Active Treatment Coordinator - Caswell Developmental Center

Agency

Dept of Health and Human Services

Division

Caswell Developmental Center

Job Classification Title

Human Services Provider Prog Coord II (NS)

Position Number

60053284

Grade

NC09

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

Active Treatment Coordinators will provide instruction that is consistent with state/federal regulations which promotes growth and learning in self-care, dining, domestic, communication/socialization, money management, and functional academics for individuals with intellectual developmental disabilities.

Assesses skills on an ongoing basis for an assigned caseload using various assessment tools and develops annual evaluations documented in EPIC for interdisciplinary teams. Conducts baseline assessments, monitors performance, and creates objective plans, educational activities, and instructional strategies to support learning and skill development. Analyzes instructional data, documents progress or regression in EPIC, and adjusts teaching strategies to meet individual learner needs. Provides training, modeling, and oversight to Educational Developmental Assistants (EDAs) and Direct Support staff on instructional objectives, data collection, and documentation requirements. Develops curriculum, educational activities, and schedules while collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to create and revise habilitation plans, active treatment programs, and individual life plans. Designs supportive learning environments and oversees instructional service delivery to promote independence based on each learner’s strengths, needs, preferences, and learning style.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences

Salary Range: $41,206.00 - $72,113.00

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:

• Knowledge of concepts, practices, and instructional techniques utilized for individuals with autism, developmental disabilities and behavior management strategies.

• Knowledge of supervisory and management skills, including staff monitoring, instructional competencies, timekeeping abilities and proven leadership skills.

• Effective communication both oral and written and the ability to maintain effective working relationships. Ability to work cooperatively with a diverse group of team members. 

• Proven ability to be task oriented, flexible, to plan, prioritize, and organize work, manage time wisely, recognize and resolve problems and issues as necessary.

• Experience in evaluation, instructional techniques and creating instructional objectives and educational activities for individuals with intellectual developmental disabilities, Autism and Severe/Profound Cognitive Disabilities, experience using staff performance tools such as NCVIP along with knowledge and experience using ICF/IID Regulations, DHHS policies and procedures and EPIC

Physical Requirements (ADA)  Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects; Other: Stooping, Kneeling, Crouching, Reaching, Standing, Walking, Pushing, Pulling, Lifting, Grasping, Feeling, Talking, Hearing, Repetitive Motions, Visual Acuity, Inside/Outside Activities.

Work Hours: 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM

Minimum Education and Experience

Some state job postings say you can qualify by an “equivalent combination of education and experience.” If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide for details.

Bachelor’s degree in a human services or related field from an appropriately accredited institution and two years of experience providing professional or direct services (either paid or volunteer) in a setting that serves individuals with disabilities.

EEO Statement

The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs, observances, and practices.

Recruiter:

Lynn Cullipher

Email:

[email protected]