Health Care Technician I - LNMTC

Description of Work Employees provide basic medical care and train and assist individuals in activities of daily living; assist in performing complex nursing care; and provide safe and secure environments. Employees may provide individuals training for home living, social communications, leisure, vocations, community living, and functional academics. Employees implement and stay current in the assigned individuals’ comprehensive/person‑centered treatment plans. Work involves providing ongoing observation, interaction, and feedback to individuals and reporting concerns to the appropriate professional program staff. Work also involves working with the interdisciplinary/treatment team and providing input on each individual’s care and condition. Work involves ongoing contact with individuals who may be diagnosed with a wide spectrum of psychiatric and/or developmental conditions that may include unpredictable behaviors, maladaptive, and potentially dangerous behaviors. Work may include providing custodial supervision to inmates. Work may involve other closely related duties including the administration of medications in prison facilities. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities / Management Preferences Basic knowledge of a variety of psychiatric, intellectual disabilities, medical and/or other related conditions. Basic knowledge of teaching strategies and positive behavior support for people with severe cognitive deficits. Ability to follow the treatment plans and/or clinical orders. Ability to communicate effectively with individuals, staff and others. Ability to learn behavior management and supportive counseling techniques. Salary Range and Sign‑on Bonus Salary Range: $31,200 – $46,348 *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 Longleaf Neuro‑Medical Treatment Center (LNMTC) Located in Wilson, NC, LNMTC is a state‑operated certified Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) with a staff of about 520, supporting approximately 200 residents with complex medical needs and/or co‑existing neuro‑cognitive disorders. This Position is Mandatory Position is designated mandatory and must report or stay over during adverse weather events or other emergencies. Shift Premiums for 8‑Hour Shifts Day: Saturday and Sunday 10% Evening: Monday‑Friday 20%, Saturday and Sunday 30% Night: Friday‑Sunday 30%, Monday‑Thursday 20% Shift Premiums for 12‑Hour Shifts Day (7:00 am‑7:30 pm): No Premiums Evenings/Night (7:00 pm‑7:30 am): Monday‑Friday 20%, Saturday and Sunday 30% Minimum Education and Experience High school or General Educational Development diploma; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Eligible for listing as a Nurse Aide I by the North Carolina Division of Health Service Regulation. Eligible for listing as a Nurse Aide II by the North Carolina Board of Nursing. Eligible for 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr