Developmental Technician II - Caswell Developmental Center

State of North Carolina; North Carolina; Sur place; USD 32 000 - 49 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Sign-on bonus $2,500 contingent on 202

Résumé du poste

State of North Carolina’s Caswell Developmental Center seeks a Health Care Technician II to support the well-being and development of residents. You will implement habilitation plans, assist with daily living activities, and participate in training and classroom tasks to promote independence.

Responsibilities include transportation, documentation, and teamwork with staff. A driver’s license is preferred, with a sign-on bonus possible depending on budget and eligibility.

Qualifications

• Requires High school diploma or GED and 1 year related experience.
• Knowledge of approved behavioral intervention programs preferred.
• Valid North Carolina driver’s license preferred.

Responsabilités

• Ensure physical and emotional well-being of assigned individuals.
• Implement clients’ habilitation and training plans.
• Assist with personal care, home living, socialization, leisure and safety.
• Assist in teaching daily living and other skills.
• Assist in classroom and other training areas.
• Transport individuals to activities, classes and appointments.
• Shop for individuals as needed.
• Provide emergency treatment for seizures or accidents.
• Perform housekeeping duties and maintain records.

Connaissances

Behavioral interventions

Medication administration

Notes documentation

Family and team communication

Independence and teamwork

Driver's license

Formation

High school diploma or GED

One year related work experience

Equivalent education/experience

Description du poste

Agency

Dept of Health and Human Services

Division

Caswell Developmental Center

Job Classification Title

Health Care Technician II (S)

Position Number

60052748

Grade

MH02

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

Ensure the physical and emotional well-being of assigned individuals. Implementation of clients’ habilitation and training plans. Assist with personal care, home living, socialization, leisure and safety of individuals. Assist in teaching daily living and other skills. Assist in classroom and other training areas. Transportation of individuals to activities, classes and appointments. Shopping with and for individuals. Assist in providing emergency treatment for seizures, accidents, etc. Housekeeping chores as specified. Record keeping and documentation.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences

**This is an anticipated vacancy.**

Salary Range: $32,444.00 – $48,665.00

A Sign-on bonus of $2,500 may be offered to the successful applicant(s) of this posting, contingent on the 2025-2026 Budget Approval.

Candidates now meet the minimum qualifications of a position if they meet the minimum education and experience listed on the vacancy announcement.

The Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs) / Management Preferences are not required. Applicants who possess the following skills are preferred:

• Knowledge of approved behavioral intervention programs.
• Working knowledge of the needs of the population served, appropriate protocols for medication administration when required and document clear and concise notes of client progress and behaviors.
• Ability to communicate information clearly to family members and team members and relate positively to individuals to assure needs are being met.
• Ability to work independently and as a member of a team and maintain professional and even-tempered demeanor in work relationships.
• A Valid North Carolina driver’s license.

Physical Requirements:
Ability to lift a minimum of 50 pounds on a regular basis (6-8 times daily) and be able to stoop, bend, walk, run short distances (50 yards) and climb stairs without limitations of a permanent nature to provide adequate supervision of the assigned population in the home.

This Position Is Designated As Mandatory And _ Must _ Report Or Stay Over During Adverse Weather Events.

Work Location: Sunset Village/103 Kendall

Work Hours: 6:00 AM - 2:30 PM, Wednesday - Thursday

**Eligibility for Sign-on Bonus**

To qualify for the Sign-on Bonus, a newly hired permanent full-time or permanent part-time employee must work 30 to 40 hours per week to be eligible. Those who are eligible and working less than 40 hours a week will receive a prorated rate.

An employee is not eligible for a sign-on bonus if:

• The employee has held a position in the North Carolina State government, including the judicial system, or the University of North Carolina system, within the last 12 months (the employee shall remain ineligible for 12 months from the separation date)
• The employee has previously received a sign-on bonus from any State agency
• DHHS has paid any contract placement or recruitment fees.

All Sign-on Bonuses are contingent upon budget and final eligibility determination as of the effective date of hire. Additional information regarding the Sign-on Policy can be found here.

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. Please click on the following link—https://vimeo.com/185000006—to experience how Caring is Contagious at Caswell Developmental Center.

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. 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.

High school or General Educational Development diploma and one year of related work experience;

or

an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Special Condition for Continued Employment As required, listing as a Nurse Aide I by the North Carolina Division of Health Service Regulation. As applicable, listing as a Nurse Aide II by the North Carolina Board of Nursing. As applicable, North Carolina Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) certification.

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.