Active Treatment Coordinator - Caswell Development Center

Health & Human Services; Kinston (NC); On-site; USD 41,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) Caswell Developmental Center is hiring an Active Treatment Coordinator. The role provides instruction aligned with state regulations to promote skills in self-care, dining, communication, and daily living for individuals with intellectual development disabilities.

Responsibilities include creating annual evaluations and developing curricula. The position requires a bachelor’s degree in a human services field and two years of relevant

Qualifications

• Knowledge of concepts, practices, and instructional techniques for individuals with disabilities.
• Effective communication both oral and written and ability to maintain relationships.
• Ability to work cooperatively with a diverse team and manage time effectively.

Responsibilities

• Assess skills on an ongoing basis and create annual caseload evaluations.
• Develop curriculum, educational activities, and instructional sessions.
• Model, observe, and monitor instructional sessions to promote independence.
• Analyze responses to instruction and document progress in EPIC.
• Design learning environments aligned with individual learning styles.

Skills

Instructional techniques

Communication skills

Leadership skills

Disabilities knowledge

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in human services or related field

Tools

EPIC

Job description

Agency Dept of Health and Human Services Division Caswell Developmental Center Job Classification Title Human Services Provider Prog Coord II (NS) Position Number 60053440 Grade NC09

About Us The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is one of the largest, most complex agencies in the state, and has approximately 17,000 employees. It is responsible for ensuring the health, safety, and well-being of all North Carolinians, providing human service needs for special populations including individuals who are deaf, blind, developmentally disabled, and mentally ill, and helping poor North Carolinians achieve economic independence.

Description of Work

The Active Treatment Coordinator provides instruction that is consistent with state/federal regulations which promotes growth and learning in self-care, dining, domestic, communication/socialization, money management, and functional academics for individuals with intellectual development disabilities. This position assesses skills on an on-going basis to create an annual evaluation for an assigned caseload utilizing a variety of assessment tools and strategies. The Active Treatment Coordinator develops curriculum, educational activities, model, observe and monitor instructional sessions. This position analyzes/interprets responses to instruction (data), documents progress/regression in EPIC and design learning environments that best meets learning styles and promote independence.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences

Applicants who possess the following skills are preferred: Knowledge of concepts, practices, and instructional techniques utilized for individuals with autism, developmental disabilities and behavior management strategies. Knowledge of supervisory and management skills, including staff monitoring, instructional competencies, timekeeping abilities and proven leadership skills. Effective communication both oral and written and the ability to maintain effective working relationships. Ability to work cooperatively with a diverse group of team members. Proven ability to be task oriented, flexible, to plan, prioritize, and organize work, manage time wisely, recognize and resolve problems and issues as necessary. Experience in evaluation, instructional techniques and creating instructional objectives and educational activities for individuals with intellectual developmental disabilities, Autism and Severe/Profound Cognitive Disabilities; Experience with NCVIP, ICF/IID Regulations, EPIC and DHHS policies and procedures.

Salary Range

$41,206.00 - $72,113.00

Physical Requirements

Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Other: Stooping, Kneeling, Crouching, Reaching, Standing, Walking, Pushing, Pulling, Lifting, Grasping, Feeling, Talking, Hearing, Repetitive Motions, Visual Acuity, Inside/Outside Activities. Per G.S. 126-5(cl) (37), this position is Exempt from all provisions of NC General Statute Chapter 126 (State Human Resources Act) with the exception of Articles 6 and 7. This Position Is Designated As Mandatory And Must Report Or Stay Over During Adverse Weather Events.

Work Location

Education Services

Work Hours

7:00 AM – 3:30 PM

About Caswell Developmental Center

Caswell Developmental Center, serving as North Carolina's Eastern Region resource center, provides specialized residential, programmatic, and support services for individuals with developmental disabilities. The individuals we serve are at the heart of our facility. Our team is critical to the mission of the facility. We strive to create an environment in which every team member contributes to the overall success of the Center to positively impact the lives of those around them and the individuals we service. If you are looking to make a difference and seeking a rewarding career, we encourage you to consider this opportunity.

Supplemental Contact Information

DHHS uses the Merit-Based Recruitment and Selection Plan to fill positions subject to the State Human Resources Act with the most qualified individuals. Hiring salary will be based on relevant qualifications, internal equity, and budgetary considerations pertinent to the advertised position. Positions in the Division of State Operated Healthcare Facilities shall be subject to pre-employment drug testing and criminal record background checks. To be considered for employment, an applicant must be in good standing with the Health Care Personnel Registry and other licensing boards/agencies. 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.

Minimum Education and Experience

Some state job postings say you can qualify by an “equivalent combination of education and experience.” If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide for details. Bachelor’s degree in a human services or related field from an appropriately accredited institution and two years of experience providing professional or direct services (either paid or volunteer) in a setting that serves individuals with disabilities.

EEO Statement

The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs, observances, and practices.

State Application Resources/Frequently Asked Questions

Valuing Education and Experience The State of North Carolina values the knowledge and experience of our jobseekers and current state employees. Approximately 91 percent of state job classifications allow experience to be substituted for education or do not require a post-secondary degree. Learn more about how you may qualify for a position through education or directly related experience, or a combination of both, with the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide. All job postings close at 11:59pm the night before the End Date on the posting. Introduce yourself to our recruiters and we'll get in touch if there's a role that seems like a good match. If you are already a state employee, please search for jobs by clicking here.