Vocational Health Care Technician I

State of North Carolina; North Carolina; On-site; USD 31,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

The State of North Carolina is seeking a dedicated Vocational Health Care Technician I to provide individualized support and training for individuals in a vocational program. This position plays a critical role in enhancing independence and skill retention in a caring environment at the J. Iverson Riddle Developmental Center. The role involves aide in communication and community skills, ensuring safety and fostering a supportive community.

Benefits

Health insurance options

Paid vacation and sick leave

Paid parental leave

Qualifications

• Documented experience with carrying out training/goal programs.
• Experience working with individuals with disabilities.
• Ability to observe resident performance and give feedback.

Responsibilities

• Ensure safety and individualized job skill training.
• Support individuals in their career development process.
• Provide direct support and service implementation.

Skills

Basic math skills

Visual skills

Strong computer skills

Craft production knowledge

Strong program writing skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

***SIGN -ON BONUS NOW BEING OFFERED***
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.

The primary purpose of the Vocational Health Care Technician I position is to ensure safety and individualized job skill training for the individuals served in the vocational program through direct support and service implementation. The position involves supporting the individual in all aspects of his/her career development process including the integration of communication, social skills, and community referenced skills into their work routine. The Vocational Health Care Technician I is part of a team that provides supports based on individual identified needs/wishes/preferences/strengths and potential for learning. These supports are directed toward enhancing independence and retaining skills that maximize resident self-determination.

This is a repost of position 60048699. All previous applicants are still under consideration and do not need to reapply.

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

Salary Grade MH01; Recruitment Range $31,200.00 - $42,061.00

Position 60048699 - Residential Engagement/Vocational Enrichment, 1st shift (7:30a - 4:00p), Monday – Friday

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.

Click herehttps://vimeo.com/257210529 to see what our facility is all
about, then click herehttp://discoverburkecounty.com for more
information about the wonderful area we call Home.

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.

• Documented experience with carrying out training/goal programs.

Management Preferences:

• Documented experience working with individuals with disabilities.
• Basic math skills of adding, dividing, calculating percentages, and averaging
• Visual skills to ensure resident safety, perform supervisory responsibilities, and to communicate effectively with residents and staff.
• Craft production knowledge and creative ideas.
• Strong program writing and documentation skills.
• Strong computer skills.
• Knowledge of PPS system or other program tracking system.
• Strong craft production knowledge and creative ideas.
• Experience providing direct care or active treatment to individuals with developmental disabilities.
• Experience working with individuals with IDD in a vocational setting (training for an occupation and its skills.)
• Ability to observe resident performance and give feedback.
• An ability to stay organized and to work without direct daily supervision.

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 detail.

High school or General Educational Development diploma; or an equivalent combination of education and experience

Degrees must be from appropriately accredited colleges or universities.

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

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.

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.

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].

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.

**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 prorated for employees working less than 40 hours per week).

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

(1) 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);

(2) the employee has previously received a sign-on bonus from any State agency;

(3) 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 Policy can be foundhere.