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Are you a Dental Hygienist searching for an opportunity to make a real difference for those in your care? If so, an exciting and fulfilling career awaits you! Join our fantastic team of dedicated health professionals in state service by applying today!
The State of Connecticut , Department of Developmental Services ( DDS ) is seeking a motivated and experienced candidate to join our team as a Dental Hygienist 2 .
What We Can Offer You:
DDS Dental Clinic setting, servicing individuals from both the facility and those residing in community-based settings. Full dental care is provided in an environment that supports special needs of aging, individuals with disabilities and those requiring supports to be comfortable to receive care. The Dental Clinic is available in collaboration with the UCONN School of Dentistry.
About Us:
The Department of Developmental Services (DDS), partners with the individuals we support and their families, to support lifelong planning and to join with others to create and promote meaningful opportunities for individuals to fully participate as valued members of their communities.
We hope you take this opportunity to continue your career with us and make an impact by serving your state!
Selection Plan
These positions will be filled in accordance with contractual language, reemployment, SEBAC, transfer, promotion and merit employment rules.
This position may be subject to Federal requirements for COVID 19 Vaccination Immunization.
In order to comply with Public Act 21-69, the State of Connecticut is no longer asking for resumes during theinitial application process.
Applicants must meet the Minimum Qualifications as listed on the job opening and must specify their qualifications on their application.The minimum experienceand training requirements mustbe met by the close date on the job opening,unless otherwise specified.
Please note you will be unableto make revisionsonce you submit your application for this posting to the JobApssystem.Interviewswill be limited to candidateswhose experience and training most closely meet therequirements of the position.
The immediate vacancy is listed above, however, applications to this recruitment may be used for future vacancies in this job class.
Although applicants will receive correspondence via email, as a backup they are also encouraged to sign on to their Personal Status Board on a daily basis to monitor their status, view all emailed notices and complete tasks required in the recruitment process.
Due to the large volume of applications received, we are unable to provide confirmation of receipt or status during the recruitment process. Updates will be available through your JobAps portal account.
Note: At any point during the recruitment process, applicants may be required to submit additional documentation which support their qualification(s) for this position. These documents may include: a cover letter, resume, transcripts, diplomas, performance reviews, attendance records, supervisory references, licensure, etc., at the discretion of the hiring agency. Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications as indicated to apply for this position.
This posting may require completion of additional referral questions (RQs). You can access these RQs via an email that will be sent to you after the posting's closing date or by visiting your JobAps Personal Status Board(Certification Questionnaires section). Your responses to these RQs must be submitted by the question's expiration date. Please regularly check your email and JobAps Personal Status Board for notifications. Please check your SPAM and/or Junk folders on a daily basis in the event an email provider places auto-notification emails in a user's spam.
•Incumbents in this class may be required to travel.
•Incumbents in this class must possess and retain a license as a Registered Dental Hygienist in CT.
If you require an accommodation to participate fully and fairly under the provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), please contact Jennifer Borenski, EEO Specialist 2 at (860) 418-6143 or Jennifer.Borenski@ct.gov .
Should you have questions pertaining to this recruitment, please contact Julie Barker, at Julie.Barker@ct.gov .
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 .
PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK)
In state facilities this class is accountable for providing clinical dental hygiene services, including dental health assessments of individuals, training of individuals and staff in the implementation of dental health care plans, and providing consultation.
EXAMPLES OF DUTIES
Two (2) years of experience as a Dental Hygienist.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Incumbents in this class may be required to lift and restrain individuals and may be exposed to disagreeable conditions, communicable diseases and risk of injury from assaultive and/or abusive individuals.
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.
Are you a Dental Hygienist searching for an opportunity to make a real difference for those in your care? If so, an exciting and fulfilling career awaits you! Join our fantastic team of dedicated health professionals in state service by applying today!
The State of Connecticut , Department of Developmental Services ( DDS ) is seeking a motivated and experienced candidate to join our team as a Dental Hygienist 2 .
What We Can Offer 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;
- Industry leading health benefits , including medical and dental coverage;
- Comprehensive pension plan and supplemental retirement offerings;
- Paid time off including 13 paid holidays per calendar year;
- A culture thatencourages work/life balance ;
- Professional growth and development opportunities.
- Showcase your talents in a meaningful role;
- Thrive in an exciting environment;
- Make a difference in the public sector;
- Work together in a collaborative team environment.
- Monday - Friday
- 7:30am - 4:00pm
- Regular days off - Saturday & Sunday
- Full Time (40 Hours per week)
- Location: Southbury Training School in Southbury, CT
- However, must be flexible in order to meet the needs of the agency.
