment, SEBAC, transfer, promotion, and merit employment rules.&nbsp; Applications to this recruitment will be used to meet collective bargaining requirements.&nbsp; Once any collective bargaining requirements have been met, all other applications may be considered.</li><li>Interviews will be limited to candidates whose experience most closely meets the preferred qualifications, so please ensure that your application is complete and details your experience as outlined in this job posting.&nbsp; Please note: You will be unable to make revisions once you submit your application into the JobAps system.</li><li>The immediate vacancy is listed above, however, applications to this recruitment may be used for future vacancies in this job class.</li><li>Ensure that your application is complete and detailed before submitting it. In order to comply with&nbsp;Public Act 21-69, the State of Connecticut is no longer asking for resumes during the initial application process. You will not be able to make revisions once your application is submitted into the JobAps system.</li><li>Revised Master Application Tutorial: <strong><strong>Click Here</strong></strong>.</li></ul><br><br><strong>Important Next Step Information for After You Apply:</strong><br><br><ul><li>Although applicants will receive correspondence via email, as a backup they are also encouraged to sign on to their Personal Status Board on a daily basis to monitor their status, view all emailed notices and complete tasks required in the recruitment process.</li><li>This posting may require completion of additional referral questions (RQs). You can access these RQs via an email that will be sent to you after the posting's closing date or by visiting your JobAps Personal Status Board (Certification Questionnaires section). Your responses to these RQs must be submitted by the question's expiration date. Please regularly check your email and JobAps Personal Status Board for notifications. Please check your SPAM and/or Junk folders on a daily basis in the event an email provider places auto-notification emails in a user's spam.</li><li>At any point during the recruitment process, applicants may be required to submit additional documentation which support their qualification(s) for this position. These documents may include: a cover letter, resume, performance reviews, attendance records, supervisory references, licensure, etc., at the discretion of the hiring agency. Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications as indicated to apply for this position.</li><li>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&nbsp;<a href="mailto:DAS.SHRM@ct.gov" target="_blank">DAS.SHRM@ct.gov</a>.</li><li>Due to the large volume of applications received, the Department of Administrative Services is unable to provide confirmation of receipt or status during the recruitment process. Updates will be available through your JobAps portal account.</li><li>Read through this helpful link to <strong><strong>prepare for your interview</strong></strong>.</li></ul><br><br><strong>Connect With Us:</strong><br><br><ul><li>If you require an accommodation to participate fully and fairly under the provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), please contact Edward Magnano, EEO Manager at (860) 418 – 6148 or&nbsp;<a href="mailto:Edward.Magnano@ct.gov" target="_blank">Edward.Magnano@ct.gov</a></li><li>If you have any questions pertaining to this recruitment, please contact Rocky Young at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:rocky.young@ct.gov" target="_blank">rocky.young@ct.gov</a>&nbsp;and reference the recruitment number.&nbsp;</li><li>Follow the State of Connecticut on&nbsp;LinkedIn.</li></ul><br><h4>PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK)</h4><br>    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.   <br><h4>EXAMPLES OF DUTIES</h4><br><ul><li>Implements programs and procedures designed to achieve objectives of department in care of individuals with developmental disabilities;&nbsp;</li><li>Provides guidance and instructions to individuals in development of desirable personal habits, hygiene and social relationships;&nbsp;</li><li>Responsible for individuals health and safety;&nbsp;</li><li>Implements individual program plans;&nbsp;</li><li>Reinforces appropriate individual behavior through modification techniques;&nbsp;</li><li>Participates in preparation, serving and feeding of meals to individuals;&nbsp;</li><li>Performs housekeeping duties necessary to maintain a clean and healthy environment for individuals;&nbsp;</li><li>May lead and participate in social and recreational activities designed to develop individual potential;&nbsp;</li><li>May act as shift charge;&nbsp;</li><li>May attend interdisciplinary team meetings;&nbsp;</li><li>May evaluate performance of subordinate staff;&nbsp;</li><li>May provide orientation and basic inservice training to subordinate staff;&nbsp;</li><li>May participate in special programs designed to fully develop potential of individuals;&nbsp;</li><li>May administer first aid in emergency situations;&nbsp;</li><li>May administer selected oral medications;&nbsp;</li><li>Performs related duties as required.