Community Services Manager - Health Professional V - Wheat Ridge Regional Center
State of Colorado
•$77K — $108K *
Jefferson, CO 80456 In-Person
1 week ago
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Job Description
Salary : $77,136.00 - $108,000.00 Annually
Location : Jefferson County, CO
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: IJC 03328 02/27/2025
Department: Colorado Department of Human Services
Division: OAADS - Wheat Ridge Regional Center
Opening Date: 03/07/2025
Closing Date: 3/16/2025 11:59 PM Mountain
FLSA: Determined by Position
Type of Announcement: This position is open only to Colorado state residents.
Primary Physical Work Address: 10285 Ridge Road, Wheat Ridge, Colorado 80033
FLSA Status: Exempt; position is not eligible for overtime compensation.
Department Contact Information: [email protected]
Salary Note: Although the full salary range for this position is provided, appointments are typically made at or near the range minimum.
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.
Department Information
This position is open to current Colorado residents only.
Most State of Colorado employees are eligible for a great benefit package! Please see the Supplemental Information section below for details!
Division for Regional Center Operations:
The Division of Regional Centers (DRC) is responsible for the planning, coordination, monitoring, and execution of a multi-million dollar, federal, and state funded service delivery system for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities, policy management, regulatory compliance, and legislative initiatives. These program areas' duties include: analyzing and developing policy related to the responsibilities of the regional centers, managing and establishing policies and procedures for a state service delivery system according to state and federal requirements; analyzing state and national trends for policy issues that may impact current program design; coordinating at the senior management level the development of the DRC strategic plan for the department; analyzing legislation and providing technical assistance for potential impact to the regional center system; coordinating and developing protocols with other systems regarding cross system issues and policies; and managing services to approximately 300 adults and families within the developmental disabilities system, within a budget of approximately $60 million
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CDHSCareers
Description of Job
Hybrid work: This position requires a minimum of 2 days in office
Please note: These working arrangements are subject to change.
The Community Services (CS) team is responsible for Admissions, Consultations, and Transitions into and out of the three Regional Centers across the State of Colorado. This includes (but is not limited to) being the first to review referral information for admissions, communicating/coordinating with outside agencies (Case Management Agencies/CMAs, Service Agencies, hospitals, jails, etc.), completing relevant consent and other admission/transition forms, ensuring services are in place and transitions are thorough and timely. If an individual is accepted for admission to the Regional Centers, this position is the first point of contact between community providers and the regional center. This work unit also helps to develop policies and procedures related to admissions and transitions that support both Intermediate Care Facilities and Home and Community Based Waiver services.
Additionally, as a Community Services Manager you can expect to:
Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights
Minimum Qualifications
Experience Only:
Eight (8) years of relevant experience in an occupation related to the work assigned to this position
OR
Education and Experience:A combination of related education and/or relevant experience in an occupation related to the work assigned to this position equal to eight (8) years
Preferred Qualifications
Conditions of Employment
APPEAL RIGHTS:
If you receive notice that you have been eliminated from consideration for this position, you may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board or request a review by the State Personnel Director.
An appeal or review must be submitted on the official appeal form, signed by you or your representative. This form must be delivered to the State Personnel Board by email ([email protected]), postmarked in US Mail or hand delivered (1525 Sherman Street, 4th Floor, Denver CO 80203), or faxed (303.866.5038) within ten (10) calendar days from your receipt of notice or acknowledgement of the department's action.
For more information about the appeals process, the official appeal form, and how to deliver it to the State Personnel Board; go to spb.colorado.gov; contact the State Personnel Board for assistance at (303) 866-3300; or refer to 4 Colorado Code of Regulations (CCR) 801-1, State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Director's Administrative Procedures, Chapter 8, Resolution of Appeals and Disputes, at spb.colorado.gov under Rules.
Supplemental Information
How to Apply
Need help with your application? Click here.
The Assessment Process
For additional recruiting questions, please contact joel.drahosus
About Us:
If your goal is to build a career that makes a difference, consider joining the dedicated people of the Colorado Department of Human Services (CDHS). Our professionals strive to design and deliver high quality human and health services that improve the safety, independence, and well-being of the people of Colorado. In addition to a great location and rewarding and meaningful work, we offer:
*Some positions may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. For more
information, go to https://www.colorado.gov/pacific/dhr/student-loan-forgiveness-programs.
