Reallocation - CNA II / Client Care Aide II - Bruce McCandless - Florence, CO

Reallocation - CNA II / Client Care Aide II - Bruce McCandless - Florence, CO

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Reallocation - CNA II / Client Care Aide II - Bruce McCandless - Florence, CO

Salary

$22.12 Hourly

Location

Fremont County, CO

Job Type

Full Time

Job Number

ILC 00033 10 / 9 / 2025

Department

Colorado Department of Human Services

Division

OAADS - Bruce McCandless State Veterans Home at Fl

Opening Date

10 / 09 / 2025

Closing Date

10 / 16 / 2025 11 : 59 PM Mountain

FLSA

Determined by Position

Primary Physical Work Address

903 Moore Drive Florence, CO. 81226

FLSA Status

Non-Exempt; position is eligible for overtime compensation.

Department Contact Information

melissa.hamilton@state.co.us

Salary Note

Although the full salary range for this position is provided, appointments are typically made at or near the range minimum.

Type of Announcement

This position is open only to classified permanent employees of the listed department and division within that department.

How To Apply

Please submit an online application for this position at https : / / www.governmentjobs.com / careers / colorado . Reach out to the Department Contact to apply using a paper application, including any supplemental questions. Failure to submit a complete and timely application may result in the rejection of your application. Applicants are responsible for ensuring that application materials are received by the appropriate Human Resources office before the closing date and time listed.

Description

Benefits

Questions

Department Information

Applications will be considered from Colorado residents only.

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NOTICE OF PROPOSED REALLOCATION AND POSITION EXAMINATION

Position Number ILC-00033 By : Caitlin Johnson

The incumbent is recommended for reallocation to an C6P1XX, Client Care Aide II

This position will receive a short-staffing temporary pay differential of ( 4% ) from July 1st 2025 - June 30th 2026.

Bruce McCandless Veterans Community Living Center in Florence, Colorado

Bruce McCandless State Veterans Community Living Center is a State-owned and operated skilled-nursing facility dedicated to serving those who have served us. Our Eden Mission is to honor and respect those living and working in our home through companionship, empowerment and individualized care while providing a comfortable and safe place to live.

CDHSCareers

Description of Job

This is a full-time, in-person, essential services designated position that requires a CNA licensure through the Colorado Department of Regulatory Agencies. Must be able to work 6 : 00 a.m. - 6 : 30 p.m. May be required to work varied shifts and days of the week to include holidays and weekends as needed to meet facility needs.

Please note : These working arrangements are subject to change.

This position exists to provide direct hands-on resident care by hands on performance or assistance as needed with activities of daily living. Provide environmental needs by arranging and adapting personal care items such as food or clothing and / or physical environment needs, e.g. wheelchair, walker, etc. Gently guide and instruct residents as needed in self-care activities.

Primary Job Duties Include :

Resident Care

Provide direct resident care by hands-on performance or assistance as needed with activities of daily living.

Provide environmental needs by arranging and adapting personal care items such as food or clothing and / or physical environment needs, e.g. wheelchair, walker, etc.

Gently guide and instruct residents as needed in self-care activities.

Assists, orients, and serves as a preceptor to new CNAs to the facility, residents, policies and procedures, and routines.

The CCA II is a resource to the CCA I for suggestions and guidance in dealing with care for resistive residents.

Determine changes in the resident's @type of care required; i.e., variance in resident's individualized routine care due to change in resident's condition or observation in health status.

Nutrition and Hydration Care

When required for a specific resident, provide assistance with eating and drinking by cutting up food and feeding the resident, adding thickening agents to liquids, cueing residents, and reminding them of the proper swallowing techniques and strategies suggested by the therapist.

Documents percentages of food and fluids taken by residents on the hydration flow sheets.

Recommends observation of specific residents who may need dietary changes, e.g. from regular diet to pureed or regular liquid to thickened liquid.

Organize daily work so required care is provided despite unexpected occurrences to provide quality nursing care.

