Health Care Technician

State of North Carolina; North Carolina; On-site; USD 31,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

An exceptional opportunity awaits at a leading treatment facility in North Carolina for a Health Care Technician I / CNA. This rewarding role involves supporting patients as they work towards their treatment goals, managing the environment through close observation, and assisting with daily living skills. The position offers flexibility with various shifts, ensuring a dynamic work experience. Join a dedicated multi-disciplinary team committed to making a difference in the lives of individuals with substance use disorders. Comprehensive benefits and a sign-on bonus are available for eligible applicants, making this an attractive career choice.

Benefits

Health insurance

Retirement plans

Paid vacation

Sick leave

Paid parental leave

Community service leave

Qualifications

• Effective communication in oral and written form.
• Accurate completion of procedures and documentation.

Responsibilities

• Support patients in achieving treatment goals.
• Manage the milieu through observation and interaction.
• Assist patients with daily living skills.

Skills

Effective communication

Documentation accuracy

Professional demeanor

Microsoft Word proficiency

Microsoft Excel proficiency

Education

High school diploma or GED

Nurse Aide I listing

Job description

As of January 1, 2025, the new salary range will be $31,200-$44,621.00.

*** SIGN-ON BONUS ***

A Sign-On Bonus of $2,000.00 for the successful applicant(s) of this posting.

See "Eligibility for Sign-On Bonus" below in the Supplemental and Contact Information section.

Julian F. Keith Alcohol & Drug Abuse Treatment Center in Black Mountain has an exceptional opportunity for a Health Care Technician I / Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA). If you are looking for a rewarding career working as part of a multi-disciplinary team that changes lives, please consider this opportunity at JFK-ADATC.

This posting is for multiple vacancies. The advertised position number may be for recruiting purposes only.

The primary responsibilities of the Health Care Technician I / CNA are to:

• Support our patients as they work toward the goals and objectives of their individual treatment plans.
• Manage the milieu on each unit through close observation and interaction with all patients.
• Assist patients with daily living skills.
• Other duties as delegated by and completed under the supervision of a Registered Nurse.

This posting is for multiple vacancies. The Health Care Technician I will work one of the following:

8-hour days (6:45am - 3:15 pm) some holidays, weekends, and overtime; flexibility required.

12-hour days (6:45am - 7:15 pm) some holidays, weekends, and overtime; flexibility required.

8-hour evenings (2:45pm – 11:15pm) some holidays, weekends, and overtime; flexibility required.

8-hour nights (10:45 pm – 7:15 am) some holidays, weekends, and overtime; flexibility required.

12-hour nights (6:45pm - 7:15 am) some holidays, weekends, and overtime; flexibility required.

This position is designated Mandatory and must report or stay over during adverse weather events.

About the facility:

JFK is a 68-bed inpatient treatment facility designed to meet the needs of adults with substance use disorders from the 44 westernmost counties in North Carolina. The facility treats individuals with substance abuse and psychiatric diagnoses. JFK is accredited by the Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations as a Behavioral Health facility and certified by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services as an inpatient psychiatric hospital.

About NC Department of Health and Human Services:

The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) serves the needs of the most vulnerable of North Carolinians. We hire dedicated and caring individuals to provide the best clinical care. Finding qualified professionals is a challenge as demand grows. We seek motivated individuals committed to our mission.

Compensation & Benefits:

The State of North Carolina offers comprehensive benefits, including health insurance, retirement plans, the NCFlex program, paid vacation, sick leave, community service leave, and paid parental leave for eligible employees. For more info, visit our State Benefits webpage.

Please complete your application fully. Only information on the application will be considered. Work history and education must be included; "See Resume" or attachments are not accepted as substitutes.

Applicants must demonstrate:

• Effective communication in oral and written form
• Accurate completion of procedures and documentation
• Professional and even-tempered demeanor
• Courteous work relationships
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel

If "equivalent combination of education and experience" appears, you may qualify through either education or experience or a combination. See the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide.

Minimum requirements include:

High school diploma or GED; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Special condition: Listing as a Nurse Aide I by NC Division of Health Service Regulation.

The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Due to application volume, application status updates are via email only. Check your email for updates regarding interviews or job status.

All positions require pre-employment drug testing and criminal background checks.

This is a tobacco-free environment. Tobacco and vapor products are prohibited on campus. Employees must adhere to vaccination policies.

For technical issues, contact NeoGov Help Line at 855-524-5627. For questions about this posting, contact Human Resources at 828-257-6238.

**Eligibility for Sign-on Bonus**

Qualified applicants selected from this posting may receive a sign-on bonus if they meet the following:

1. Work 30-40 hours/week; prorated for less hours.
2. Not have held a state government, judicial, or UNC system position in the last 12 months.
3. Not have previously received a sign-on bonus from any State agency.
4. Not have paid recruitment fees.

The bonus is contingent on budget and eligibility at hire. More info here.