Our Values:
We believe in a people-first approach: To serve the people of Colorado, we develop a culture and work environment that creates an energized, inspired, and healthy team capable of giving their best to Coloradans
Balance creates quality of life: We want our team to be resilient through a supportive workplace that values flexibility, health and wellness, and employee engagement.
We hold ourselves accountable: We take responsibility through our actions, programs, and results for the state of health and human services in Colorado.
Transparency matters: We are open and honest with employees, our partners, the Coloradans we serve, and the public.
We are ethical: We abide by what is best for those we serve by doing what is right, not what is easy.
Collaboration helps us rise together: We work together with all partners, employees, and clients to achieve the best outcomes for Coloradans.
We are committed to increasing the diversity of our staff and providing culturally responsive programs and services. Therefore, we encourage responses from people of diverse backgrounds and abilities.
ADAA Accommodations:CDHS is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, our agency will assist individuals who have a disability with any reasonable accommodation requests related to employment, including completing the application process, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, participating in the employee selection process, and/or to perform essential job functions where the requested accommodation does not impose an undue hardship. If you have a disability and require reasonable accommodation to ensure you have a positive experience applying or interviewing for this position, please direct your inquiries to our ADAA Coordinator, Nancy Schmelzer, at [email protected] or call 1-800-929-0791.
~THE STATE OF COLORADO IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER~
Toll Free Applicant Technical Support
The State of Colorado offers permanent employees a variety of benefits including medical, dental, life and disability insurance, as well as a comprehensive leave program. Please click the following link for detailed information:
Please note that each agency's contact information is different; therefore, we encourage all applicants to view the full, official job announcement which includes contact information and class title. Select the job you wish to view, then click on the "Print" icon.
01
The bottom of this job announcement provides links to additional information on how to apply, the assessment process, toll free applicant technical support, and about how the State of Colorado is an equal opportunity employer. Please acknowledge below that you have read the information provided in these links.
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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?
03
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.
04
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.
05
If you are a former or current state employee, please identify what state agency you work(ed) with and how many years of relevant state service you have related to the position you are applying for. (Ensure this is listed on your application under work experience)
06
How many years of experience do you have working with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD)?
07
Describe your experience working with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD).
08
How many years of experience do you have working with community IDD systems (i.e., CMA, PASAs, etc)?
09
Describe your experience working with community IDD systems (i.e., CMA, PASAs, etc) and helping people gain access to these systems
10
How do you approach coaching and mentoring your team members?
11
Do you have experience working with the regional centers? If yes, please describe that experience.
12
Describe your experience with public speaking/facilitation
Required Question
Location : Jefferson County, CO
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: IJC 03328 02/27/2025
Department: Colorado Department of Human Services
Division: OAADS - Wheat Ridge Regional Center
Opening Date: 03/07/2025
Closing Date: 3/16/2025 11:59 PM Mountain
FLSA: Determined by Position
Type of Announcement: This position is open only to Colorado state residents.
Primary Physical Work Address: 10285 Ridge Road, Wheat Ridge, Colorado 80033
FLSA Status: Exempt; position is not eligible for overtime compensation.
Department Contact Information: [email protected]
Salary Note: Although the full salary range for this position is provided, appointments are typically made at or near the range minimum.
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.
Department Information
This position is open to current Colorado residents only.
Most State of Colorado employees are eligible for a great benefit package! Please see the Supplemental Information section below for details!
Division for Regional Center Operations:
The Division of Regional Centers (DRC) is responsible for the planning, coordination, monitoring, and execution of a multi-million dollar, federal, and state funded service delivery system for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities, policy management, regulatory compliance, and legislative initiatives. These program areas' duties include: analyzing and developing policy related to the responsibilities of the regional centers, managing and establishing policies and procedures for a state service delivery system according to state and federal requirements; analyzing state and national trends for policy issues that may impact current program design; coordinating at the senior management level the development of the DRC strategic plan for the department; analyzing legislation and providing technical assistance for potential impact to the regional center system; coordinating and developing protocols with other systems regarding cross system issues and policies; and managing services to approximately 300 adults and families within the developmental disabilities system, within a budget of approximately $60 million
Opt in below to receive text message updates on CDHS recruiting events!