Safety

Monitor safety needs by supervising residents' whereabouts, interactions, and conditions and refer to the charge nurse if necessary

Hygiene Care

Collaborate with the charge nurse and other nursing personnel to provide and exchange information regarding resident care status, and evaluate the effectiveness and appropriateness of the Treatment Care Plan, inform the charge nurse of refusals of hygiene care.

Document observations and care provided on various residents' records.

Psychosocial, Transport, Educational Requirements

This position will be required to deliver lab specimens, drive a resident to a doctor's appointment, or to the hospital (if not transported by ambulance) utilizing a State vehicle.

Maintain education by attending mandatory and non-mandatory in-services and workshops to keep current as mandated by state law and VA regulations and facility policy and procedures.

Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS :

Education and Experience :

Education / Licensure / Certification / Experience :

High school diploma or General Educational Diploma (GED) AND One year of experience in an occupational field related to the work assigned to the

position

AND

Must have a valid Colorado CNA license upon entry into the position

Employment history is calculated on a full-time basis (40 / hrs per week). Part-time employment is calculated on a prorated basis to determine qualifications. Be sure your application specifically addresses your qualifications, experience, work products, and accomplishments as they relate to the position and minimum requirements.

Substitutions :

Current, valid nurse aide license (CNA) from the Colorado Department of Regulatory Agencies will substitute for the high school diploma or GED.

Current, valid licensure as a Practical Nurse (LPN) from the Colorado Department of Regulatory Agencies or any state participating in the Nurse Licensure Compact will substitute for the experience requirement.

Required Competencies

Skill in initiating, performing, and completing assigned duties in providing care to residents.

Possess good verbal, listening, and written communication skills with all health care providers, residents, families, and multidisciplinary team members.

Demonstrated ability to display professional conduct at all times when dealing with fellow staff members, residents, families, and the general public.

Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality at all times.

Long-term care / nursing home experience is highly desirable.

Effective problem-solving skills.

Preferred Competencies

Knowledge and ability to appropriately carry out assigned resident care based on the residents' conditions; to use judgment and to accurately recognize report, and record relevant resident information.

Knowledge and ability to explain assigned resident care best practices to peers with less experience.

Knowledge and ability to recognize urgent or emergent resident care situations, seek guidance and direction of the RN and / or Supervisor / DON, and initiate appropriate emergency interventions as directed.

Knowledge of quality standards, procedures, and protocols.

Knowledge of specialized client care applicable to the work situation.

Ability to effectively work with a resident population of varying physical, mental, and emotional abilities and staff from multiple work units in the facility to achieve quality care planning and delivery.

Minimum Qualification Screening Process

A Human Resources Analyst will review the work experience / job duties sections of the online job application to determine whether your experience meets the minimum qualifications for the position. You must complete the official State of Colorado online application. Cover letters and resumes WILL NOT be reviewed during the minimum qualifications screening process. You must specifically document your work experience and qualifications. Do not use "see resume" or "see attached."

You must meet the minimum qualifications to continue in the selection process. Part-time work experience will be prorated.

Conditions of Employment :

Full Background : CBI name check and fingerprint check, ICON Colorado court database, Medicare fraud database, Reference Checks, Professional License verification (licensure requirements), Drug Screen, CAPS (direct contact with adults - Mental Health Institutes, Regional Centers, Veterans Community Living Centers)

Must pass a TB test for employment

This position requires State of Colorado residency at the time of application (unless otherwise identified in the posting), and residency within the state throughout the duration of employment in this position.

Motor Vehicle Check , if the employee will drive a state-owned vehicle, either in an on-going capacity while performing their normal day-to-day job duties OR on occasion for training / meetings / client visits / etc.

Must possess a valid, non-restricted Colorado Driver's License or an non-restricted U.S. Driver's License for positions within 30 miles of the CO state border

Out-of-State Driver's License holders must obtain a valid, non-restricted Colorado Driver's License within 30 days of employment start date.

Other Conditions of Employment specific to Program

Former State employees who were disciplinarily terminated or resigned in lieu of termination must :

Disclose that information on the application.

Explain why the prior termination or resignation should not disqualify you from the current position.

Provide your employee number from your prior State employment. Absent extraordinary circumstances, prior disciplinary termination or resignation in lieu of termination and failure to provide this information will disqualify the applicant from future State employment with CDHS.

