Description of Work
- SIGN -ON BONUS NOW BEING OFFERED*** A Sign-on bonus of $2,500.00 for the successful applicant(s) of this posting.
- See eligibility for Sign-on Bonus below in the Supplemental and Contact Information section.
The classroom-based trainer Il is responsible for providing educational services during the day program. The CBTR Il is responsible for implementing training for groups of residents addressing the skill areas of self-care, vocational, communication, community living and functional academics. The CBTR Il is responsible for writing goaled programs and collecting data on resident objectives and for writing monthly progress notes. The CBTR Il is responsible for completing assessments and for communicating any needs for the day placement to the teacher who is assigned to oversee that site and for collaborating with the teacher to ensure appropriate services and schedules are carried out as prescribed.
This position is assigned to work with a primarily dually/diagnosed population with varying skills and/or behavior issues to assist with social skills, self-care skills and any other community-readiness skills as determined by the teacher and/or resource center director.
The remainder of the job responsibilities involve providing basic care to residents and performing miscellaneous duties as needed, including toileting, dressing, meal coverage, floor coverage, etc. Because most residents in the Lakeside area are not totally independent in basic care skills, all staff must assist when necessary. Examples include cleaning toileting accidents that occur during training times when other staff are not available; assisting with hygiene; assisting medical staff with treatments, etc.
The Trainer Il (Classroom Based) must be a role model to all support staff and as such, must understand person-centered philosophies, ICF-IDD standards, J. Iverson Riddle Developmental Center Policies and Procedures, and state of the art services for people with developmental disabilities. The Trainer lI (Classroom Based) must be able to work with a variety of professional and paraprofessional staff. They must be organized and able to produce an appropriate volume of work within set timeframes. They must be able to work without direct daily supervision and be able to react quickly under stressful situations to keep residents safe. The Trainer Il (Classroom Based) must be able to accurately observe and record information.
Salary Grade MH02; Recruitment Range $39,312.00 - $46,852.00
Position 60048701 - Professional Services/Dogwood Resource Center, 1st shift (7:30 am - 4:00 pm), 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.
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Knowledge, Skills and Abilities / Competencies
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 implementing programs, treatment goals, and/or person-centered philosophies/plans
- Employee will be required to successfully complete training through our Staff Development department which includes, but is not limited to NCI, CPR, Body Mechanics and lifting
- Frequent lifting and bending required
- To be considered for employment the applicant must be in good standing with the NC Health Care Personnel Registry
- The applicant must pass the physical requirements test
Must be capable of providing eight hours of care and training to individuals with severe intellectual and physical disabilities. Must react quickly under stressful situations to keep residents safe. Must be able to accurately observe and record information.
Physical Requirements
Must be capable of assisting with walking, lifting, feeding, etc. This position will require some seated activities as well as some non-seated activities. Visual acuity to attend to resident safety.
Management Prefers
Required minimum training is two years of experience providing direct services to people with developmental disabilities in health care or related area; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
The Trainer II (Classroom Based) would need to successfully complete required training/classes and be certified in NVCIF. The position may require a NC class C van license in order to provide training in a variety of locations. Previous experience in classrooms or workshops serving people with developmental disabilities and/or mental health diagnoses would be helpful.
- basic math skills of adding, dividing, calculating percentages, and averaging
- observe resident performance and give feedback
- good verbal communication skills
- written communication skills
- visual skills to ensure resident safety, perform supervisory responsibilities, and to communicate effectively with residents and staff
- an ability to stay organized and to work without direct daily supervision
The Trainer II (Classroom Based) uses pre-designed computer programs for Center correspondence and to enter progress notes. Visual skills are required to ensure resident safety, perform supervisory responsibilities, and to communicate effectively with residents who do not use verbal language to express themselves.
The Health Care Technician II (Classroom Based) would need to successfully complete required training/classes and be certified in NVCIP classes. The position may require a NC class C van license in order to provide training in a variety of locations. Previous experience in classrooms or workshops serving people with developmental disabilities would be helpful.
Minimum Education And Experience Requirements
High school or General Educational Development diploma and one year of related experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Degrees must be from appropriately accredited colleges or universities.
Supplemental and Contact Information
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 855-524-5627. 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 828-438-6552.
NOTE: For temporary, contract or other supplemental staffing appointments: There are no paid leave, retirement or other benefits associated with these appointment types.
For Permanent And Time-limited Appointments
Eligible employees have benefits that include employee health insurance options, standard and supplemental retirement plans, NC Flex (a variety of high-quality, low-cost benefits on a pre-tax basis), and paid vacation, sick, and community service leave, to name a few. Paid parental leave is available for eligible employees. Some benefits require 30 + hours work/week for participation.
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Do you have a high school diploma / GED? (This information is required to be reflected on your application so please check the application again before submitting.)
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How many years of experience do you have working in a training setting for people with intellectual disabilities? (This experience MUST be documented, in detail, in the Work Experience section of your application in order to qualify.)
- None
- Less than 1 year
- 1 - 2 years
- 2 - 3 years
- 3 - 4 years
- More than 4 years
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How many years experience do you have implementing goals? (This experience MUST be documented, in detail, in the Work Experience section of your application in order to qualify.)
- None
- Less than 1 year
- 1 -2 years
- 2 - 3 years
- 3 - 4 years
- More than 4 years
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How many years experience do you have in data collecting and writing progress note? (This experience MUST be documented, in detail, in the Work Experience section of your application in order to qualify.)
- None
- Less than 1 year
- 1 - 2 years
- 2 - 3 years
- 3 - 4 years
- More than 4 years
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Are you available to work Monday - Friday from 7:30 am - 4:00 pm?
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Where did you learn about DHHS or this opportunity?
- Company or OSHR Website
- Employee Referral
- Professional Association or Industry-specific job board
- Conference / Career Fair
- LinkedIn
- Other Social Media
- Theater Advertisement
- Internet Advertisement
- TV / Radio
- Indeed
- Other General Job Boards
- Google
- Other Search Engines
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Please give additional detail where you learned of DHHS or this opportunity. (e.g., APA Annual Meeting in NYC in May 2018, Facebook, Doximity, NC Substance Abuse Professional Practice Board, etc.)