</li></ul><br><h4>KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY</h4><br><ul><li>Knowledge of    <ul><li>fundamentals of hygiene and physical training;&nbsp;</li><li>safety, fire and first aid procedures;&nbsp;</li><li>interdisciplinary process for development of individual programs;&nbsp;</li></ul></li><li>Considerable interpersonal skills;&nbsp;</li><li>Skills    <ul><li>oral and written communication skills;&nbsp;</li><li>in behavior management of individuals;&nbsp;</li></ul></li><li>Ability to    <ul><li>recognize and report behavioral change;&nbsp;</li><li>develop a positive relationship with individuals;&nbsp;</li><li>lead and participate in recreational and occupational activities;&nbsp;</li><li>follow oral and written instruction.</li></ul></li></ul><br><h4>MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - GENERAL EXPERIENCE</h4><br>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.<br><h4>PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS</h4><br><strong>Preference will be given to candidates with the following experience:&nbsp;</strong><br><br><ul><li>Medication Certification.</li><li>Experience providing counsel, comfort, or encouragement to individuals or families.</li><li>Experience with electronic mail, word processing, and calendar and scheduling computer software.</li><li>Experience working with individuals with Autism.</li><li>Experience working with individuals with intellectual disabilities.</li></ul><br><h4>SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS</h4><br><ul><li>Incumbents in this class may be required to obtain and maintain Medication Administration Certification from the Department of Developmental Services.</li><li>Incumbents in this class may be required to be bilingual or fluent in American Sign Language.</li><li>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.</li><li>Incumbents in this class may be required to travel.</li></ul><br><h4>PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS</h4><br>    Incumbents in this class must possess physical and emotional health for efficient performance of duties; a physical examination may be required.   <br><h4>WORKING CONDITIONS</h4><br><ul><li>Incumbents in this class may be required to lift and restrain individuals.</li><li>Incumbents in this class may have significant exposure to communicable/infectious diseases and to risk of injury from assaultive/abusive individuals.</li><li>Incumbents in this class may be exposed to strongly disagreeable conditions.    </li></ul><br><h4>Conclusion</h4><br><strong>AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER</strong><br><br>The State of Connecticut is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, and persons with disabilities.<br><h4>ACKNOWLEDGEMENT</h4><br>As defined by Sec. 5-196 of the Connecticut General Statutes, a job class is a position or group of positions that share general characteristics and are categorized under a single title for administrative purposes. As such, a job class is not meant to be all inclusive of every task and/or responsibility.<br>

Developmental Services Worker 2 (Part-time)(Office/On-site)

<br><h4>Introduction</h4><br><strong><em>Do you want to make a difference while participating in a dynamic and reciprocal health care environment in the public sector?</em></strong><br><br><strong><em>If so, we have an excellent opportunity to join our hospital’s team!</em></strong><br><br><strong>THE POSITION:</strong><br><br>The&nbsp;<strong>State of Connecticut</strong>,&nbsp;Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services&nbsp;(<strong>DMHAS</strong>)&nbsp;is seeking an experienced&nbsp;<strong>Mental Health Assistant 2</strong>&nbsp;to join our team.<br><br><strong>POSITION HIGHLIGHTS:</strong><br><br><ul><li><strong>Work Schedule:&nbsp;</strong>Full-Time (35 Hours), Monday - Friday, Second Shift (4:00 P.M. - 12:30 A.M.), Every other weekend and holidays as scheduled</li><li><strong>FACILITY:</strong>&nbsp;Southeast Mental Health Authority (<strong>SMHA</strong>)</li><li><strong>UNIT:&nbsp;</strong>Brief Care Program (BCP)</li><li><strong>ADDRESS:&nbsp;</strong>401 West Thames Street, Unit 301, Norwich, CT</li><li><strong>PCN:&nbsp;</strong>126129</li></ul><br><strong>WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU:</strong><br><br><ul><li>Visit our&nbsp;newState Employee Benefits Overview&nbsp;page!</li><li>The opportunity to&nbsp;work for a Forbes top company:&nbsp;‘Forbes’&nbsp;State of Connecticut Ranked One of the Best Employers of 2023&nbsp;-&nbsp;State of CT Receives National Recognition for Offering Job Growth, Competitive Benefits, and Flexible Schedule;</li><li>We encourage a strong&nbsp;work/life balance&nbsp;for all state employees.&nbsp;</li><li>We offer opportunities for professional and personal growth.