Life Enrichment Specialist (Health Care Tech II)

State of North Carolina; North Carolina; On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A state-operated facility in North Carolina seeks a full-time Life Enrichment Specialist to enhance the quality of life for residents through meaningful activities. Ideal candidates have a High School diploma, experience in resident engagement, and strong communication skills. This role includes working weekends and a rotating schedule, with a commitment to maintaining professional integrity and providing compassionate care.

Benefits

Sign-On Bonus

Paid vacation and sick leave

Health insurance options

Paid parental leave

Qualifications

• High School or GED with one year of related experience.
• Demonstrated experience documenting resident activities.
• Ability to communicate positively and work both independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Provide residents with enjoyable activities based on their preferences.
• Ensure safety and well-being of residents during activities.
• Complete accurate documentation of services provided.

Skills

Documentation

Communication

Teamwork

Professionalism

Education

High School diploma

Tools

Microsoft 365 Suite

Job description

Description of Work

*** SIGN-ON BONUS NOW BEING OFFERED ****** A Sign-On Bonus of $2,500.00 for the successful applicant of this posting. ****** See "Eligibility for Sign-On Bonus" below in the Supplemental and Contact Information section. ***
Black Mountain Neuro Medical Treatment Center (BMNTC) is accepting applications for a full-time Life Enrichment Specialist (Health Care Technician II) to assist with involving our residents in meaningful and enjoyable activities. This position is part of the Life Enrichment Department which functions as a part of the interdisciplinary team process to provide quality of life opportunities for residents. Through services provided by the Life Enrichment team, we strive to meet the emotional, social, behavioral, cognitive, physical and aesthetic needs of our residents.

The Life Enrichment Specialist position does not require certification as a Nurse Aide I.
IMPORTANT NOTE: Please keep this in mind when completing your application. When we screen applications to determine whether the applicant is qualified for the position, we use the "Knowledge, Skills & Abilities" and the "Minimum Education & Experience Requirements." Please address each of these requirements, in as much detail as possible, within the body of your application. Your application will be considered incomplete if it lacks sufficient information for us to complete our screening and salary determination processes.

Usual Work Schedule:
8:30 A - 5:00 P
Monday – Friday
Rotating evening and weekend work is expected.

Flexibility is required for training/education purposes and to meet the needs of the facility.

This position is designated MANDATORY and MUST report or stay over during adverse weather events and/or other emergencies.


The Life Enrichment Specialist participates in various aspects of resident enrichment including, but not limited to, the following:

• providing residents with enjoyable and meaningful activities according to their life enrichment profiles, personal preferences, and individual needs and abilities
• interacting with residents in a manner that shows dignity and respect and ensuring the safety and well-being of the residents as they participate in activities by adhering to facility policies and procedures following the care plan recommendations, and utilizing techniques in resident's individual behavior plan
• collaborating with other disciplines including Recreational Therapy, Creative & Expressive Arts, Chaplain, Nursing, Occupational Therapy, etc.
• providing snacks and/or drinks during activities but only according to physician's orders and resident's individual plan of care
• ensuring activity areas, supplies, and life enrichment storage spaces are clean, neat, organized, and safe
• providing feedback and input to help evaluate initiatives, leisure activities, events, or special projects
• completing accurate, timely documentation in an electronic format that reflects the services provided to meet regulation from Centers for Medicare & Medicaid

ABOUT BLACK MOUNTAIN NEURO-MEDICAL TREATMENT CENTER:
Black Mountain Neuro-Medical Treatment Center is one of three state operated facilities serving adults with chronic and complex medical conditions that co-exist with neurodevelopmental or neurocognitive disorders often related to a diagnosis of severe and persistent mental illness or intellectual disability. The health and physical status of these residents require 24-hour supervision, daily nursing care, and assistance with activities of daily living.

OUR MISSION STATEMENT:
We are a specialized long-term care facility focusing on maintaining quality of life and dignity for adults with neurocognitive or neurodevelopmental disorders with coexisting complex medical and behavioral needs whose level of support extends beyond that which can be provided in family or community living settings. We are committed to providing individualized compassionate care delivered by highly skilled staff.