CDHSCareers
Description of Job
Hybrid work: This position requires a minimum of 2 days in office
Please note: These working arrangements are subject to change.
The Community Services (CS) team is responsible for Admissions, Consultations, and Transitions into and out of the three Regional Centers across the State of Colorado. This includes (but is not limited to) being the first to review referral information for admissions, communicating/coordinating with outside agencies (Case Management Agencies/CMAs, Service Agencies, hospitals, jails, etc.), completing relevant consent and other admission/transition forms, ensuring services are in place and transitions are thorough and timely. If an individual is accepted for admission to the Regional Centers, this position is the first point of contact between community providers and the regional center. This work unit also helps to develop policies and procedures related to admissions and transitions that support both Intermediate Care Facilities and Home and Community Based Waiver services.
Additionally, as a Community Services Manager you can expect to:
- Supervise, influence and sets clear expectations for Health Professional III positions through Position Descriptions and ongoing documented supervision
- Provides ongoing training and mentoring for Health Professionals III's, provides documentation on corrective and disciplinary actions, develops performance goals and completes performance plans and appraisals as required by CDHS
- Oversees statewide admission and CST coordination for the three Regional Centers
- Exchanges information and negotiates with CMAs and other involved agencies including service agencies, advocacy agencies, attorneys, state hospitals, parents, guardians, and other team members
- Primary contributor in setting and revising the Admission Policy for the three Regional Centers
- Support Community Services Director in maintaining sufficient documentation of all transition coordination activities performed
- Manages data systems related to transitions and TST following any legislative guidelines
- Supports the Placement/Transition Coordinators with transition planning, which includes training, support, follow-up, and connection with community services
- Conducts new and ongoing training with outside entities such as hospitals, law enforcement agencies, CMAs, service agencies, etc.
- Determines need and plans, organizes, and holds annual Community Provider Fair and other events
- Unit Supervisor for Social Services to individuals (and families/guardians) as needed by overseeing the delivery of Social Services and assuring supportive services to individuals, families, guardians, and significant others
- Liaises and consults with mental health agencies, CMAs, and advocacy agencies to ensure individuals' rights are honored
- Other duties as assigned
Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights
Minimum Qualifications
Experience Only:
Eight (8) years of relevant experience in an occupation related to the work assigned to this position
OR
Education and Experience:A combination of related education and/or relevant experience in an occupation related to the work assigned to this position equal to eight (8) years
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Human Services field
- Experience working with Individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities
- Previous supervisory experience
Conditions of Employment
- CDHS employees (all Direct contact with vulnerable persons):
CBI name check and fingerprint check, ICON Colorado court database, Medicare fraud database, Reference Checks, Professional License verification (licensure requirements), Drug Screen, PREA (Division of Youth Services),Trails check (direct contact with children), CAPS (direct contact with adults - Mental Health Institutes, Regional Centers, Veterans Community Living Centers) - Current/Valid and unrestricted US Driver's License
- Travel: Required to travel to each Regional Center, attend community meetings and events, and visit homes or placements as needed
- Former State employees who were disciplinarily terminated or resigned in lieu of termination must (1) disclose that information on the application (2) provide an explanation why the prior termination or resignation should not disqualify the applicant from the current position, (3) provide the employee number from the applicant's 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.
APPEAL RIGHTS:
If you receive notice that you have been eliminated from consideration for this position, you may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board or request a review by the State Personnel Director.
An appeal or review must be submitted on the official appeal form, signed by you or your representative. This form must be delivered to the State Personnel Board by email ([email protected]), postmarked in US Mail or hand delivered (1525 Sherman Street, 4th Floor, Denver CO 80203), or faxed (303.866.5038) within ten (10) calendar days from your receipt of notice or acknowledgement of the department's action.
For more information about the appeals process, the official appeal form, and how to deliver it to the State Personnel Board; go to spb.colorado.gov; contact the State Personnel Board for assistance at (303) 866-3300; or refer to 4 Colorado Code of Regulations (CCR) 801-1, State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Director's Administrative Procedures, Chapter 8, Resolution of Appeals and Disputes, at spb.colorado.gov under Rules.
