Job Details
Salary: $17.00 Hourly
Location : Granville County, NC
Job Type: Temporary Part-Time
Job Number: 14310
Department: Office of State Human Resources
Division: Temporary Solutions
Opening Date: 11/14/2022
Job Class Title: Youth Program/Education Assistant I
Position Number: 14310
Section: DHHS
Salary Grade: TS
Description of Work
NOTE: If you are a current NC State Government employee, you will not be considered for a temporary assignment. Temporary Solutions cannot accommodate dual employment.
Individuals hired into a temporary State job must be fully qualified for the job. OSHR supports the Governor's Job Ready initiative and seeks to expand a temporary's skill set to enhance their qualifications for State government and private sector jobs. Exposure to an agency's culture, process, procedures, and potential learning opportunities can provide valuable experience to those who may ultimately seek permanent employment with the state.
This temporary position is located in Butner - Granville County. There are no leave or retirement benefits offered with this position. Visit www.nctemporarysolutions.com for employment information.
Job Order Hourly Rate of Pay: $17.00 (Based on education and/or years of relevant work experience reflected on the application)
This temporary position will be assigned to the Department of Health and Human Services - Murdoch.
Make a difference in the lives of children and adults who live with Autism and/or Intellectual developmental disabilities. Become a positive force in the fight for autism! Be the voice! Celebrate the breakthroughs and step up to the challenges of this complex condition.
Murdoch Developmental Center is currently accepting applications for Youth Program Education Assistant I's. Youth Program Education Assistant I's provide direct support and facilitate daily programming activities for intellectually/developmentally disabled children, teens, and young adults who exhibit extreme behavioral challenges. Job duties include but are not limited to:
Providing supervision and ensuring the safety of individuals
Assisting in educational and/or vocational programming
Facilitating indoor/outdoor leisure activities and encouraging participation
Crisis intervention which includes de-escalation of aggressive individuals and, at times, physical interventions
Facilitate goals in areas of grooming, hygiene, dining, and residential skills to promote independence Participate in Community outings
Assisting individuals in areas of daily living skills while promoting their independence
Transportation when needed for school, outings, appointments, etc.
Writing monthly progress notes for goals and recording behavior data
Meal preparation and following nutrition guidelines Coaching in areas of social skills, community safety awareness, problem-solving
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities / Competencies
(NOTE: Qualified applicants must meet and CLEARLY reflect on their application training and experience and all knowledge, skills, abilities and any experience or competencies specified in posting and/or supplemental question(s) to be considered. NOTE: "See Resume" is not acceptable to show work history.)
Experience working with individuals with intellectual/developmental disabilities and/or mental illness
Working knowledge of basic health care, hygiene, and safety
Proven ability to communicate effectively and follow both oral and written instructions
Proven ability to report information both orally and in writing
Current North Carolina State driver's license
Ability to obtain and maintain all facility-required training (CPI, CPR, First Aid, and other job-related training)
Management Preferences:
Previous experience providing support to individuals who exhibit extreme behavioral challenges that may escalate to physically aggressive behavior
Experience in utilizing de-escalation strategies with individuals
Demonstrated ability to implement behavior support plans
Prior experience in assisting individuals in educational and/or vocational programming
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements
Associate s degree in human services or related degree from an appropriately accredited institution; or
High school or General Educational Development (GED) diploma and two years of directly related experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Necessary Special Qualifications As required by the facility, CPR certification and listing as a Nurse Aide I or Nurse Aide II by the NC Division of Health Service Regulation are required prior to providing direct patient care.
Supplemental and Contact Information
Temporary Solutions
Office of State Human Resources
1110 Navaho Drive, Suite 200
Raleigh, NC 27609
NOTE: For temporary, contract or other supplemental staffing appointments:
There are no paid leave, retirement or other benefits associated with these appointment types.
For permanent and time-limited appointments:
Eligible employees have benefits that include employee health insurance options, standard and supplemental retirement plans, NC Flex (a variety of high-quality, low-cost benefits on a pre-tax basis), and paid vacation, sick, and community service leave, to name a few. Paid parental leave is available for eligible employees. Some benefits require 30 + hours work/week for participation.