&nbsp;</li></ul><br><br><strong>DISCOVER THE OPPORTUNITY TO:</strong><br><br><ul><li>Be a part of a comprehensive team of caring professionals;&nbsp;</li><li>Provide support that is passionate about improving the lives of those we serve;&nbsp;</li><li>Assist our clients so they can achieve success;&nbsp;</li><li>Make a difference in the public sector; and&nbsp;</li><li>Work together in a collaborative team environment.&nbsp;</li></ul><br><br><strong>OUR MISSION:</strong><br><br>DMHAS is a health care agency whose mission is to promote the overall health and wellness of persons with behavioral health needs through an integrated network of holistic, comprehensive, effective, and efficient services and supports that foster dignity, respect, and self-sufficiency in those we serve.<br><br>Please note:<br><br><ul><li>A comprehensive medical examination, including a drug screening, will be required of all applicants upon a conditional offer of employment.</li><li>All state employees must adhere to&nbsp;Connecticut’s Policy for a Drug Free Workplace.&nbsp;</li></ul><br><br><strong>Start with us.&nbsp; Stay with us.&nbsp; Grow with us.</strong><br><h4>Selection Plan</h4><br>FOR ASSISTANCE IN APPLYING:<br><br>Please&nbsp;reador&nbsp;watchour&nbsp;Applicant Tips on How to Apply!<br><br><strong>Please Note:&nbsp;</strong><br><br>For current state employees, salary calculations are not necessarily comparable from one of the three branches of state government (i.e., Executive, Legislative, Judicial) to the other.<br><br>In order to receive educational credits toward qualification for this job posting, the institution must be accredited.&nbsp; If the institution of higher learning is located outside of the U.S., you are responsible for providing documentation from a recognized USA accrediting service which specializes in determining foreign education equivalencies to the recruiter listed on this job posting.<br><br>To Apply:<br><br><ul><li>In order to be considered for this job opening, you must meet the Minimum Qualifications as listed on the job opening. The minimum experience and training requirements must be met by the close date on the job opening, unless otherwise specified.</li><li>You must specify your qualifications on your application. You will be unable to make revisions once you submit your application for this posting to the JobAps system.</li><li>In order to comply with&nbsp;Public Act 21-69, the State of Connecticut is no longer asking for resumes during the initial application process.</li><li>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&nbsp;<a href="mailto:DAS.SHRM@ct.gov" target="_blank">DAS.SHRM@ct.gov</a>.</li><li>This position will be filled in accordance with contractual language, reemployment, SEBAC, transfer, promotion and merit employment rules.</li></ul><br><br>Important Next Step Information for After You Apply:<br><br><ul><li>Although applicants will receive correspondence via email, as a backup they are also encouraged to sign on to their Personal Status Board on a daily basis to monitor their status, view all emailed notices and complete tasks required in the recruitment process.</li><li>This posting may require completion of additional referral questions (RQs). You can access these RQs via an email that will be sent to you after the posting's closing date or by visiting your JobAps Personal Status Board (Certification Questionnaires section). Your responses to these RQs must be submitted by the question's expiration date. Please regularly check your email and JobAps Personal Status Board for notifications. Please check your SPAM and/or Junk folders on a daily basis in the event an email provider places auto-notification emails in a user's spam.</li><li>Note:&nbsp;At any point during the recruitment process, applicants may be required to submit additional documentation which support their qualification(s) for this position. These documents may include: a cover letter, resume, transcripts, diplomas, performance reviews, attendance records, supervisory references, licensure, etc., at the discretion of the hiring agency.</li><li>The immediate vacancy is listed above, however, applications to this recruitment may be used for future vacancies in this job class.</li><li>Interviews will be limited to candidates whose experience and training most closely meet the requirements of the position.</li><li>Candidates who are offered and accept a position with the State of Connecticut are bound by the State Code of Ethics for Public Officials and State Employees which is available at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.ct.gov/ethics" target="_blank">www.ct.gov/ethics</a>.</li></ul><br><br>Connect With Us:<br><br><ul><li>Due to the large volume of applications received, we are unable to provide confirmation of receipt or status during the recruitment process.</li><li>Updates will be available through your JobAps portal account. If you have any questions pertaining to this recruitment please contact Nicole Frascatore via email at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:Nicole.Frascatore@ct.gov" target="_blank">Nicole.Frascatore@ct.gov</a>.