TRAINING SPECIALIST III -CMHHIP Print (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/colorado/jobs/newprint/4974567) Apply  TRAINING SPECIALIST III -CMHHIP Salary $4,906.00 - $7,849.00 Monthly Location Pueblo, CO Job Type Full Time Job Number IIB-06120 6/13/2025 Department Colorado Department of Human Services Opening Date 06/27/2025 Closing Date 7/13/2025 11:59 PM Mountain FLSA Determined by Position Type of Announcement This position is open only to Colorado state residents. Primary Physical Work Address CMHHIP: 1600 W. 24th Street, Pueblo, CO 81003 FLSA Status Exempt; position is not eligible for overtime compensation. Department Contact Information Magalie.Chapman@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. 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 Opt in below to receive text message updates on CDHS recruiting events! CDHSCareers This position is open only to Colorado state residents 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 rewarding and meaningful work, we offer excellent benefits: + 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 + 10 paid holidays per year plus vacation and sick leave + BenefitHub state employee discount program + Employee Wellness program MotivateMe + Excellent work-life programs, such as flexible schedules, training and more *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 Culture & Environment 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. The purpose of theStaff Education Department is to provide quality education and training programs for CMHHIP staff which provide initial job training and on-going self-development through the acquisition of new skills and knowledge. Mandatory training programs, New Employee Orientation Program and other multidisciplinary healthcare professional development programs for approximately 1200 employees. Staff Education is responsible for assessing the educational needs of staff and then delivering targeted programs, which addresses those identified needs. Tracking and reporting of all educational programs as well as staff attendance is another role for the department. Staff Education provides on-going job embedded education and training to improve staff job performance and competence. Description of Job The purpose of this position is to educate and train CMHHIP staff in a variety of curriculum classes. These curricula include, but are not limited to Non-Escalation, De-Escalation/Crisis Management, American Heart Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation, American Heart First Aid, Seclusion and Restraint, Duty to Warn/Restraining Orders/Victim Notification and Milieu Management. This position assists in developing and maintaining standard curriculum that is researched-based, meets current best practice standards, and is supported by data for the purpose of live training. This curriculum is based on adult learning theories. This position prepares for scheduled training by assuring that current materials and equipment are available organizing, assigning and leading other trainers in the provision of training. Job Duties: + This position is a qualified lead instructor of Non-Escalation, De-Escalation/ Crisis Management, Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), Seclusion and Restraint (S&R), and other content, as assigned. + Ability to demonstrate physical techniques. + Instruct CMHHIP courses, for which qualified as scheduled. + Actively provides direct class supervision, consultation and teaching to co-instructors, to develop their knowledge, competence, and confidence. + Continually works with other instructors to improve the provision of training on an on-going basis. + Utilizes a variety of instructional techniques including lecture, role play, videos, and case studies. + Lead in educational and instructional activities. + Grade and evaluate class tests and exams. + Provides course materials to students. + Ability to multi-task, set priorities, and deliver results within designated time frames utilizing staff education and other departmental resources. + Informs students of learning expectations. + Provides safe and respectful learning environment. + Engages students in learning process, while encouraging student participation. + Uses schedules class time effectively, while providing opportunities for student dialogue and interaction. + Ensures accurate student attendance and achievement records are required. + Enhances learning and reduces incidents of distractions or interruptions to learning (e.g. side-bar conversations, cell phone use, absenteeism, etc.) + Ensures accurate student attendance and achievement documentation as required with appropriate instructor signatures. + Organizes presentations to provide structure and learning that takes place in large and small groups. + Assesses and documents on any participants who are failing the return demonstration skills to determine how and why and then notifies the Director Staff Education. + Notifies the Director Staff Education at the time of any injuries that may have resulted to a participate during training. Completes injured on duty (IOJ) documentation and submits to human resources for follow-up. + Effectively sets up, uses, and troubleshoots a wide variety of educational technical equipment that includes laptops, data projectors, portable hard drives, USB drives, video cameras, sound systems, and programs requiring webcams./webinars. + Ensures proper equipment is available at the time of instruction. + Ensures proper training materials and adequate volume of materials are available in the classroom. + Ensures that the instructors assigned for the class are present, and if not, notifies the Director of Staff Education to make accommodations. + Meets with instructors thirty minutes before the start of class to make training assignments and discuss any outstanding issues. + Ensures that all training spaces and training equipment (e.g. mats, shields, coffee maker, refrigerator, etc) are cleaned at the end of class according to infection control policy. + Conducts debriefing with instructors during and after class to discuss what went well and what can be improved. + Collaborates with staff education department and its administrative assistants, information systems manager, program and instruction coordinator, and director in the provision of training. + Evaluates the curriculum, contributes to modifications to better meet the needs of the staff on units. + Evaluates the job performance of staff as required by nursing supervisors, to determine if interaction, techniques, and verbal intervention is being done per CMHHIP policy. + Other job duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights Minimum Qualifications: Six (6) years of relevant experience in an occupation related to the work assigned to this position or A combination of related education and/or relevant experience in an occupation related to the work assigned equal to six (6) years. Substitutions: Additional appropriate experience will substitute for the degree requirement on a year-for-year basis. Additional appropriate education will substitute for the experience requirement on a year-for-year basis.