Health Care Technician II - Central Regional Hospital

Agency Dept of Health and Human Services Division Central Regional Hospital Job Classification Title Health Care Technician II (S) Position Number 60044144 Grade MH02 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 CRH is seeking to hire a Health Care Technician II to function as a Psychosocial Treatment Coordinator. The primary purpose of the Psychosocial Treatment Coordinator is to provide assistance to PST staff as they provide oversight of patients and assist in monitoring patient location throughout the day. PST Coordinators are responsible for tracking the location of patients who are arriving to or leaving the treatment mall as well as monitoring patients while they are attending Treatment Mall groups. This position primarily is responsible for adult patients but may also work with child and adolescent units as required. Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences Salary Range: $32,444.00 - $48,665.00 Recruitment Range: $39,312.00 - $48,665.00 *A Sign-on bonus of $2,500 may be offered to the successful applicant(s) of this posting, contingent on Budget Approval. Candidates 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: Must demonstrate competency in therapeutic communication and de-escalating techniques. Must have good oral and written communication skills. Must be able to establish and maintain effective working relationships. Must demonstrate basic knowledge of trauma informed care as well as psychiatric disorders.  Conditional Requirements: Must successfully complete all required initial one-time trainings and hospital/clinical orientations.  Successful annual completion of hospital training, NCI training, discipline specific training for Health Care Technicians, and required departmental training. Successful completion of CPR certification every two years as well as any just-in-time training related to changes in hospital/departmental policies and/or corrective actions. This is a full-time position and is eligible for the full State benefits package including health insurance, paid sick/vacation/holidays, and retirement.  The normal working hours are Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. with some weekend. Flexibility is required to meet hospital needs. *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 . Compensation and Benefits : The state of North Carolina offers excellent comprehensive benefits.  Employees can participate in health insurance options, standard and supplemental retirement plans, and the NCFlex program (numerous high-quality, low-cost benefits on a pre-tax basis).   Employees also receive paid vacation, sick, and community service leave.   In addition, paid parental leave is available to eligible employees.   Visit the  NC DHHS Benefits and Wellness website  for more information.   About Central Regional Hospital (CRH ):  CRH is a State-of-the Art psychiatric hospital located in Butner, NC. Our location is ideal with four seasons, mild temperatures and provides an easy commute to the N.C. mountains or beaches. Butner possesses small town charm but is within 30 minutes of a major metropolitan area including Research Triangle Park, Raleigh, Chapel Hill, and Durham, NC. The people we serve are at the heart of our facility. Our team is critical to the mission of the hospital. We strive to create an environment in which every team member contributes to the overall success of the hospital to positively impact the lives of those around them and the individuals we serve. 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