Supplemental Information
How to Apply
Need help with your application? Click here.
The Assessment Process
For additional recruiting questions, please contact joel.drahosus
About Us:
If your goal is to build a career that makes a difference, consider joining the dedicated people of the Colorado Department of Human Services (CDHS). Our professionals strive to design and deliver high quality human and health services that improve the safety, independence, and well-being of the people of Colorado. In addition to a great location and rewarding and meaningful work, we offer:
- Strong, secure, yet flexible retirement benefits including a PERA Defined Benefit Plan or PERA Defined Contribution Plan www.copera.org plus 401(k) and 457 plans
- Medical and dental health plans
- Employer supplemented Health Savings Account
- Paid life insurance
- Short- and long-term disability coverage
- 11 paid holidays per year plus vacation and sick leave
- BenefitHub state employee discount program
- Employee Wellness program
- Excellent work-life programs, such as flexible schedules, training and more
- Remote work arrangements for eligible positions
*Some positions may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. For more
information, go to https://www.colorado.gov/pacific/dhr/student-loan-forgiveness-programs.
Our Values:
We believe in a people-first approach: To serve the people of Colorado, we develop a culture and work environment that creates an energized, inspired, and healthy team capable of giving their best to Coloradans
Balance creates quality of life: We want our team to be resilient through a supportive workplace that values flexibility, health and wellness, and employee engagement.
We hold ourselves accountable: We take responsibility through our actions, programs, and results for the state of health and human services in Colorado.
Transparency matters: We are open and honest with employees, our partners, the Coloradans we serve, and the public.
We are ethical: We abide by what is best for those we serve by doing what is right, not what is easy.
Collaboration helps us rise together: We work together with all partners, employees, and clients to achieve the best outcomes for Coloradans.
We are committed to increasing the diversity of our staff and providing culturally responsive programs and services. Therefore, we encourage responses from people of diverse backgrounds and abilities.
ADAA Accommodations:CDHS is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, our agency will assist individuals who have a disability with any reasonable accommodation requests related to employment, including completing the application process, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, participating in the employee selection process, and/or to perform essential job functions where the requested accommodation does not impose an undue hardship. If you have a disability and require reasonable accommodation to ensure you have a positive experience applying or interviewing for this position, please direct your inquiries to our ADAA Coordinator, Nancy Schmelzer, at [email protected] or call 1-800-929-0791.
~THE STATE OF COLORADO IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER~
Toll Free Applicant Technical Support
The State of Colorado offers permanent employees a variety of benefits including medical, dental, life and disability insurance, as well as a comprehensive leave program. Please click the following link for detailed information:
Please note that each agency's contact information is different; therefore, we encourage all applicants to view the full, official job announcement which includes contact information and class title. Select the job you wish to view, then click on the "Print" icon.
01
The bottom of this job announcement provides links to additional information on how to apply, the assessment process, toll free applicant technical support, and about how the State of Colorado is an equal opportunity employer. Please acknowledge below that you have read the information provided in these links.
- This information is available to me and I have read this information
- I am unable to access the links with this information on the job posting. (If you select this option, please contact the recruiter, whose information is listed on this announcement, so that they can send this information directly to you.)
02
Your legal name is used in the hiring process for background checks. Did you use your full legal name in your application?
- Yes
- No
03
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.
04
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.
05
If you are a former or current state employee, please identify what state agency you work(ed) with and how many years of relevant state service you have related to the position you are applying for. (Ensure this is listed on your application under work experience)
06
How many years of experience do you have working with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD)?
- No experience
- Some experience under one year
- 1 - 3 years experience
- Over 3 years of experience
07
Describe your experience working with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD).
08
How many years of experience do you have working with community IDD systems (i.e., CMA, PASAs, etc)?
- No experience
- Some experience under one year
- 1 - 3 years experience
- Over 3 years of experience
09
Describe your experience working with community IDD systems (i.e., CMA, PASAs, etc) and helping people gain access to these systems
10
How do you approach coaching and mentoring your team members?
11
Do you have experience working with the regional centers? If yes, please describe that experience.
12
Describe your experience with public speaking/facilitation
Required Question