</li></ul><br><br>*Read through this helpful link to&nbsp;prepare for your interview.<br><h4>PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK)</h4><br>    In a Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services hospital, community behavioral health facility or program this class is accountable for leading Mental Health Assistants in the assessment, planning and implementation of paraprofessional nursing, clinical and/or rehabilitative interventions designed to support client short and/or long-term needs.  In outpatient or community programs this class is accountable for independently performing the full range of paraprofessional functions in case management and crisis intervention services.   <br><h4>EXAMPLES OF DUTIES</h4><br><ul><li>Participates in assigned nursing, clinical and/or rehabilitative interventions to meet client short and long-term needs;&nbsp;</li><li>Advocates for services or resources that meet client needs and preferences;&nbsp;</li><li>Observes and records client behavior;&nbsp;</li><li>Prepares incident and accident reports;&nbsp;</li><li>Monitors client progress;&nbsp;</li><li>Assists client with decision making and problem solving;&nbsp;</li><li>Assists client in learning and utilizing daily living skills, budgeting, medication monitoring and/or community adaptation skills;&nbsp;</li><li>Acts as a role model and instructs staff in crisis intervention techniques;&nbsp;</li><li>Develops goal-directed relationships with individuals and/or groups;&nbsp;</li><li>Identifies and facilitates use of appropriate support networks;&nbsp;</li><li>Investigates alternative placement for client;&nbsp;</li><li>Participates in education and training activities to further skill development;&nbsp;</li><li>Participates in admission and discharge planning activities;&nbsp;</li><li>Protects civil rights of client;&nbsp;</li><li>Maintains a safe and healthy environment;&nbsp;</li><li>May coordinate and direct programs and activities for a group of clients;&nbsp;</li><li>Performs related duties as required.</li></ul><br><br>Community and/or Outpatient Programs:&nbsp;<br><br><ul><li>Functions as a team member of a case management or crisis intervention team;&nbsp;</li><li>Participates in assessment, crisis intervention and monitoring of clients within facility or community at large (i.e., emergency rooms, jails, homeless shelters, outpatient programs, etc.);&nbsp;</li><li>Provides individual, group and/or family supportive treatment under appropriate supervision;&nbsp;</li><li>Identifies and reinforces client skills, strengths, resources and preferences;&nbsp;</li><li>Applies accepted standards of nursing care to clients;&nbsp;</li><li>Participates in community outreach programs that include crisis intervention and family contact in home settings;&nbsp;</li><li>Identifies and accesses a wide range of community resources;&nbsp;</li><li>Participates as a liaison to community agencies;&nbsp;</li><li>Makes arrangements for outpatient appointments;&nbsp;</li><li>Consults with care givers in other facilities regarding crisis intervention techniques;&nbsp;</li><li>Manages client behaviors through verbal communication when necessary;&nbsp;</li><li>May problem solve with clients in community.</li></ul><br><h4>KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY</h4><br><ul><li>Considerable knowledge of    <ul><li>psychiatric rehabilitation and/or case management principles, practices and procedures;&nbsp;</li><li>acceptable standards of nursing care;&nbsp;</li></ul></li><li>Knowledge of    <ul><li>dynamics of human behavior;&nbsp;</li><li>hygiene and sanitation;&nbsp;</li><li>safety and fire procedures and security measures;&nbsp;</li><li>community resources and programs;&nbsp;</li></ul></li><li>Considerable    <ul><li>interpersonal skills;&nbsp;</li><li>oral and written communication skills;&nbsp;</li><li>counseling skills;&nbsp;</li></ul></li><li>Observation skills;&nbsp;</li><li>Ability to    <ul><li>lead staff;&nbsp;</li><li>supervise client activity;&nbsp;</li><li>interpret and implement agency and/or facility policies and procedures;&nbsp;</li><li>apply principles of therapeutic counseling under supervision;&nbsp;</li><li>develop curricula and instruct groups;&nbsp;</li><li>organize;&nbsp;</li><li>understand, interpret and carry out oral and written instructions.</li></ul></li></ul><br><h4>MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - GENERAL EXPERIENCE</h4><br>    Three (3) years of experience at the level of a Mental Health Assistant 1.   <br><h4>MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - SUBSTITUTIONS ALLOWED</h4><br><ul><li>College training in mental health technology, a behavioral science, social work, rehabilitation therapy or its equivalent may be substituted for the General Experience on the basis of fifteen (15) semester hours equalling one-half (1/2) year of experience to a maximum of two (2) years.</li><li>Completion of a mental health trainee certificate program may be substituted for one-half (1/2) year of the General Experience.