YPEA II - Whitaker X

State of North Carolina

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About The Position

We are currently recruiting for a Youth Program Education Assistant II at Whitaker PRTF in Butner. This position provides psychiatric-mental health nursing care. Care includes but is not limited to the diagnosis and treatment of human responses to actual and potential mental and medical problems. Nursing also assumes the responsibility for planning, implementation, and evaluation of nursing care for the 18 residents residing at the Whitaker PRTF.

Requirements

• Candidates now meet the minimum qualifications of a position if they meet the minimum education and experience listed on the vacancy announcement.
• Must be able to obtain certification in NVCI/APT, and recertification as required, CPR with recertification annually, and Fire Safety Training annually
• This position is designated as mandatory and must report or stay over during adverse weather events.
• Associate’s Degree in human services or related degree from an appropriately accredited institution and two years of directly related work experience; or High school or General Educational Development diploma and four years of directly related work experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• As required by facility, CPR certification and listing as a Nurse Aide I or Nurse Aide II by the NC Division of Health Service Regulation required prior to providing direct patient care.

Nice To Haves

• Ability to establish good working relationships with paraprofessionals, professionals, residents, and parents
• Knowledge of practical application of task analysis and goal setting with BED/BEH residents
• Working knowledge of problems and needs of severely emotional and assaultive youth
• Ability to work and plan with clinical staff in assessing child behavior and planning and implementing treatment plans

Responsibilities

• Provides psychiatric-mental health nursing care.
• Diagnosis and treatment of human responses to actual and potential mental and medical problems.
• Planning, implementation, and evaluation of nursing care for the 18 residents residing at the Whitaker PRTF.

Benefits

• Eligible state employees are entitled to comprehensive benefits, including a variety of leave options, professional development opportunities, insurance, and more.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree