Vocational Health Care Technician I

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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 Health Care Tech I (Vocational Trainer) is to ensure safety and quality active treatment for the residents of JIRDC through direct program/service development and implementation during the day program with the oversight of the Vocational Program Director and the Vocational Teacher. The Vocational Trainer is responsible for the supervision and training of groups of residents who receive day services in the Vocational Enrichment program, and must be skilled in person-centered philosophies, skill assessments, program design, program implementation and incidental teaching strategies. The Vocational Trainer is responsible for writing and conducting teaching programs as specified in resident person-centered plans, for maintaining documentation of resident progress and for writing monthly progress notes. The Vocational Trainer is responsible for planning the schedule of activities during the day program as well as providing training for residents during mealtimes and for implementing training for groups of residents addressing the skill areas of self-care, vocational, communication, community living and functional academics. The Vocational Trainer is responsible for writing work programs, collecting data on resident objectives, writing monthly progress notes, monitoring and analyzing performance data of residents and presenting data at resident's person-centered plan meetings. The Vocational Trainer must be physically and mentally capable of providing eight hours of care and training to individuals with severe intellectual and physical disabilities. The position requires the ability to comprehend and implement verbal and written directions including residents' person-centered plans. The Vocational Trainer must be capable of clearly communicating information in writing and must be able to accurately observe and record information. The Vocational Trainer must react quickly under stressful situations to keep residents safe. This position will work one late evening per week. This position is designated Mandatory and must report or stay over during adverse weather events. This is a repost of position . All previous applicants are still under consideration and do not need to reapply. Salary Grade MH01; Recruitment Range $31,200.00 - $42,061.00 Position - Vocational Enrichment Program - 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 here to see what our facility is all about, then click here 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. 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. One year of 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.) 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. 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. 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 . 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 . 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 found here.

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