Maintenance Therapy Associate (Health Care Technician II) - Murdoch Dev Cen at North Carolina Dept of Environmental Quality

, North Carolina, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

14 Aug, 26

Salary

48665.0

Posted On

16 May, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Patient Handling, Patient Transfer, Vital Signs Monitoring, Basic Computer Skills, Oral and Written Communication, Patient Progress Reporting, Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities Care, Physical Therapy Support, Occupational Therapy Support

Industry

Government Administration

Description

Agency Dept of Health and Human Services Division Murdoch Developmental Center Job Classification Title Health Care Technician II (S) Position Number 60050644 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 The primary purpose of the Physical and Occupational Therapy Department at Murdoch Developmental Center is to provide physical and occupational therapy services to people who live at Murdoch Developmental Center and to deliver appropriate intervention based upon the results of an evaluation. The Maintenance Therapy Associate is a non-licensed, on-the-job trained staff who administers maintenance therapy programs and activities to people with intellectual and developmental disabilities as instructed by Physical and Occupational Therapy personnel. This position provides non-skilled therapy to improve, maintain and/or decelerate a decline in functional mobility. The Maintenance Therapy Associate participates in other related healthcare duties in support of the Center’s mission. This Position Is Designated As Mandatory And Must Report Or Stay Over During Adverse Weather Events. Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences ***This is a repost. Previous applicants will NEED to reapply to be considered for position. Minimum Education & Experience has been updated.*** 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: Ability to handle and manipulate multiple physically involved people. Ability to lift, transfer and physically manage a variety of people. Ability to move to/from and work at higher and lower surfaces. Basic computer skills. Ability to recognize patients’ vital signs. Ability to report patient progress through oral and written communications. Ability to work effectively with patients of various ages, mental competence and physical disabilities. Experience working with people with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities. Exposure to Physical or Occupational Therapy practices in a healthcare setting. Special Condition for Continued Employment - As required, listing as a Nurse Aide I by the North Carolina Division of Health Service Regulation. This Position Is Designated As Mandatory And Must Report Or Stay Over During Adverse Weather Events. Work Schedule: This position typically works Monday through Friday, 8-hour-days (i.e. 7:30 a.m-4:30 pm, 8:00 am – 4:30 pm) This position also requires flexibility as needs arise. *Eligibility for Sign-on Bonus* To qualify 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, applicants 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 below: https://vimeo.com/268881255 Supplemental Contact Information: 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. Application Process Be sure to complete the application in its entirety. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing this application. Information should be provided in the appropriate areas, to include the following: Education, including high school and all degrees obtained, Work Experience, and Certificates & Licenses. It is critical to our screening and salary determination process that applications contain comprehensive candidate information. Answers to Supplemental Questions are not a substitute for providing all relevant information within the body of your application. To receive credit for the supplemental questions, you must provide supporting information within the "Work Experience" section of the application, to support your answers. If multiple applications are submitted to an individual posting, only the most recent application received prior to the closing date will be accepted. Applications must be submitted by 11:59pm prior to 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. Upon the closing date, applications are "Under Review" and will be screened by Human Resources for the qualified applicants. The hiring process may take several weeks. Degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions. Transcripts and degree evaluations may be uploaded with your application. The State of North Carolina/Office of State Human Resources uses the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) as a referral resource for applicants who need to have their credentials certified as equivalent. For a list of organizations that perform this specialized service, please visit the NACES membership website at https://www.naces.org/members. 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. Applicants will be communicated 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 (919) 575-1115. 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. Necessary Special Requirements 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. Recruiter: Lakeitra Dionne Coulter Email: talentacquisition@dhhs.nc.gov North Carolina State Government is one of the state’s largest employers, with over 76,000 employees all working toward a common goal: a safer and stronger North Carolina. We are a large organization comprised of various agencies, offices, and universities, each providing important public services. Eligible state employees are entitled to comprehensive benefits, including a variety of leave options, professional development opportunities, insurance, and more. To learn more about the benefits of being a North Carolina state employee, visit the N.C. Office of State Human Resources' website. Permanent, temporary, and time-limited state government jobs can be found from the mountains to the coast. Find your next opportunity today! State Application Resources/Frequently Asked Questions Valuing Education and Experience The State of North Carolina values the knowledge and experience of our jobseekers and current state employees. Approximately 91 percent of state job classifications allow experience to be substituted for education or do not require a post-secondary degree. Learn more about how you may qualify for a position through education or directly related experience, or a combination of both, with the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide. All job postings close at 11:59pm the night before the End Date on the posting. Introduce yourself to our recruiters and we'll get in touch if there's a role that seems like a good match. If you are already a state employee, please search for jobs by clicking here.

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Responsibilities

Administer maintenance therapy programs and activities to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities as directed by licensed personnel. Provide non-skilled therapy to improve or maintain functional mobility and support general healthcare duties.