</li></ul><br><h4>PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS</h4><br><ul><li>Experience working in the community with clients diagnosed with severe and persistent mental illnesses and substance use disorders.</li><li>Experience assisting clients in accessing community resources and securing and maintaining housing.</li><li>Experience working with clients at different stages of their recovery, particularly those in the pre-contemplative and contemplative stages.</li></ul><br><h4>SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS</h4><br><ul><li>Incumbents in this class may be required to be bilingual or fluent in American Sign Language.</li><li>Incumbents in this class may be required to possess and retain a valid Motor Vehicle Operator's license.</li><li>Incumbents in this class may be required to travel.</li></ul><br><h4>WORKING CONDITIONS</h4><br>    Incumbents in this class may be required to lift and restrain clients and may have significant exposure to infectious and/or communicable diseases, strongly disagreeable conditions and risk of injury.   <br><h4>Conclusion</h4><br><strong>AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER</strong><br><br>The State of Connecticut is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, and persons with disabilities.<br><h4>ACKNOWLEDGEMENT</h4><br>    As defined by Sec. 5-196 of the Connecticut General Statutes, a job class is a position or group of positions that share general characteristics and are categorized under a single title for administrative purposes. As such, a job class is not meant to be all-inclusive of every task and/or responsibility.   <br>

Mental Health Assistant 2 (35 Hour)(Office/On-Site)

<br><h4>Introduction</h4><br>The State of Connecticut, Department of Developmental Services (DDS) - South Region - has a part-time, first (1st) shift, job opportunity for a Developmental Services Worker 2, at the Summit Woods located in Norwich, CT.<br><br><strong>Position Highlights:</strong><br><br><ul><li>Part-time, 17.5 hours per week</li><li>First (1st) shift</li><li>6:00 a.m. - 9:30 a.m.</li><li>Monday - Friday</li><li>Regular Days Off - Saturday &amp; Sunday</li><li>However, must be flexible in order to meet the needs of the agency</li></ul><br><strong>Please Note:</strong><br><br><ul><li>Incumbents must have a valid drivers license with F Endorsement.</li><li>Incumbents will be required to travel.</li></ul><br><br><strong>What’s In It For You:</strong><br><br>Visit our <strong>new </strong>State Employee Benefits Overview page!<br><br><ul><li>To work for a Forbes top company: ‘<strong>Forbes</strong>’ State of Connecticut Ranked One of the Best Employers of 2023 - State of CT Receives National Recognition for Offering Job Growth, Competitive Benefits, and Flexible Schedule;</li><li>Professional growth and paid professional development opportunities.</li><li>A healthy work-life balance to all employees.</li><li>State of Connecticut is an eligible Public Service Loan Forgiveness employer, meaning you may be eligible to have qualifying student loan forgiveness after 10 years of service. Click here for more information.</li></ul><br><strong><em>We hope you take this opportunity to continue your career and make an impaCT!</em></strong><br><h4>Selection Plan</h4><br>In order to be considered for this job opening you must be a current State of CT employee of the agency listed above&nbsp;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.&nbsp; You must specify your qualifications on your application.&nbsp;<br><br><strong>For Assistance in Applying:</strong><br><br>Please read or watch our Applicant Tips on How to Apply!<br><br><strong>Application Process: </strong><br><br>This position will be filled in accordance with contractual language, reemployment, SEBAC, transfer, promotion and merit employment rules. <br><br>For current state employees, salary calculations are not necessarily comparable from branch to branch but it does not impact your state service credit.<br><br>In order to comply with Public Act 21-69, the State of Connecticut is no longer asking for resumes during the initial application process.<br><br>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.<br><br>The immediate vacancy is listed above, however, applications to this recruitment may be used for future vacancies in this job class.<br><br>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 <a href="mailto:DAS.SHRM@ct.gov" target="_blank">DAS.SHRM@ct.gov</a>.<br><br>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.<br><br><strong>Selection Process: </strong><br><br>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. <br><br>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.<br><br><strong>Read through this helpful link to</strong><strong>prepare for your interview.