Adaptive Equipment Specialist - Murdoch Dev Center
State of North CarolinaAbout the role
Agency
Dept of Health and Human ServicesDivision
Murdoch Developmental CenterJob Classification Title
Adaptive Equipment Specialist (S)Position Number
60050838Grade
NC06About 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 collaborate with para-professionals and licensed professionals to design, fabricate and modify adaptive equipment and devices, inclusive of but not limited to special protective devices (i.e. helmets, arm and leg wraps, cuffs, mittens, restraints, etc…), mobility and positioning aids (i.e. wheelchairs, walkers, bathing/toileting chairs, wedges, belts, mechanical lifts, etc.), prescribed footwear and orthotic devices. This individual will also repair and deliver the aforementioned items as needed or requested and participate in inspection and inventory management of the same.This Position Is Designated As Mandatory And Must Report Or Stay Over During Adverse Weather Events.
Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences
Recruitment Range: $35,596.00 - $62,294.00
***THIS IS A REPOST. Previous applicants DO NOT need to reapply to be considered for position.***
The Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)/ Management Preferences are not required. Applicants who possess the following skills are preferred:
Basic carpentry skills, basic upholstery skills and good ability to use hand and power tools are necessary for this job due to the fine tolerances needed for special protective device fabrication and modification.
Basic arithmetic skills, including the addition and subtraction of fractions and currency.
The ability to follow verbal, written and sketched instructions.
Good oral and written communication skills.
Good organizational and record keeping skills.
Good critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
The ability to lift light to heavy loads.
Requires basic knowledge of Microsoft Office suite.
Experience working with intellectually and developmentally delayed people.
Physical Requirements: The ability to lift light to heavy loads.
Work Schedule: 8:00 am – 5:00 pm or 8:30 am – 5:00, or 8:00 am – 4:30 pm
About Murdoch Developmental Center:
Murdoch Developmental Center is a 24/7 state residential facility located in Butner, NC, near the Research Triangle area. Murdoch serves individuals with intellectual/developmental disabilities (I/DD). Murdoch is a caring community where professionals work with people of various ages, cognitive and functional abilities.
To be considered for employment, applicants must be in good standing with the North Carolina Health Care Personnel Registry.
To learn more about Murdoch Developmental Center, click the link to watch the video below: https://vimeo.com/268881255
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
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