Health Care Technician I (Temporary)

NC Office of State Human Resources; North Carolina; On-site; USD 23,419 - 26,174; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance eligibility for 30+ hours per week

Job summary

NC Office of State Human Resources is hiring a Health Care Technician I for a temporary position in Goldsboro, North Carolina. The role involves providing direct care and person-centered support to residents with complex needs, along with completing Nursing Assistant assignments. Candidates must be certified as a Nursing Assistant and possess a high school diploma or equivalent.

The position offers an hourly pay range of $17.00 - $19.00 based on experience. CPR and CPI training are required upon employment. This role is essential and includes various shift premiums for weekend and evening work.

Qualifications

• Certification as a Nursing Assistant, listed in good standing with the NC Health Care Personnel Registry.
• Knowledgeable in nursing care techniques and able to learn behavior management interventions.
• Ability to communicate observations and respect towards residents and co-workers.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct care and person-centered support to residents.
• Complete Nursing Assistant assignments ensuring independence in daily living activities.
• Meet health and safety needs per regulatory guidelines.

Skills

Nursing care techniques

Effective communication

Teamwork

Behavior management

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Nurse Aide I or II certification

North Carolina EMT certification

Job description

Job Title

Health Care Technician I (S) – Temporary position (Grade MH01) – Location: Goldsboro, Wayne County, NC

Responsibilities

• Primarily responsible for providing direct care and person-centered supports to residents with complex physical, intellectual, medical, and behavioral needs.
• Complete Nursing Assistant assignments while maintaining optimal gross and fine motor skills, ensuring activities of daily living such as mealtime, dressing, bathing, and grooming while supporting the highest level of practicable independence.
• Ensure all health and safety needs are met for assigned residents per regulatory guidelines and maintain confidentiality and compliance with HIPAA.
• Work schedules that include weekends, holidays, and mandatory reporting during inclement weather due to 24-hour service.

Shift Premiums

• Day Shift: Saturday and Sunday 5%
• Evening Shift: Monday-Friday 10%; Saturday and Sunday 15%
• Night Shift: Monday-Thursday 10%; Friday-Sunday 15%

Qualifications

• Certified as a Nursing Assistant and listed in good standing with the North Carolina Health Care Personnel Registry.
• Knowledgeable and skilled in nursing care techniques.
• Ability to communicate observations and recommendations effectively and accurately in written and verbal form.
• Ability to communicate in a respectful manner to residents, family or guardians, co-workers, and others.
• Ability to work independently and as a member of a team while maintaining a professional and pleasant demeanor in work relationships.
• Ability to learn behavior management interventions and support counseling relationships.

Minimum Education and Experience

High school or General Educational Development diploma; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Special conditions for continued employment include listing as a Nurse Aide I or II as required and North Carolina Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) certification as applicable.

Benefits

This is a temporary position; no leave or retirement benefits. Temporary employees working thirty or more hours per week may be eligible for health insurance coverage under the High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP). For more information on Health Benefits, visit www.shpnc.org.

Hourly Pay

Hourly Pay: $17.00 - $19.00 based on education and years of relevant experience.

Additional Requirements

Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and Crisis Prevention and Intervention (CPI) are required upon employment. This position is mandatory and must report or stay over during adverse weather events.

EEO Statement

The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing 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.