For more information about Black Mountain Neuro-Medical Treatment Center, please visit
Neuro-Medical Treatment Centers | NCDHHS

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities / Competencies

The successful candidate will return to the Work Experience section of the application and thoroughly document, in detail, that they possess the following:

• Demonstrated experience documenting resident’s activities and responses to activities
• Ability to communicate information clearly and relate positively to residents, families/responsible parties, staff, and others
• Ability to work independently and as a member of a team
• Ability to maintain professional and even-tempered demeanor in all BMNTC relationships

Management Preference:

• Ability to perform basic computer skills using the Microsoft 365 Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.)

To receive credit for all 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.

For tips and guidelines to keep in mind while completing your application, please visit https://oshr.nc.gov/work-for-nc/how-do-i-get-job.

KSA Terms
Basic Knowledge – implies familiarity with the basic principles and terminology of a field to work effectively in a limited range of work situations.

Intermediate Knowledge – implies sufficient knowledge of the subject to enable the employee to work effectively within a normal range of standard work situations with only general supervision.

Thorough Knowledge – The advanced comprehensive knowledge of the subject to enable the employee to work independently without direct supervision and to assume responsibility for the solution of unusual as well as commonplace work problems, advise on technical questions, and plan methods for difficult work situations. This degree of knowledge means that the work calls for a complete mastery and understanding of the occupational field.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements

The successful candidate will return to both the Education section of the application AND the Work Experience section of the application and thoroughly document, in detail, that they possess the following:

High School or General Educational Development Diploma and one year of related work experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.


Special Condition(s) 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.

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 Education and Experience Equivalency Guide | NC Office of Human Resources for details.

For tips and guidelines to keep in mind while completing your application, please visit https://oshr.nc.gov/work-for-nc/how-do-i-get-job.

Supplemental and Contact Information

NORTH CAROLINA STATE GOVERNMENT IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.
Positions in the Division of State Operated Healthcare Facilities are subject to pre-employment drug testing and criminal record background checks. The use of tobacco products of any kind, including vapor products, is prohibited from our campuses. All employees are required to adhere to the facility's Vaccination Policy.

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 receive either a call to schedule an interview or an e-mail notifying you when the job has been filled.

For technical issues with your application, please call the NEOGOV Help Line at 855-524-5627. If there are any questions about this posting, other than your application status, please contact HR at [phone].

ELIGIBILITY FOR SIGN-ON BONUS
Qualified applicants must be selected from the candidate pool of this posting and meet the State policy following requirements:

A newly hired permanent full-time or permanent part-time employee who works 30 to 40 hours per week is eligible for a sign-on bonus (this will be pro-rated for employees working less than 40 hours per week).

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

• the employee has held a position in 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;
• or, DHHS has paid any contract placement or recruitment fees.

This Sign-On Bonus is contingent upon budget and final eligibility determination as of the effective date of hire.

Additional information regarding the Sign-On Bonus Policy can be found here Sign-On and Retention Bonus Policy (nc.gov).

ABOUT NC DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES (DHHS):
The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) serves the needs of the most vulnerable of North Carolinians and, in order to accomplish this, we hire only the most dedicated and caring individuals. Finding qualified clinical professionals to treat and care for our clients is a continual challenge as demand for services grows and the availability of providers struggles to keep pace. We are seeking a motivated individual who is up for this challenge and is dedicated to our mission of providing North Carolinians with the very best in clinical care.

For more information about the NC Department of Health and Human Services, please visit NC DHHS: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS:
The state of North Carolina offers excellent comprehensive benefits. Employees can participate in health insurance options, standard and supplemental retirement plans, and the NCFlex program (numerous high-quality, low-cost benefits on a pre-tax basis). Employees also receive paid vacation, sick, and community service leave. In addition, paid parental leave is available to eligible employees.

For more information about compensation and benefits, please visit NC OSHR: Benefits.