STATE OF CONNECTICUT EXECUTIVE BRANCH JOBS

Developmental Services Investigator

Hybrid

Recruitment #240917-6434SH-001

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Introduction



The State of Connecticut, Department of Developmental Services (DDS) seeks a talented and qualified individual for the position of Developmental Services Investigator, in DDS Central Office, in the Division of Investigations, located in Hartford, CT. 

Position Highlights:
  • Full-time, 40 hours per week
  • First (1st) shift
  • 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
  • Monday - Friday
Please Note:
  • Although first shift hours are assigned, candidate must be flexible to meet the needs of the agency.
  • Statewide travel may be expected.
  • Incumbents must have a valid drivers license.
  • Incumbents will be required to travel.
The Role:
The Developmental Services Investigator conducts investigations concerning allegations of abuse/neglect.

What’s In It For You:
  • To work for a Forbes top company: ‘Forbes’ State of Connecticut Ranked One of the Best Employers of 2023 - State of CT Receives National Recognition for Offering Job Growth, Competitive Benefits, and Flexible Schedule;
  • Professional growth and paid professional development opportunities.
  • A healthy work-life balance to all employees.
  • State of Connecticut is an eligible Public Service Loan Forgiveness employer, meaning you may be eligible to have qualifying student loan forgiveness after 10 years of service. Click here for more information.
We hope you take this opportunity to continue your career and make an impaCT!

Selection Plan

In order to be considered for this job opening you must be a current State of CT employee of the agency listed above for at least six (6) months of full-time service or full-time equivalent service, absent any applicable collective bargaining language, and meet the Minimum Qualifications as listed on the job opening.  You must specify your qualifications on your application. 

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Application Process:

This position will be filled in accordance with contractual language, reemployment, SEBAC, transfer, promotion and merit employment rules.

For current state employees, salary calculations are not necessarily comparable from branch to branch but it does not impact your state service credit.

In order to comply with Public Act 21-69, the State of Connecticut is no longer asking for resumes during the initial application process.

In order to be considered for this job opening, you must meet the minimum qualifications as listed on the job opening. You must specify your qualifications on your application. The minimum experience and training requirements must be met by the close date, unless otherwise specified.

The immediate vacancy is listed above, however, applications to this recruitment may be used for future vacancies in this job class.

All application materials must be received by the recruiting agency by the time specified on the job opening for the position for which you are applying. Late applications may not be submitted and will not be considered. Exceptions are rare and limited to documented events that incapacitate a candidate during the entire duration of the job posting time period. It is the candidate’s obligation and responsibility to request an exception and provide a legally recognized justification to accommodate such exception. Requests should be made to DAS.SHRM@ct.gov.

Please ensure that your application is complete. You will be unable to make revisions once you officially submit your application to the state of Connecticut.

Selection Process:

This posting may require completion of additional referral questions (RQs) which will be sent to you via email after the closing date. The email notification will include an expiration date by which you must submit (Finish) your responses. Please regularly check your email for notifications. Please check your SPAM and/or Junk folders, as emails could end up there in error.

During the recruitment process, applicants may be required to submit additional documentation supporting their qualification(s) for this position. These documents may include performance reviews, supervisory references, college transcripts, licensure, etc. at the discretion of the agency.

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Contact Information:

If you require an accommodation to participate fully and fairly under the provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), please contact Edward Magnano, EEO Manager at (860) 418-6148 or (Edward.Magnano@ct.gov)

Due to the large volume of applications received, we are unable to provide confirmation of receipt or status during the recruitment process.

Should you have any questions pertaining to this recruitment, please contact Christopher Lavallee at Christopher.Lavallee@ct.gov.

PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK)

In the Department of Developmental Services this class is accountable for conducting detailed investigations of allegations of abuse and neglect of persons with an intellectual disability and individuals within the autism spectrum who are receiving services funded by the Department of Social Services (DSS) as specified in applicable Conn. Gen. Stat.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

  • Conducts detailed investigations of allegations of abuse and neglect of persons with an intellectual disability and individuals within the autism spectrum who are receiving services funded by DSS, both living and deceased, in a variety of settings including but not limited to public and private programs, natural family homes and self-hired staffing arrangements;
  • Determines need for emergency and long term protective service needs;
  • Initiates provision of and monitors protective services by state and private agencies;
  • Interviews alleged victims, perpetrators, service providers, witnesses, etc.;
  • Works cooperatively with State and local police, State's Attorneys and other protective services organizations;
  • Provides testimony at various legal and Human Resources hearings as required;
  • Provides information and referral services;
  • Maintains appropriate records and documentation;
  • Prepares comprehensive investigative reports;
  • Prepares correspondence;
  • May make public information presentations;
  • May provide formal training for state and private service providers;
  • Performs related duties as required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY

  • Knowledge of
    • statutes, policies and procedures governing care and treatment of persons with an intellectual disability;
    • problems and needs of persons with an intellectual disability;
    • investigation techniques and methods;
    • various types of residential placement facilities and community training centers for persons with an intellectual disability;
  • Skills
    • interpersonal skills;
    • oral and written communication skills;
  • Ability to
    • utilize computer software;
    • investigate.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - GENERAL EXPERIENCE

Six (6) years of experience in a professional capacity with an organization, agency or educational institution which provides for case management, residential, vocational, educational, advocacy, habilitation or rehabilitation services to persons with an intellectual disability or individuals within the autism spectrum.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - SUBSTITUTIONS ALLOWED

  • College training may be substituted for the General Experience on the basis of fifteen (15) semester hours equalling one-half (1/2) year of experience to a maximum of four (4) years for a Bachelor's degree.
  • A Master's degree in a human services field, criminal justice, public administration, public health, rehabilitative services, special education, social work or a closely related field may be substituted for one (1) additional year of the General Experience.
  • Law enforcement experience may be substituted for the General Experience on a year for year basis for a maximum of six (6) additional years.
  • Successful completion of a Connecticut Careers Trainee program approved by the Department of Administrative Services may be substituted for the General Experience.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Preference will be given to candidates with the following experience: 
  • Professional experience conducting investigations concerning allegations of abuse and neglect of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
  • Experience interpreting and applying state statutes and agency procedures.
  • Experience providing testimony in legal and administrative hearings.
  • Experience with conducting trainings pertaining to abuse/neglect investigations.
  • Experience with Microsoft Outlook, Word, and case tracking databases.
  • Professional experience devising curriculum and implementing training pertaining to abuse/neglect investigations.
  • Knowledge of an investigation process.
  • Knowledge of the DDS regional Human Rights Committee requirements.
  • Ability to prioritize assignments and ensure that mandatory tasks are completed in accordance with DDS and statutory mandates.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

  • Incumbents in this class may be required to travel.
  • Incumbents in this class will be required to possess and retain a valid Motor Vehicle Operator's License.

Conclusion

AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The State of Connecticut is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, and persons with disabilities.

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

As defined by Sec. 5-196 of the Connecticut General Statutes, a job class is a position or group of positions that share general characteristics and are categorized under a single title for administrative purposes.  As such, a job class is not meant to be all-inclusive of every task and/or responsibility.


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