Health Care Technician 1

Agency

Dept of Health and Human Services

Division

Cherry Hospital

Job Classification Title

Health Care Technician I (S)

Position Number

65020830

Grade

MH01

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 Adult Admissions Unit is an inpatient unit serving individuals from the ages of 18 years of age and older. The objective of the admissions unit is to provide a safe and structured environment for crisis stabilization. This is an adult admissions unit. This position typically works Monday – Friday 8am-5pm however, may be assigned to other shifts as needed to meet the needs of the unit. Some of the duties of this position include but are not limited to: 1) administrative/ clerical tasks, 2) assist the Clinical Nurse Manager (CNM) to ensure sufficient documents are available, and also with accurate unit record keeping, 3) communication across disciplines and hospital departments via phone, email, and writing, 4) ensure patient safety, 5) direct patient care, 6) purposeful therapeutic communication with patients, and 6) assist the CNM to follow up with staff for compliance with required Cherry Hospital training.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences

Salary Range: $31,200 - $46,348

*A Sign-on bonus of $2,000 may be offered to the successful applicant of this posting, contingent on the 2025-2026 Budget Approval.

Candidates must 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 transfer written information accurately to various forms. 

• Knowledge of medical terms and abbreviations. 

• General office skills such as filing and telephone etiquette.

• Good communication and documentation skills

• Computer skills/Proficiency in Microsoft Office

*As a condition for continued employment: Must successfully pass all required parts of CPI’s Non-Violent Crisis Intervention.

This Position Is Designated as Mandatory and Must Report or Stay Over During Adverse Weather Events

Shift Premiums for 8- Hour Shifts:

• Day: Saturday and Sunday 5%
• Evening: Monday-Friday 10%, Saturday and Sunday 15%
• Night: Friday-Sunday 15%, Monday-Thursday 10%

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 the Facility:

Cherry Hospital is a State-of-the-Art Psychiatric hospital located in Goldsboro, North Carolina. Cherry Hospital serves the 38 most eastern counties of North Carolina with a mission to serve those with the greatest need and the fewest resources. We strive to create a healing environment in which every team member has opportunity to positively impact the lives of those around them and the individuals we serve. Learn more about our facility at https://www.ncdhhs.gov/divisions/state-operated-healthcare-facilities/facilities/state-psychiatric-hospitals. In addition to a very competitive salary, this opportunity offers an excellent benefits package, loan repayment opportunities, employment stability and rewarding professional opportunities.

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.

. Applications must be submitted by 11:59 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 members 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)947-7478.

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.

• Registered as a Nurse Aide by the State of North Carolina.
• High School Diploma or GED.

Must already have certification as a Nurse Aide I and be listed on the Division of Health Service Regulation Registry.

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:

Nya Ashantiana Watson

Contact:

DHHS Workday Support Form