Health Care Technician II
Salary
$3,651.00 - $5,113.00 Monthly
Location
Colorado Springs, CO
Job Type
Full Time
Job Number
DBA-02213-JB-04/26
Department
Department of Education
Division
Colorado School for the Deaf and Blind
Opening Date
04/17/2026
Closing Date
5/1/2026 11:59 PM Mountain
FLSA
Determined by Position
Type of Announcement
This position is open only to Colorado state residents.
FLSA Status
Non-Exempt; position is eligible for overtime compensation.
Department Contact Information
allhumanresources@csdb.org
Primary Physical Work Address
Colorado School for the Deaf and the Blind (CSDB); 33 North Institute Street; Colorado Springs, CO 80903
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
Commitment: CSDB is a Deaf and Blind-led academy where language, leadership, and learning converge to generate agency.
Grounded in lived experience, students develop presence, purpose, and wayfinding - in a space built for growth, pride, and authenticity.
Aspiration: CSDB builds generations of thinkers, makers, and leaders who set new standards and transform the world.
Description of Job
These are full-time positions (0.85 FTE) scheduled to work 40 hours per week on an academic-year schedule (approximately August to mid-June, as per the established school calendar, subject to change), and is assigned to work in the Student Life Programs. The purpose of the Student Life Program is to provide Deaf/hard-of-hearing, blind/visually impaired and/or emotionally/behaviorally disturbed students with a residential living arrangement that reflects a home-like setting in an educational environment. The position of Health Care Technician II is responsible to ensure the safety, accountability and well-being of residential students through the after-school hours, and to offer support and learning opportunities presented by the curriculum (a program for the development of living skills) and through collaboration with other staff members who work with assigned students. Duties include but are not limited to:
Ensure a safe environment:
Account for the presence/absence of all students; continue this accountability by knowledge and follow-up of students whereabouts every 10 minutes and throughout the shift. Ensure the security of the building. Ensure the dorm is left in a neat and orderly manner before the shift changes. Responsible for "light cleaning" such as dusting, sweeping, vacuuming, and tidying up as needed. Report to the maintenance department if some areas require extensive cleaning. Perform other related duties as assigned; e.g., clean-up bodily fluids when such incident occurs.
Behavior management:
Discuss any medical, behavioral, emotional, or physical concerns with the previous shift supervisor(s). Contact appropriate departments as needed (i.e., teachers, nursing staff, counseling services, etc.) to share pertinent information.
Assist with bulletin board information:
Assist as needed or requested with the bulletin boards focusing on current events, information, holidays or topics related to interests of the students in collaboration with other staff. Create visually and tactually stimulating environments for the students, such as information boards, educational charts, and augmentative materials.
Assist with activities:
Provide assistance to other dorm personnel with dorm activities to ensure adequate supervision of students. Work collaboratively with other staff focusing on student progress needs (emotional, social, academic, etc.). Responsible for sharing pertinent information with other staff and supervisors relating to student counts, shift activity, student incidents, etc.
Cafeteria Supervision:
Transport special needs students (wheelchair, mobility-assisted) to dining area; ensure proper eating skills and social behavior during mealtimes through observation and hands-on instruction. This includes training for students with special needs such as plate guards, special utensils, and dietary concerns and restrictions. Return students to the dormitory; supervise students while they prepare for classroom activity. Personally escort special needs students to their classes/dorms.
Transportation of students; Bus duty:
Participate in Busy Duty as scheduled; drive school vehicles to transport students to Denver, to include during potential inclement weather. Drive students in state vehicles to support activities such as after-school programs, dorm activities, sports, and school-sponsored activities that occur off-campus. Supervise students while they are transported to and from school. Phone duty; contact parents via phone and sometimes interpreting conversations.
Support instruction:
Encourage development of proper socialization by instructing in/or using problem-solving techniques, behavior modification, discipline policy, and individual and/or group meetings.
Professional development/training:
Participate in mandatory training and workshops. Acquire and maintain necessary certification (e.g., Child Abuse Reporting, CPR and First Aid, Nonviolent Crisis Intervention, Discipline and Behavior Management, etc.). Participate in scheduled team meetings.
Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights
Residency Requirement: (New)
This posting is only open to residents of the State of Colorado at the time of submitting your application.
