Vocational Enrichment Instructor

Agency Dept of Health and Human Services Division EMPLOY , INDEP FOR PEOPLE W/DISAB - EIPD Job Classification Title Community Employment Program Specialist (S) Position Number 60055204 Grade NC06 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 This position is located in Wayne County at WorkSource East Training Facility in Goldsboro, NC. The primary purpose of this position is to prepare individuals with disabilities for the workforce by addressing specific academic needs/deficits and providing skills training that will increase their employability including academic, social, interpersonal and basic life management skills. Develop curriculum and training methods, identify tasks and write objectives for the class. Job Duties include: *Provide quality instruction and appropriate learning strategies to teach basic academic skills (math and reading), social, interpersonal, and basic life management skills. *Develop and provide accommodations as needed. *Ensure students meet goals and progress at a satisfactory rate. *Maintain a safe and orderly instructional environment in the classroom. *Model professional behaviors in the classroom. *Keep accurate student records and complete required documentation. *Provide feedback to case managers on client behavior/progress as needed. *Maintain accurate records on students’ grades and attendance. *Give tests and other assignments to judge students’ progress and additional needs. *Develop objectives and instructional activities for the class; continually assess/revise as needed to meet the needs of the students. *Collaborate with instructors in each vocational training area to determine the needs of students and create relevant training objectives. *Coordinate and lead student activities including Student Council, PRIME and other miscellaneous events that promote student interaction, advocacy and positive behaviors. Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences Salary Grade Range $35,596 - $62,294 Recruitment Range $35,596 - $60,000 Candidates now meet the minimum qualifications of a position if they meet the minimum education and experience listed on the vacancy announcement. Knowledge of teaching methods in an academic setting. Knowledge of basic academic skills (math and reading), social, interpersonal, and basic life management skills Posting closes at 11:59 p.m. the night before the closing date Position is funded in part through federal funds About Division of Employment and Independence for People with Disabilities (EIPD): The DHHS Division of Employment and Independence for People with Disabilities (EIPD) promotes employment and independence for people with disabilities through customer partnership and community leadership. EIPD helps people with disabilities achieve their goals for competitive employment and more independent living in communities statewide.  To learn more about EIPD: https://youtu.be/4QUy2w9B6AU . 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. Supplemental Contact Information : The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is an Equal Opportunity Employer that embraces an Employment First philosophy, which consists of complying with all federal laws, state laws, and Executive Orders.  We are committed to reviewing requests for reasonable accommodation at any time during the hiring process or while on the job.  For more information about DHHS:  https://www.ncdhhs.gov/ . 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. In accordance with the Governor’s Executive Order 303 , our agency supports second-chance employment for individuals who were previously incarcerated or justice-involved.  We invite all potential applicants to apply for positions for which they may be qualified. 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. Applicants  may  be subject to a criminal background check. All candidates selected for positions considered "Positions of Trust"  will be  subject