</strong><br><br><strong>Contact Information:</strong><br><br>If you require an accommodation to participate fully and fairly under the provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), please contact Edward Magnano, EEO Manager at (860) 418-6148 or (<a href="mailto:Edward.Magnano@ct.gov" target="_blank">Edward.Magnano@ct.gov</a>)<br><br>Due to the large volume of applications received, we are unable to provide confirmation of receipt or status during the recruitment process. <br><br>Should you have any questions pertaining to this recruitment, please contact Christopher Lavallee at <a href="mailto:Christopher.Lavallee@ct.gov" target="_blank">Christopher.Lavallee@ct.gov</a>.<br><h4>PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK)</h4><br>    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.   <br><h4>EXAMPLES OF DUTIES</h4><br><ul><li>Implements programs and procedures designed to achieve objectives of department in care of individuals with developmental disabilities;&nbsp;</li><li>Provides guidance and instructions to individuals in development of desirable personal habits, hygiene and social relationships;&nbsp;</li><li>Responsible for individuals health and safety;&nbsp;</li><li>Implements individual program plans;&nbsp;</li><li>Reinforces appropriate individual behavior through modification techniques;&nbsp;</li><li>Participates in preparation, serving and feeding of meals to individuals;&nbsp;</li><li>Performs housekeeping duties necessary to maintain a clean and healthy environment for individuals;&nbsp;</li><li>May lead and participate in social and recreational activities designed to develop individual potential;&nbsp;</li><li>May act as shift charge;&nbsp;</li><li>May attend interdisciplinary team meetings;&nbsp;</li><li>May evaluate performance of subordinate staff;&nbsp;</li><li>May provide orientation and basic inservice training to subordinate staff;&nbsp;</li><li>May participate in special programs designed to fully develop potential of individuals;&nbsp;</li><li>May administer first aid in emergency situations;&nbsp;</li><li>May administer selected oral medications;&nbsp;</li><li>Performs related duties as required.</li></ul><br><h4>KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY</h4><br><ul><li>Knowledge of    <ul><li>fundamentals of hygiene and physical training;&nbsp;</li><li>safety, fire and first aid procedures;&nbsp;</li><li>interdisciplinary process for development of individual programs;&nbsp;</li></ul></li><li>Considerable interpersonal skills;&nbsp;</li><li>Skills    <ul><li>oral and written communication skills;&nbsp;</li><li>in behavior management of individuals;&nbsp;</li></ul></li><li>Ability to    <ul><li>recognize and report behavioral change;&nbsp;</li><li>develop a positive relationship with individuals;&nbsp;</li><li>lead and participate in recreational and occupational activities;&nbsp;</li><li>follow oral and written instruction.</li></ul></li></ul><br><h4>MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - GENERAL EXPERIENCE</h4><br>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.<br><h4>PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS</h4><br>Preference will be given to candidates with the following experience:&nbsp;<br><br><ul><li>Medication Certification.</li><li>Experience providing counsel, comfort, or encouragement to individuals or families.</li><li>Experience with electronic mail, word processing, and calendar and scheduling computer software.</li><li>Experience working with individuals with Autism.</li><li>Experience working with individuals with intellectual disabilities.</li></ul><br><h4>SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS</h4><br><ul><li>Incumbents in this class may be required to obtain and maintain Medication Administration Certification from the Department of Developmental Services.</li><li>Incumbents in this class may be required to be bilingual or fluent in American Sign Language.</li><li>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.</li><li>Incumbents in this class may be required to travel.</li></ul><br><h4>PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS</h4><br>    Incumbents in this class must possess physical and emotional health for efficient performance of duties; a physical examination may be required.   <br><h4>WORKING CONDITIONS</h4><br><ul><li>Incumbents in this class may be required to lift and restrain individuals.</li><li>Incumbents in this class may have significant exposure to communicable/infectious diseases and to risk of injury from assaultive/abusive individuals.</li><li>Incumbents in this class may be exposed to strongly disagreeable conditions.    </li></ul><br><h4>Conclusion</h4><br><strong>AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER</strong><br><br>The State of Connecticut is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, and persons with disabilities.<br><h4>ACKNOWLEDGEMENT</h4><br>As defined by Sec. 5-196 of the Connecticut General Statutes, a job class is a position or group of positions that share general characteristics and are categorized under a single title for administrative purposes. As such, a job class is not meant to be all inclusive of every task and/or responsibility.<br>

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