Health Care Technician I - Permanent Part-Time

State of North Carolina; North Carolina; On-site; USD 14,000 - 23,000; Part time

Job summary

The J. Iverson Riddle Developmental Center seeks dedicated individuals for the role of Health Care Technician I, where you'll provide essential direct care to individuals with intellectual disabilities. This entry-level position offers training opportunities and a role in improving the lives of those you serve. With a commitment to service and support, join us in making a difference while working in a support-driven community.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or General Educational Development diploma required.
• Ability to learn techniques to aid individuals with disabilities.
• Must demonstrate communication skills and ability to follow instructions.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct care services to individuals with developmental disabilities.
• Assist with training, activities, and basic care.
• Carry out programs to encourage independent living.

Skills

Communication

Ability to follow instructions

Learning techniques for program goals

Working with individuals with disabilities

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Description of Work

Start your career in direct care with J. Iverson Riddle Developmental Center! No experience? No problem! Our Health Care Technician I positions are entry level with the starting salary of $33,592.00/annually.
Join our team today and begin making a difference!
The primary purpose of this position is to provide direct care services to individuals with intellectual / developmental disabilities, some of whom have behavior problems and/or medical conditions. Services are in the form of training, activities, & assisting with basic care. In addition to direct care, the position carries out goaled programs to encourage independent functioning in all aspects of daily living.
To be considered for employment the applicant must be in good standing with the NC Health Care Personnel Registry. Employee will be required to successfully complete training through our Staff Development department which includes, but is not limited to NCI (North Carolina Intervention), CPR, Body Mechanics and lifting. The HCT I position requires frequent lifting and bending.

This position is designated Mandatory and must report or stay over during adverse weather events.
As of January 1, 2025, the new salary range will be $14,874.00 - $22,310.00.

Salary Grade MH01: Recruitment Range $15,600.00 - $22,310.00

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60048536	Summit/Hemlock - 2nd shift (3:00 pm - 11:30 pm), 3 to 4 days per week & every other weekend
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About J. Iverson Riddle Developmental Center:

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.
Make a living. Make a difference. Make this home.

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information about the wonderful area we call Home.

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.

• Demonstrated ability to communicate orally and/or in writing and/or to follow instruction

Management preferences:

• Demonstrated ability to learn techniques for carrying out program goals

• Ability to work with individuals who have multiple disabilities.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements

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 oshr.nc.gov/experience-guide for details.

High school or General Educational Development diploma; 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.

For current State employees, please note that as a of June 1, 2022, promotional priority and RIF priority will be based on the new salary/pay grade.

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.

The DHHS Division of Human Resources (DHR) follows the State Human Resources Employment of Relatives Policy. Applicants who have relatives or people living in the same household, will not be considered for job vacancies in the DHR at those locations. For a complete definition of immediate family member, please see the State Human Resources Workforce Planning, Recruitment and Selection Policy, Section 2, Page 38.

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.

Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information regarding the status of your application over the phone. To check the status of your application, please log in to your account. You will either receive a call to schedule an interview or an email notifying you when the job has been filled.

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.

For technical issues with your application, please call the NeoGov Help Line at 855-524-5627. Applicants will be communicated with via email only for updates on the status of their application. If there are any questions about this posting other than your application status, please contact HR at 828-438-6552.