STATE OF CONNECTICUT EXECUTIVE BRANCH JOBS

Supervising Developmental Services Worker 1 (35 Hour)

Office/On-site

Recruitment #250107-5659HN-001

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Introduction



The State of Connecticut, Department of Developmental Services (DDS) - West Region - has a current job opportunity for a Supervising Developmental Services Worker 1, Lower Fairfield Center (LFC), located in Norwalk, CT.

Position Highlights:
  • PCN 18553; Apt I&J
  • Full-time, 70 hours biweekly
  • First (1st) shift
  • Friday 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.; Saturday 4:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m.; Tuesday 6:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.; Wednesday 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.; Thursday 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. (Regular Days Off: Sunday and Monday)
  • However, must be flexible in order to meet the needs of the agency.
Please Note:
  • Incumbents must have a valid CT driver's license.
  • Incumbents will be required to travel.
  • Incumbents will be required to obtain an F-Endorsement on their driver’s license by the completion of the working test period.
  • Incumbents may be required to work nights and weekends.
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  • Professional growth and paid professional development opportunities.
  • A healthy work-life balance to all employees.
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Discover the opportunity to:
  • Engage in a rewarding career
  • Assist our employees so they can achieve success
  • Make a difference in the public sector
  • Work together in a collaborative team environment

Selection Plan

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

The only way to apply to this posting is via the ‘Apply’ or ‘Apply Online’ buttons on the official State of Connecticut Online Employment Center job posting.
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Application Process:

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Selection Process:

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

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

Read through this helpful link to prepare for your interview.

Contact Information:

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 (Edward.Magnano@ct.gov)

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

Should you have any questions pertaining to this recruitment, please contact Christopher Lavallee at Christopher.Lavallee@ct.gov.

PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK)

In the Department of Developmental Services this class is accountable for acting as a supervisor or lead worker.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

  • Coordinates and supervises or assists in supervision of a residential living program including assigning work and evaluating staff performance;
  • Assists in development of policies, programs and operational procedures;
  • Directs implementation of these policies, programs and procedures in accordance with state and federal regulations and needs of individuals;
  • Arranges for fire drills and safety inspections;
  • Supervises staff by directing and advising them on work, reviewing reports and conferring with them on daily operational, disciplinary and special problems;
  • Arranges for and coordinates provision of appropriate supportive care services such as housekeeping, dietary, maintenance and laundry;
  • Secures and distributes supplies and equipment for teaching strategies and individuals personal needs;
  • Arranges for individual transportation;
  • Monitors individual fund spending;
  • Assists in unit response to surveys and inspections;
  • Coordinates, evaluates and may participate in residential care program within unit including care, feeding, clothing and treatment of individuals;
  • May provide orientation and in-service training to subordinate staff;
  • May complete and review for accuracy a variety of reports, notes, logs and requisitions, etc.;
  • May design and write residential living programs;
  • May attend interdisciplinary team and administrative meetings;
  • May coordinate community support services for individuals;
  • May administer first aid in emergency situations;
  • Performs related duties as required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY

  • Considerable knowledge of
    • modern methods of working with individuals with an intellectual disability;
    • goals, policies and organization of a residential living unit;
    • rehabilitative and interdisciplinary process;
  • Knowledge of
    • support services provided in residential care such as housekeeping, dietary, maintenance and laundry;
  • Considerable
    • interpersonal skills; 
    • oral and written communication skills;
  • Ability to implement policies and operational procedures;
  • Supervisory ability.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - GENERAL EXPERIENCE

One (1) year of experience working with individuals with an intellectual disability or other developmental disabilities at the level of a Developmental Services Worker 2.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Preference will be given to candidates who possess the following experience:
  • Experience interacting with and explaining information to individuals in a fast-paced environment that involves considerable phone and email contact.
  • Experience using Microsoft Office Suite, including Outlook, Word, Teams and Excel, as well as DDS e-camris and CORE-CT.
  • Experience Working with modern approaches to provide active treatment for persons with intellectual/developmental. 
  • Experience demonstrating organizational and interpersonal skills in response to interview questions.
  • Experience working with government or private agencies that provide serviced to persons with disabilities.
  • Experience communicating in a professional capacity in organizational, oral and written communication form.
  • Experience working in a fast-paced setting while multitasking and prioritizing projects while meeting competing deadlines.
  • Experience working in an ICF setting and with ICF regulations.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

  • Incumbents in this class may be required to be bilingual or fluent in American Sign Language.
  • 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.
  • Incumbents in this class may be required to travel.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Incumbents in this class must possess physical and emotional health for efficient performance of duties; a physical examination may be required.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Incumbents in this class may be required to lift and restrain individuals; may have some exposure to communicable/infectious diseases and to risk of injury from assaultive and/or abusive individuals; may be exposed to moderately disagreeable conditions.

Conclusion

AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The State of Connecticut is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, and persons with disabilities.

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

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.


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