APPROXIMATE ANNUAL SALARY -
$28,730.88 to
$41,321.52
PAY GRADE: 23
For more information on benefit and retirement programs, please see the sections below.
In order to receive consideration, applicants must indicate their availability for any work type, travel, and location requirements listed.
JOB INFORMATION
Work Type: Permanent, full time vacancies as they may occur
in this geographical location.
Developmental Support Technicians supplement the work of qualified intellectual disabilities professionals and other professional staff in providing direct client care and support including participation in the formulation and implementation of treatment plans for clients.
Incumbents perform in a trainee capacity and acquire the knowledge, skills and abilities required in this occupation.
Aging and Disability Services has Developmental Support Technician I vacancies at Desert Regional Center in Las Vegas. Under the direction of a Developmental Support Technician IV, incumbent performs in a trainee capacity to acquire the knowledge, skills and ability required in this occupation. Incumbent's work is closely reviewed and monitored and extensive on-the-job training is provided to ensure standards of care are met. Incumbent will provide direct care to dual 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. Experience working with individuals who have been diagnosed with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities is preferred. Incumbent will be required to work a variable schedule including swing shift, split shift, graveyard, days, weekends, and/or holidays. Having and maintaining a valid Nevada Driver's license is a requirement of this position.
In order to be qualified, you must meet the following requirements:
Education and Experience (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.
Special Requirements
A valid driver's license is required at the time of appointment and as a condition of continued employment.
Working evenings, weekends, and/or holidays is required.
Applicants must successfully complete a pre-employment physical and be free of active tuberculosis.
A pre-employment criminal history check and fingerprinting are required. Persons offered employment in this position will be required to pay for these items.
Pursuant to NRS 284.4066, this position has been identified as affecting public safety. Persons offered employment in this position must submit to a pre-employment screening for controlled substances.
Incumbents are required to obtain and maintain certification as a mental health technician per NRS 433.279 as a condition of continuing employment.
The Examination
Application Evaluation Exam
The exam will consist of an application evaluation. It is essential that applications include detailed information with time frames regarding education and experience. The most qualified applicants will be contacted by the hiring agency for interview. The hiring agency may require specific skills related testing as part of the interviewing process.
The following additional questions are part of this Recruitment
1) Describe your experience working with individuals with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities.
2) Do you have a current/valid state of Nevada Driver's License?
