Health Care Technician I (J Iverson Riddle Developmental Center)
About the role
The primary purpose of this position is to provide direct care services to individuals with intellectual / developmental disabilities, some of whom have behavior problems and/or medical conditions. Services are in the form of training, activities, & assisting with basic care. In addition to direct care, the position carries out goaled programs to encourage independent functioning in all aspects of daily living.
Responsibilities
- Provide direct care services to individuals with intellectual / developmental disabilities, some of whom have behavior problems and/or medical conditions.
- Train individuals in various activities and assist with basic care tasks.
- Implement and carry out goaled programs to promote independent functioning in daily living activities.
Requirements
To be considered for employment the applicant must be in good standing with the NC Health Care Personnel Registry. Employee will be required to successfully complete training through our Staff Development department which includes, but is not limited to NCI (North Carolina Intervention), CPR, Body Mechanics and lifting.
Qualifications
The HCT I position requires frequent lifting and bending.
Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences
- Demonstrated ability to communicate orally and/or in writing and/or to follow instruction.
- Demonstrated ability to learn techniques for carrying out program goals.
- Ability to work with individuals who have multiple disabilities.
Benefits
A Sign-on bonus of $2,000 may be offered to the successful applicant(s) of this posting, contingent on the 2025-2026 Budget Approval.
Pay
Salary Range: $31,200.00 – $46,348.00
Schedule
- 8 Hour Shifts
- 1st Shift (7:00 am - 3:30 pm)
- 2nd Shift (3:00 pm - 11:30 pm)
- 2nd Shift (12:00 pm - 8:30 pm)
- 3rd Shift (11:15 pm - 7:15 am).
- 12 Hour Shifts
- 1st shift (7:00 am - 7:30 pm)
- 3rd shift (7:00 pm - 7:30 am)