Peer Mentor/Health Care Technician 2

Agency

Division

Job Classification Title

Health Care Technician II (S)

Position Number

Grade

MH02

About Us

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Description of Work

Responsible for conducting theu unit orientation, on-the-job precepting, providing one-on-one support, and the completion of unit-based non-nursing procedure Checklists for new HCT's. As a function of precepting new staff, the Peer Mentor/HCT II is responsible for providing direct observations resulting in the identification of needed remedial development and suppost as the new employee learns his/her job skills and successfully adjusts to the LNMTC work culture.

The Peer Mentor/HCT II, assists the Unit Nurse Manager (UNM) and Floor-Shift Supervisors (FSS) in the overall smooth operation of the unit. This includes maintaining a safe, sanitary, and homelike environment for residents, visitors, and staff. The Peer Mentor/HCT II is also responsible for assisting the Unit Nurse Supervisor in scheduling HCT I resident case assignments, monitoring for completion of assignments/implementation of care plans and special instructions by the HCT I's, and reviewing/auditing HCT I documentation for completion each shift. The Peer Mentor/HCT II may be responsible for scheduling, setting up, and leading unit-based leisure activities for residents. When not actively involved in the precepting of a new staff person, the Peer Mentor/HCT II will maintain a reduced resident care assignment. The Peer Mentor/HCT II may also be responsible for assisting the Unit Nurse Manager in scheduling staff in accordance with minimum staff ratios, filing resource needs, and preventing staff shortage as defined by Nursing Policy. This position is considered mandatory, which means that employees are required to report to work during adverse weather and emergency conditions.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences

Recruitment Range: $32,444 to $48,665

• Considerable knowledge of approved behavioral intervention programs and of the needs of the population served.

• Considerable knowledge of appropriate protocols for medication administration and possible side effects.

• Considerable knowledge of training principles.

• Ability to train and mentor adults in group and one-on-one setting and ability to effectively convey information to family members, individuals, and treatment team, under general supervision, in verbal and written forms.

• Ability to document clear and concise notes of client progress and behaviors.

Longleaf Neuro-Medical Treatment Center (LNMTC), located in Wilson, NC, is a state-operated certified Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF). With a staff of about 520, LNMTC provides support to approximately 200 residents with complex medical needs and/or co-existing neuro-cognitive disorders.

THIS POSITION IS DESIGNATED MANDATORY AND MUST REPORT OR STAY OVER DURING ADVERSE WEATHEREVENTS OR OTHER EMERGENCIES.

We Will Be Recruiting For Multiple Positions With This Post. Your Application Will Be Considered For All Noted Open Positions.

*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.

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 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. 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.

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. Special Condition for Continued Employment 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:

Qandeel Murshin Chandler

Recruiter Email:

[email protected]