Health Care Technician II
About The Position
This supervisory Health Care Technician II position is located at Alpine Cottage at Murdoch Developmental Center and reports to the Unit Manager. As a lead worker, the HCT II monitors the care provided by Health Care Technician I staff and gives feedback as needed. The position provides direct care to people with intellectual and developmental disabilities, some of whom may have behavioral problems or medical conditions. Services include behavioral programming, habilitative training and activities, and assistance with necessary health care needs. The role also provides direct personal care and carries out program goals that encourage independent functioning in all aspects of daily living. Murdoch Developmental Center is a 24/7 state residential facility serving people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. All employees are designated as essential for adverse weather and emergency events. Normal hours for this position are 2:30 p.m. to 11:00 p.m., including holidays and every other weekend, with some flexibility required to meet the center’s needs.
Requirements
- High school diploma or General Educational Development diploma and one year of related work experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Experience working with multi-handicapped individuals, including knowledge of basic health care, hygiene, and safety.
- Knowledge of approved behavioral intervention programs.
- Must be in good standing with the North Carolina Health Care Personnel Registry.
- As required, listing as a Nurse Aide I by the North Carolina Division of Health Service Regulation; as applicable, listing as a Nurse Aide II by the North Carolina Board of Nursing; and as applicable, North Carolina Emergency Medical Technician certification. The posting states that Nurse Aide I certification is not required for this position.
- Must adhere to the facility’s Vaccination Policy.
- Pre-employment drug testing and criminal record background checks apply.
- Tobacco products of any kind, including vapor products, are prohibited on campus.
- Normal schedule includes second shift, holidays, and every other weekend; some flexibility is required.
Responsibilities
- Monitor care provided by Health Care Technician I staff and provide feedback as needed.
- Provide direct care services to people with intellectual and developmental disabilities, including people with behavioral problems or medical conditions.
- Deliver behavioral programming, habilitative training and activities, and assistance with health care needs.
- Provide direct personal care.
- Carry out program goals that encourage independent functioning in all aspects of daily living.
- Serve as an essential employee during adverse weather and emergency events.
Benefits
- A sign-on bonus of $2,500 may be offered, contingent on 2025–2026 budget approval and final eligibility determination. Eligible permanent full-time or permanent part-time new hires working 30 to 40 hours per week may qualify; the bonus is prorated for eligible employees working fewer than 40 hours per week.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