(Must attached unofficial transcripts to the application, for education as a substitution to be credited) *Employment history is calculated on a full-time basis (40/hrs per week). Part-time employment is calculated on a pro-rated 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: + Current or previously Certified Verbal De-Escalation Training/Physical Intervention Instructor, RIPP or CPR Instructor + Experience in Educational Training + Proficient in PowerPoint curriculum development + Ability to work independently, providing training to staff on units on various shifts + Professional writing and speaking skills + Proficient in computer usage and applications + Physically be able to perform essential job duties such as kneeling, bending, lifting, able to apply mechanical restraints to a standing, sitting, prone and supine subject Conditions of Employment: + A pre-employment criminal background check will be conducted as part of the selection process as this position is deemed to have direct contact with vulnerable persons. Felony convictions, conviction of crimes of moral turpitude, or convictions of misdemeanors related to job duties may disqualify you from being considered for this position. Should your background check reveal any charges or convictions, it is your responsibility to provide the CDHS Background Unit with an official disposition of any charges. + Must successfully pass a TB (tuberculosis) Test. + This position will be paid biweekly. + Valid and Current Colorado Driver’s License. + Former State employees who were disciplinarily terminated or resigned in lieu of termination must disclose the information on the application and provide an explanation why the prior termination or resignation should not disqualify the applicant from the current position. Absent extraordinary circumstances, prior disciplinary termination or resignation in lieu of termination 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 (dpa_state.personnelboard@state.co.us), 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 The State of Colorado believes that equity, diversity, and inclusion drive 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. Selection Process How to Apply (PLEASE READ CAREFULLY) Please note that ONLY your State of Colorado job application will be reviewed during the screening of this position. ALL application materials must be submitted with your application before this job posting’s closing date. It is paramount to clearly describe all of your relevant experience on the application itself. Applications left blank or marked "SEE RESUME" will not be considered. Your application will be reviewed against the minimum qualifications for the position. If your application demonstrates that you meet the minimum qualifications, you will be invited to the comparative analysis process, which is described below. After submitting an application, you should receive an email acknowledging your submission. If you do not get the email, please check to ensure you have actually submitted the application and typed the correct email address on the application. Include a working email address on your application; one that is checked often as time sensitive correspondence WILL take place via email. You may receive email notifications from a Colorado Department of Human Services employee or from this email address info@governmentjobs.com It is your responsibility to ensure that your email will accept these notices and/or review your junk mail and spam filtered email; if you do not receive correspondence soon after the closing date, please contact the "Department Contact" listed in this announcement. Comparative Analysis Process Colorado Revised Statutes require that state employees are hired and promoted through a comparative analysis. The comparative analysis for this position will include a review of your application material and your responses to any supplemental questions. Applications and responses will be reviewed by a Subject Matter Expert (SME) to assess and rank applicants in order to establish an eligible list for referral to the hiring manager for final consideration. Be sure the "Work Experience" section of your application is complete and specifically addresses your qualifications, experience, and accomplishments as they relate to the Description of the Job, Minimum Qualifications, Required Competencies and Preferred Qualifications as listed above. Resumes and "see resume" statements will not be accepted in lieu of the "Work Experience" section of the application. Failure to include adequate information or follow instructions by the closing date may result in your application not being accepted and/or may affect your score, rank or inclusion in the final pool of eligible applicants. SCHEDULED DATES of INTERVIEWS WILL NOT BE MADE UP. IF YOU FAIL TO SHOW AT THE APPOINTED DATE/TIME, MAKE-UPS WILL NOT BE ALLOWED. Note: Transfers, voluntary demotions and reinstatements are required to apply and participate in the selection process. For Recruiting questions, please contact jazzma.gamboa@state.co.us (tara.bangtson@state.co.us) ADAAA 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 ADAAA Coordinator, Nancy Schmelzer, atcdhs_ada@state.co.usor call1-800-929-0791. 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 first, ensure your documents are PDF or Microsoft Word files, and second, close the document before you attempt upload (attach) it. THE CAMPUS OF THE COLORADO MENTAL HEALTH HOSPITAL IN PUEBLO IS TOBACCO FREE ~The State of Colorado is an equal opportunity employer~ 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 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 If you are a current or previous state employee, please provide your employee number. If not applicable, please type N/A. 02 Please list what you believe are attributes of a quality instructor. 03 Please describe your instructional strengths and areas of needed improvement. 04 Please provide an example of how a disruptive/unengaged participant was redirected or handled in your classroom. 05 Which learning style do you feel is the most effective for instructing adult learners? (visual/ auditory/ kinesthetic/writing or reading) 06 Describe a time that a change had to be made in a classroom to adapt to class size and time constraints. 07 How would you work with an individual that has a different teaching method, and with which you do not prefer? 08 What is your availability/adaptability to working evening/night/weekend shifts? 09 By clicking below, I have read the official job announcement for the position, understand the requirements for the position, and acknowledge that my name will be removed from the eligibility list should I decline to interview, decline an offer, or refuse the conditions of employment. + Yes + No Required Question Employer State of Colorado Address See the full announcement by clicking the "Printer" icon located above the job title Location varies by announcement, Colorado, -- Website https://careers.colorado.gov/ Apply Please verify your email addressVerify Email