DDS Dental Clinic setting, servicing individuals from both the facility and those residing in community-based settings. Full dental care is provided in an environment that supports special needs of aging, individuals with disabilities and those requiring supports to be comfortable to receive care. The Dental Clinic is available in collaboration with the UCONN School of Dentistry.
About Us:
The Department of Developmental Services (DDS), partners with the individuals we support and their families, to support lifelong planning and to join with others to create and promote meaningful opportunities for individuals to fully participate as valued members of their communities.
We hope you take this opportunity to continue your career with us and make an impact by serving your state!
Selection Plan
These positions will be filled in accordance with contractual language, reemployment, SEBAC, transfer, promotion and merit employment rules.
This position may be subject to Federal requirements for COVID 19 Vaccination Immunization.
In order to comply with Public Act 21-69, the State of Connecticut is no longer asking for resumes during theinitial application process.
Applicants must meet the Minimum Qualifications as listed on the job opening and must specify their qualifications on their application.The minimum experienceand training requirements mustbe met by the close date on the job opening,unless otherwise specified.
Please note you will be unableto make revisionsonce you submit your application for this posting to the JobApssystem.Interviewswill be limited to candidateswhose experience and training most closely meet therequirements of the position.
The immediate vacancy is listed above, however, applications to this recruitment may be used for future vacancies in this job class.
Although applicants will receive correspondence via email, as a backup they are also encouraged to sign on to their Personal Status Board on a daily basis to monitor their status, view all emailed notices and complete tasks required in the recruitment process.
Due to the large volume of applications received, we are unable to provide confirmation of receipt or status during the recruitment process. Updates will be available through your JobAps portal account.
Note: At any point during the recruitment process, applicants may be required to submit additional documentation which support their qualification(s) for this position. These documents may include: a cover letter, resume, transcripts, diplomas, performance reviews, attendance records, supervisory references, licensure, etc., at the discretion of the hiring agency. Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications as indicated to apply for this position.
This posting may require completion of additional referral questions (RQs). You can access these RQs via an email that will be sent to you after the posting's closing date or by visiting your JobAps Personal Status Board(Certification Questionnaires section). Your responses to these RQs must be submitted by the question's expiration date. Please regularly check your email and JobAps Personal Status Board for notifications. Please check your SPAM and/or Junk folders on a daily basis in the event an email provider places auto-notification emails in a user's spam.
•Incumbents in this class may be required to travel.
•Incumbents in this class must possess and retain a license as a Registered Dental Hygienist in CT.
If you require an accommodation to participate fully and fairly under the provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), please contact Jennifer Borenski, EEO Specialist 2 at (860) 418-6143 or Jennifer.Borenski@ct.gov .
Should you have questions pertaining to this recruitment, please contact Julie Barker, at Julie.Barker@ct.gov .
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 .
PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK)
In state facilities this class is accountable for providing clinical dental hygiene services, including dental health assessments of individuals, training of individuals and staff in the implementation of dental health care plans, and providing consultation.
EXAMPLES OF DUTIES
- Performs clinical dental services including dental prophylaxis, facial and oral tissue screenings, oral cancer screenings, topical fluoride treatments, blood pressure evaluations, taking and processing radiographs, charting abnormalities, screening individuals for systemic diseases which may appear in the oral cavity;
- Conducts dental health assessments;
- Develops and implements dental hygiene care plans;
- Provides admission and discharge dental hygiene assessments including plans for continuing care;
- Does nutritional counseling;
- Reviews diets and nutritional needs of individuals;
- Provides functional supervision of staff members involved in dental care of individuals, which includes creation of an awareness among staff of signs and symptoms of dental diseases and procedures for prevention of same, showing ward staff how to maintain oral health of individuals who cannot care for themselves, and providing centralized inservice dental education and training to individuals and staff;
- Implements dental care programs, and sets goals to meet needs of each individual;
- Consults with and makes recommendations to dentist concerning dental health needs;
- Investigates problems arising from dental care programs as relayed by staff or departments;
- Maintains dental records and recall system to assure individuals treated regularly;
- Assures dental care services comply with ICF regulations;
- Provides dental hygiene input into interdisciplinary health care plans and individual programs;
- Performs related duties as required.
- Considerable knowledge of
- principles and practices of dental hygiene, dental hygiene administration and dynamics of behavior, particularly the behavior of difficult and multi-handicapped individuals;
- Considerable
- interpersonal skills;
- oral and written communication skills.
Two (2) years of experience as a Dental Hygienist.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience working independently.
- Experience working with a variety of adult patients.
- Incumbents in this class must possess and retain a license as a Registered Dental Hygienist in Connecticut.
- Incumbents in this class may be required to travel.
Incumbents in this class may be required to lift and restrain individuals and may be exposed to disagreeable conditions, communicable diseases and risk of injury from assaultive and/or abusive individuals.
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.