CDHS Selection Process Explanation

Employment history is calculated on a full-time basis (40 / hrs per week). Part-time employment is calculated on a prorated basis to determine qualifications. Be sure your application specifically addresses your qualifications, experience, work products, and accomplishments as they relate to the position and minimum requirements.

Preferred Qualifications & Competencies :

Relevant years of state service experience.

Your Work Experience / Job Duties

Document your work experience / job duties to the extent to which you possess the skills, education, experience, minimum qualifications, and preferred qualifications.

If listed, answer all supplemental questions as your answers to these questions will be evaluated during this phase. Provide at least 4-8 sentences for each supplemental question.

Supplemental Questions

Answer the supplemental questions completely and thoughtfully. We will rate your answers based on the content of your response and your writing skills (spelling, grammar, and clarity of your writing).

Appeal Rights

You may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board or request a review by the State Personnel Director if your application is eliminated. You will find the appeals process, the official appeal form, and how to deliver it on the State Personnel Board ( https : / / spb.colorado.gov / ) website.

You or your representative must sign and submit the official appeal form for review.

You can find the official appeal form here ( https : / / spb.colorado.gov / sites / spb / files / documents / Consolidated%20Appeal%20-%20Form%20-%202025.pdf ) .

You must be deliver the official appeal form to the State Personnel Board :

By email (dpa_state.personnelboard@state.co.us), or

Postmarked in US Mail to(1525 Sherman Street, 4th Floor, Denver CO 80203, or

Hand delivered (1525 Sherman Street, 4th Floor, Denver CO 80203), or

Faxed (303.866.5038) within ten (10) calendar days from your receipt of notice or acknowledgement of the department's action.

Contact the State Personnel Board for assistance :

At (303) 866-3300, or

Refer to the Colorado Code of Regulations (CCR) 801-1, State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Director's Administrative Procedures, Chapter 8, Resolution of Appeals and Disputes, within the Rules ( https : / / spb.colorado.gov / board-rules ) webpage.

Supplemental Information

How to Apply ( https : / / cdhs.colorado.gov / information-for-job-applicants#how-to-apply )

The Assessment Process

For additional recruiting questions, please contactmelissa.hamilton@state.co.us

For additional recruiting questions, please contact melissa.hamilton@state.co.us

information, go to https : / / www.colorado.gov / pacific / dhr / student-loan-forgiveness-programs .

About Us & Benefits

If your goal is to build a career that makes a difference, join the dedicated people of the Colorado Department of Human Services ( https : / / www.colorado.gov / cdhs ) (CDHS). Our professionals strive to design and deliver high quality human and health services that improve the safety, independence, and well-being of the people of Colorado. Each of us is committed to contributing to a safe and accessible CDHS . In addition to a great location and rewarding and meaningful work, we offer :

Strong, secure, yet flexible retirement benefits including a PERA Defined Benefit Plan or PERA Defined Contribution Plan plus 401(k) and 457 plans

Medical ( https : / / dhr.colorado.gov / state-employees / state-employee-benefits / medical-benefits ) and dental ( https : / / dhr.colorado.gov / state-employees / state-employee-benefits / dental-insurance ) health plans

Employer supplemented Health Savings Account

Paid life insurance

Short- and long-term disability coverage ( https : / / dhr.colorado.gov / state-employees / state-employee-benefits / disability-insurance )

11 paid holidays per year plus vacation and sick leave

State of Colorado Employee BenefitHub Resource Center ( https : / / stateofcolorado.benefithub.com / app / home )

Employee Wellness program

Excellent work-life programs, such as flexible schedules, training and more

Remote work arrangements for eligible positions

Our Values

We believe in a people-first approach : We prioritize the needs, well-being, and dignity of the individuals, families and communities we serve. We commit to respect, fairness and access in every decision, policy and interaction. We engage client voices and experiences in the development and implementation of the services we provide.

Balance creates quality of life : We want our team to be resilient through a supportive workplace that values flexibility, health and wellness, and employee engagement.

We hold ourselves accountable : We take responsibility through our actions, programs, and results for the state of health and human services in Colorado.

