Health Care Technician I - Patient Liaison (Nutritional Services) - Cherry Hospital

Agency Dept of Health and Human Services Division Cherry Hospital Job Classification Title Health Care Technician I (S) Position Number 65020760 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 primary purpose of this position is to serve as a liaison between the Nutritional Services Department and the patients of Cherry Hospital. This position will be responsible for obtaining and maintaining patient food preferences in the Meal Tracker system, assisting the Clinical Dietitians with various tasks and conducting quality and accuracy audits on patient profiles and meal service. Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences * This position is being reposted. Previous applicants need not reapply, as all previously submitted applications are still being considered* Salary Range: $31,200 - $46,348 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: Basic knowledge of dietetics, teaching strategies and positive behavior support people with severe cognitive deficits. Ability to follow clinical orders, work independently and as a member of a team. Ability to communicate effectively, professionally, and with an even-tempered demeanor with individuals, staff and others. Ability to learn behavior management and supportive counseling techniques. Ability to communicate observations and recommendations effectively in written and verbal form. 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. Candidates must now meet the minimum qualifications of a position if they meet the minimum education and experience listed on the vacancy announcement. 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 recei