What are the responsibilities and job description for the Classroom Based Health Care Technician II position at North Carolina Dept of Health and Human Services?
Description of Work
A Sign-on bonus of $2,500.00 for the successful applicant(s) of this posting.
**See eligibility for Sign-on Bonus below in the Supplemental and Contact Information section.
The Redwood classroom-based trainer 2 is responsible for providing educational services during the day program. The Redwood CBTR 2 is responsible for implementing training for groups of residents addressing the skill areas of self-care, vocational, communication, community living, and functional academics. The CBTR 2 is responsible for writing goaled programs and collecting data on resident objectives and for writing monthly progress notes. The CBTR 2 is responsible for completing assessments and for communicating any needs for the Redwood day placement to the teacher who is assigned to oversee that site and for collaborating with the teacher to ensure appropriate services and schedules are carried out as prescribed.
This position is assigned to work with a primarily dually/diagnosed population with varying skills and/or behavior issues to assist with social skills, self-care skills and any other community readiness skills as determined by the teacher and/or resource center director.
The remainder of the job responsibilities involve providing basic care to residents and performing miscellaneous duties as needed, including toileting, dressing, meal coverage, floor coverage, etc. Because most residents in the Summit area are not totally independent in basic care skills, all staff must assist when necessary. Examples include cleaning toileting accidents that occur during training times when other staff are not available; assisting with hygiene; assisting medical staff with treatments, etc.
The Redwood Trainer 2 (Classroom Based) must be a role model to all support staff and as such, must understand person-centered philosophies, ICF-IDD standards, J. Iverson Riddle Developmental Center Policies and Procedures, and state of the art services for people with developmental disabilities. The Trainer 2 (Classroom Based) must be able to work with a variety of professional and paraprofessional staff. They must be organized and able to produce an appropriate volume of work within set timeframes. They must be able to work without direct daily supervision and be able to react quickly under stressful situations to keep residents safe. The Trainer 2 (Classroom Based) must be able to accurately observe and record information.
Salary Grade MH02; Recruitment Range $39,312.00 - $46,852.00
The J. Iverson Riddle Developmental Center in Morganton, North Carolina is an ICF certified facility for individuals with intellectual disabilities. We provide comprehensive residential care to citizens from 37 counties in the western portion of the state. JIRDC is a caring community where professionals work with people of various ages, cognitive, & functional abilities.
The J. Iverson Riddle Developmental Center is located just an hour from the Queen City of Charlotte, home of the Carolina Panthers and the City of Asheville home to the world renowned Biltmore Estate and Grove Park Inn. Our facility sits on one of the most picturesque properties in Burke County. We are nestled at the foot of the Blue Ridge and South Mountains and just minutes from beautiful Lake James. Nearby Pisgah National Forest offers outdoor adventure and fun for the whole family.
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Knowledge, Skills and Abilities / Competencies
To receive credit for all of your work history and credentials, you must list the information on the application form. Any information listed under the text resume section or on an attachment will not be considered for qualifying credit. Qualified applicants must document on the application that they possess all of the following.
- Documented experience implementing programs, treatment goals, and/or person-centered philosophies/plans
- Employee will be required to successfully complete training through our Staff Development department which includes, but is not limited to NCI, CPR, Body Mechanics and lifting
- Frequent lifting and bending required
- To be considered for employment the applicant must be in good standing with the NC Health Care Personnel Registry
- The applicant must pass the physical requirements test
Must be capable of assisting with walking, lifting, feeding, etc. This position will require some seated activities as well as some non-seated activities. Visual acuity to attend to resident safety.
Management prefers:
The Trainer II (Classroom Based) would need to successfully complete required training/classes and be certified in NVCIF. The position may require a NC class C van license in order to provide training in a variety of locations. Previous experience in classrooms or workshops serving people with developmental disabilities and/or mental health diagnoses would be helpful.
- basic math skills of adding, dividing, calculating percentages, and averaging
- observe resident performance and give feedback
- good verbal communication skills
- written communication skills
- visual skills to ensure resident safety, perform supervisory responsibilities, and to communicate effectively with residents and staff
- an ability to stay organized and to work without direct daily supervision
The Health Care Technician II (Classroom Based) would need to successfully complete required training/classes and be certified in NVCIP classes. The position may require a NC class C van license in order to provide training in a variety of locations. Previous experience in classrooms or workshops serving people with developmental disabilities would be helpful.
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements
High school or General Educational Development diploma and one year of related experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Degrees must be from appropriately accredited colleges or universities.
Supplemental and Contact Information
The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
The Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) selects applicants for employment based on job-related knowledge, skills, and abilities without regard to race, color, gender, national origin, religion, age, disability, political affiliation or political influence.
Degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions. Transcripts, degree evaluations and cover letters may be uploaded with your application. Applicants who obtained their education outside of the United States and its territories are expected to assume responsibility for having their academic degrees validated as equivalent to a degree conferred by a regionally accredited college or university in the United States.
Please make sure you complete the application in full. Resumes may be uploaded with your application, but will not be accepted in lieu of a fully completed application and will not be considered for qualifying credit. "See Resume" or "See Attachment" will NOT be accepted.
If multiple applications are submitted to an individual position, only the most recent application received prior to the posting closing date will be accepted. Applications must be submitted by 5:00 PM on the closing date.
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Positions in the Division of State Operated Healthcare Facilities shall be subject to pre-employment drug testing and criminal record background checks. Also, the use of tobacco products of any kind including vapor products are prohibited from our campuses. All employees are required to adhere to the facility's Vaccination Policy.
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Salary : $39,312 - $46,852