Transparency matters : We are open and honest with employees, our partners, the Coloradans we serve, and the public.

We are ethical : We abide by what is best for those we serve by doing what is right, not what is easy.

Collaboration helps us rise together : We work together with all partners, employees, and clients to achieve the best outcomes for Coloradans.

ADA Accommodations

CDHS is committed to a Colorado for ALL qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, our agency will assist individuals who have a disability with any reasonable accommodation requests related to employment.

This includes completing the application process, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, participating in the employee selection process, and / or performing essential job functions where the requested accommodation does not impose an undue hardship. If you have a disability and require reasonable accommodation to ensure you have a positive experience applying or interviewing for this position, please direct your inquiries to cdhs_ada@state.co.us .

EEO Statement

The State of Colorado is an equal opportunity employer

We are committed to increasing a "Colorado for ALL" of our staff and providing culturally responsive programs and services. Therefore, we encourage responses from people of all backgrounds and abilities. The State of Colorado believes that a "Colorado for ALL" drives our success, and we encourage candidates from all identities, backgrounds, and abilities to apply. The State of Colorado is an equal opportunity employer committed to building inclusive, innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve them. Therefore, in all aspects of the employment process, we provide employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, medical condition related to pregnancy, creed, ancestry, national origin, marital status, genetic information, or military status (with preference given to military veterans), or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law.

Additional Support For Your Application

Toll Free Applicant Technical Support

If you experience technical difficulty with the NEOGOV system (e.g. uploading or attaching documents to your online application) call NEOGOV technical support at 855-524-5627 Mon-Fri between 6 am and 6 pm (Pacific Time). Helpful hints : if you are having difficulty uploading or attaching documents to your application 1) ensure your documents are PDF or Microsoft Word files and 2) close the document before you attempt to upload (attach)

~THE STATE OF COLORADO IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER~

Toll Free Applicant Technical Support ( https : / / cdhs.colorado.gov / information-for-job-applicants#technical-support )

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If you are a current or former State of Colorado employee, please list your employee number (starts with 997...). Failure to provide this requested information may render your application incomplete, and you may no longer be considered for the position.

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Former State employees who were disciplinarily terminated or resigned in lieu of termination must disclose the information on the application. In the space below, please provide an explanation as to why the prior termination or resignation should NOT disqualify your application from the current position.

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Please describe the depth and breadth of your professional experience as a CNA, explain what were some of your typical job duties / assignments. Do not @type "see resume" in the box below. If this does not apply, @type "N / A" in the box below.

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Please provide an example of a time that you have been required to mentor or help train another coworker or peer.

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Please select from below the best option which best describes your long-term care or nursing home experience.

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This position requires the ability to perform various physical movements, including but not limited to lifting and transporting residents. By selecting yes, you are implying that you are physically able to perform the duties required for this position.

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This position is in Florence, Colorado. By selecting "yes" you acknowledge you understand this and are willing to work in Florence, Colorado.

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Are you willing to work any shift, holidays, and weekends?

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I meet the minimums requirements of the Client Care Aide position and would like to be considered for the following : (check all that apply)

Part-time Client Care

Full-time Client Care

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Have you received your high school diploma or GED?

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This position requires the following as conditions of employment : - Must pass TB test. - Must possess a Colorado Driver's License. - Must maintain a current and active CNA License. - Must maintain a current CPR Card and perform CPR adequate compressions and ventilations per CPR guidelines. - This position is "Essential Service Designation" : you will be required to report without delay or interruption to provide essential or emergency services to ensure health, safety, and welfare. - This position has shift work : day, evening and night shifts to include holiday and weekends as needed. - This position requires on-call work on weekends. - Full Background - Name check, TRAILS, CAPS and Fingerprinting Failure to meet these conditions of employment may result in termination of employment. I have read and understand the above conditions of employment.

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Your legal name is used in the hiring process for background checks. Did you use your full legal name in your application? If not, please update your information before submitting your application.

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This position requires you have a current, valid CNA licensure from the Colorado Department of Regulatory Agencies. Do you have a valid, CNA License? If so, please make sure and upload to your application.

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