Health Care Technician II - Murdoch

State of North Carolina; North Carolina; On-site; USD 32,000 - 49,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus $2,500

Job summary

State of North Carolina, Murdoch Developmental Center, is seeking a Health Care Technician II (S) for Briarwood Cottage, Unit 2, reporting to the Unit Manager. The role provides specialized direct services to adults with intellectual/developmental disabilities, including health care, personal care, and daily living activities, with supervisory responsibilities over HCT I staff.

Minimum qualifications include a high school diploma or GED and relevant Nurse Aide certifications; EMT certification

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED and one year of related work experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Nurse Aide I certification; Nurse Aide II certification; EMT certification.

Responsibilities

• Provides specialized direct services to adults with intellectual/developmental disabilities, including health care and daily living support.
• Supervises Health Care Technician I staff and provides feedback.
• All employees designated as ESSENTIAL for adverse weather and emergencies.

Skills

Nurse aide experience

Behavioral intervention knowledge

Health care hygiene and safety

Education

High school diploma or GED

Nurse Aide I certification

Nurse Aide II certification

EMT certification

Job description

Agency

Dept of Health and Human Services

Division

Murdoch Developmental Center

Job Classification Title

Health Care Technician II (S)

Position Number

60052083

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

Murdoch Developmental Center is currently recruiting for a Health Care Technician II located at Briarwood Cottage, Unit 2 and reports to the Unit Manager. This position serves as a Supervisory technician and monitors the care provided by the Health Care Technician I’s providing feedback to staff as needed. This position provides specialized direct services to adults with intellectual developmental disabilities, some of whom may have behavior problems and/or medical conditions in the form of behavioral programming, habilitative training/activities, and in assisting with necessary health care, personal care and all aspects of daily living.

ALL employees of Murdoch Center are designated as ESSENTIAL for adverse weather and emergency events.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences

Recruitment 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:

• Experience working with Multi-handicapped individuals having knowledge of basic health care, hygiene and safety.
• Knowledge of approved behavioral intervention programs

Necessary Required Training or Certification - 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.

This position DOES NOT require NA I certification.

Normal working hours are on 2ndShift 2:30p.m. - 11:00p.m., includingHolidays andevery other weekend . Some flexibility required to meet center’s needs.

Eligibility for Sign-on Bonus

Toqualify 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 Murdoch Developmental Center:

Murdoch Developmental Center is a 24/7 state residential facility located in Butner, NC, near the Research Triangle area. Murdoch serves individuals with intellectual/developmental disabilities (I/DD). Murdoch is a caring community where professionals work with people of various ages, cognitive and functional abilities. To be considered for employment, you must be in good standing with the North Carolina Health Care Personnel Registry.
To learn more about Murdoch Developmental Center, click the link to watch the video: https://vimeo.com/268881255

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.

Veteran’s and National Guard Preference

• Applicants seeking Veteran’s Preference must attach a DD-214 Member-4 Form (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to their applications.
• Applicants seeking National Guard Preference must attach an NGB 23A (RPAS), along with the state application if they are a current member of the NC National Guard in good standing.
• Applicants who are former member of either the NC Army National Guard or the NC Air National Guard, with honorable discharge and six years of creditable service, must attach a copy of the DD 256 or NGB 22, along with the state application.

ADA Accommodations

Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA), DHHS is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, DHHS will ensure that people with disabilities, or known limitations covered by the PWFA, are provided with reasonable accommodation. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact the person indicated below.