Resident Training Coordinator-Cedar 6A-2P

Job Posting

Important Recruitment Information for this vacancy

Job Posting Closes: 07/2/2024

Parsons State Hospital & Training Center

Vision Statement: People experiencing the highest quality of life regardless of the challenges.

Mission Statement: To improve lives by connecting people with supports and services.

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About the Position:

• Who can apply: Anyone (External)

• Classified/Unclassified Service: Unclassified

• Full/Part-time: Full-Time

• Regular/Temporary: Regular

• Exempt/Non-Exempt: Non-Exempt

• Work Schedule:

• Eligible to Receive Benefits: Yes

• Veterans' Preference Eligible: Yes

• Search Keywords: RTC

Compensation:

$21.65/hour

• Salary can vary depending upon education, experience, or qualifications.

Employment Benefits:

• Comprehensive medical, mental, dental, vision, and additional coverage

• Sick & Vacation leave

• Work-Life Balance programs: parental leave, military leave, jury leave, funeral leave

• Paid State Holidays (designated by the Governor annually)

• Employee discounts with the STAR Program

• Retirement and deferred compensation programs

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Position is located at Cedar Cottage, 6:30a-2:30p, days/hours may vary. A negative drug screen is required as a condition of employment.

All employees are expected to work in a harmonious and cooperative fashion with other staff to provide efficient and effective customer service: to use free time as available to assist other staff in the completion of work assignments and perform other tasks as needed; to contribute to a positive work environment through a positive, helpful, courteous demeanor towards staff, customers and the general public; and to adhere to appropriate standards of conduct regarding the use of leave, reports to work on time and in the designated fashion.

The purpose of the RTC is 1) to lead and supervise MHDDT's providing direct services to individuals residing at PSH&TC 2) to provide and manage the delivery of direct supports responsive to the choices, personal goals, preferences and needs of individuals with disabilities and 3) to promote positive staff relations and teamwork through effective leadership, communication and staff development.

The essential functions of this position require the following: Must be able to provide direct supports (stand for prolonged periods, lift, bend, etc.). Must be able to participate in routine household activities (cook, clean, vacuum, shop for groceries, etc.). Must be able to intervene to provide protection from harm (administer emergency first aid, defuse crisis situation, physically block or intervene to prevent injury, etc.). Must be able to effectively communicate with other individuals using communication method understood by the communication partner and purpose of the task (verbal, written, interview, computer, sign language, assistive technology, etc.). Must be able to collect and analyze data. Must be able to supervise staff, demonstrate skills and provide effective feedback. Must be able to visually monitor activities of residents and staff. Must be able to lead staff training activities. Must be able to assist individuals in accessing services and activities in the community. Must be able to conduct assessments. Must be able to develop, implement and monitor services, training objectives and programs to support personal outcomes.

Parsons State Hospital is funded in part by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services and is subject to requirements bestowed by Federal and State levels of government conditions of participation.

Qualifications:

Minimum Required Criteria: One year of experience in direct care.

Preferred Criteria: One year of experience in direct support.

Description of direct care: Providing or supervising the care of individuals in a hospital, mental health or mental retardation facility, or in an independent or transitional living setting. Education in human services, education or health care.

Staff who operates a motor vehicle must possess a valid Kansas driver's license.

Positions in this class require that at the time of appointment the selected candidate must take and pass a drug screening test approved by the Division of Personnel Services. Persons hired must also pass a law enforcement security clearance in compliance with policies of the Department of Aging and Disability Services.

Contact Information:

Recruiter Contact:

Name: Crystal Edwards Phone: (620)421-6550 x 1737

Email: crystal.edwards@ks.gov Fax: (620)421-2770

Required documents for this application to be complete:

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• DD214 (if you are claiming Veteran's Preference)

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How to Claim Veterans Preference

Veterans' Preference Eligible (VPE): Former military personnel or their spouse that have been verified as a "veteran"; under K.S.A. 73-201 will receive an interview if they meet the minimum competency factors of the position. The veterans' preference laws do not guarantee the veteran a job. Positions are filled with the best qualified candidate as determine by the hiring manager.

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Equal Employment Opportunity

The State of Kansas is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity, equity, and inclusion as essential elements that create and foster a welcoming workplace. All qualified persons will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, political affiliation, disability or any other factor unrelated to the essential functions of the job.

If you wish to identify yourself as a qualified person with a disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act and would like to request an accommodation, please address the request to the agency recruiter.