Class Code & Classification Description: (New)
C6R2XXHEALTH CARE TECHNICIAN II
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Health Care Technician II:
Education/Licensure/Certification/Experience:
High school diploma or General Education Diploma (GED)
One (1) year of experience in an occupational field related to the work assigned to the position
Substitutions
Additional appropriate education will substitute for the required experience on a year-for-year basis
Medication Aides ONLY:
Education/Licensure/Certification/Experience:
High school diploma or General Education Diploma (GED)
One (1) year of experience in an occupational field related to the work assigned to the position
Certification or licensure appropriate to the work assigned to the position
Substitutions
Additional appropriate education will substitute for the required experience on a year-for-year basis
Preferred Qualifications
Experience working with children / youth who are Deaf/Hard-of-Hearing, Deafblind, or special needs children (e.g,. paid child care, teaching, counseling, etc.).NOTE: Experience working with children / youth must be described in detail on the on-line application to receive credit.
Additional Necessary Special Qualification (If working with Students who are Deaf / Hard of Hearing)
Proficiency in American Sign Language (ASL) at the Advanced Skill Level prior to employment, as demonstrated by an appropriate assessment tool and according to school policy/procedures.
Appeal Rights: (Updated)
An applicant who has been removed from an employment list or removed from consideration during the selection process may request a review by the State Personnel Director.
As an applicant directly affected by the results of the selection or comparative analysis process, you may file a written appeal with the State Personnel Director.
Review of the completed, signed and submitted appeal will be timely on the basis of written material submitted by you, using the official appeal form signed by you or your representative. This form must be completed and delivered to the State Personnel Board by email at dpa_state.personnelboard@state.co.us within ten (10) calendar days from your receipt of notice or acknowledgement of the Department's action.
For further information on the Board Rules, you can refer to 4 Colorado Code of Regulations (CCR) 801-1, State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Directors Administrative Procedures, Chapter 8, Resolution of Appeals and Disputes, at spb.colorado.gov/board-rules.
Supplemental Information
Please note that communication relative to this position will occur primarily via e-mail correspondence.
How To Apply:
Applicants are also invited to provide/upload the item listed below to the on-line application:
Important Information:
Applications are part of the selection process and will be reviewed by a qualified Human Resources Specialist to determine if applicants meet the minimum qualifications for this position. Applications may also be used as a part of the comparative analysis process to rank candidates and identify a top group for interview. Read this job announcement carefully before completing the on-line application. Applications must specifically address/support applicant qualifications as they relate to the requirements listed in Description of Job and Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions and Conditions of Employment/Additional Requirements sections. If applicable, official transcripts and/or other supporting documentation must be provided with the application to verify education / minimum qualifications / substitution / additional requirements (unofficial or copies of transcripts may serve as temporary verification only; applicant(s) selected for hire will be required to provide official transcripts to verify education). Failure to complete the application properly and include required information and/or documents, or if applications do not demonstrate that experience and/or education are consistent with the categories listed on this announcement, may result in the applicant not being considered for this position. Also, in order to be considered for this position, complete applications must be received by the application deadline/closing date. Applicants will be notified of the results of this review.
Please refer to the CO-Jobs State Employment Opportunities website (careers.colorado.gov) for the following information:
In addition to offering rewarding, meaningful work, we offer:
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: www.colorado.gov/pacific/dhr/benefits
Please note that each agencys 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.
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Are you a current or previous employee of the State of Colorado? If yes, please describe current or former employment (i.e., Name of State Agency, Classification, Dates of Employment, F/T or P/T, etc.).
02
As a condition of employment, selected applicant(s) will be required to submit to and pass a background check, to include Colorado and Federal criminal history checks, employment verification, and professional / personal reference checks. Employment verification and reference checks may be conducted without applicant authorization. Are you willing to submit to a background check as described, as a condition of employment?
03
As per Description of Job and Conditions of Employment, applicants for these positions must be willing and able to perform the duties/tasks detailed below. Please check all duties/tasks you are willing and able to perform:
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ASL Proficiency at the Advanced Skill Level is required prior to employment in order to work with students who are Deaf / Hard of hearing. Do you meet this requirement?
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In detail please explain your experience working with children / youth who are Deaf/Hard-of-Hearing, Deafblind, or special needs children (e.g,. paid child care, teaching, counseling, etc.)
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The position of Health Care Technician I is subject to the following conditions of employment: (1) must be willing to work an academic-year schedule (August to June), as per established School Calendar, subject to change; (2) Shift work required -- afternoon/ evening/ graveyard, split shifts and/or weekends, holidays as may be required; (3) designation as "essential services" personnel required to be on duty to perform essential and/or emergency services of the State / school without delay or interruption, regardless of inclement weather conditions. Are you able and willing to accept these conditions of employment?
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Do you possess a current, valid State of Colorado Drivers License (Regular)? If yes, please provide/upload a copy of your license with your application.
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If you were referred from a current CSDB Staff member, please provide their name.
Required Question
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| Location | Colorado Springs, CO |
| Salary | $3,651–$5,113 |