Job Title:  DEVELOPMENTAL SUPPORT TECHNICIAN 1 - UNDERFILL- PART TIME

Position Description

The Aging and Disability Services Division (ADSD) is currently recruiting for Developmental Support Technician 1- Part Time in Las Vegas, Nevada. This recruitment will be used to underfill positions within the Developmental Support Technician Series. This recruitment may be used to fill current and future vacancies as they occur in the Desert Regional Center – Intermediate Care Facility (DRC-ICF).  

Under the direction of a Developmental Support Technician IV, the incumbent performs in a trainee capacity to acquire the knowledge, skills and ability required in this occupation. This is a DIRECT CARE position.  The successful incumbent will underfill the Developmental Support Technician 3 position and will advance to the next level in the series upon recommendation of the Appointing Authority, meeting the minimum qualifications and required coursework, and satisfactory performance.  The incumbent's work is closely reviewed and monitored, and extensive on-the-job training is provided to ensure standards of care are met. The incumbent will provide direct care to dually diagnosed individuals who have intellectual and/or developmental disabilities and related conditions such as Autism, Seizure Disorder, Cerebral Palsy, etc., in a 24-hour residential facility.   Incumbent must have and maintain technician certification, CPR and a valid State of Nevada Driver's License. Experience working with individuals with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities is a requirement of this position.  Incumbent will be required to work a variety of shifts, weekends, and holidays.

ADSD provides an atmosphere of innovative thinking, teamwork, friendly co-workers, a positive working environment and is committed to fostering an environment of both inclusiveness and diversity within our workforce. The mission of ADSD is to provide leadership and advocacy in the planning, development, and delivery of high quality, comprehensive support service system across the lifespan to allow all of Nevada’s elders, children and adults with disabilities or special health care needs, to live independent, meaningful, and dignified lives to the greatest extent possible.  

To see full Class Specifications visit: http://hr.nv.gov/Resources/ClassSpecs/Class_Specifications-10_0/

Minimum Qualifications

Graduation from high school or equivalent education and one year of experience involving public contact and which may have included providing care or guidance for children, elders or others; volunteer work in providing respite to caregivers; or leading youth groups; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience as described above.

Special Requirements