Vocational Teacher

The Education Services Department at Caswell Developmental Center is organized into teaching teams that provides educational and vocational instruction as well as employment opportunities for individuals with intellectual developmental disabilities.  Instruction is provided in residential homes and kitchens, classroom/activity areas throughout the facility, and Vocational worksites on and off campus.

The primary purpose of this position is to provide instruction that is consistent with state/federal regulations which promotes growth and learning in self-care, dining, domestic, communication/socialization, money management, functional academics and work/vocational domains.

Duties include: 

• Evaluates utilizing a variety of assessment tools/strategies;
• Writes/presents evaluation results to an interdisciplinary team on assigned individuals; 
• Conducts baselines, assesses performance, documents responses, and writes objectives with specific techniques designed to promote learning and independence
• Interpret date/writes progress notes; 
• conducts training sessions/monitors training and revises strategies/time frames to best meet the needs of each learner;
• Develops curriculum and schedules;
• Participates on an interdisciplinary team to develop plans for
  habilitation, objective training, and active treatment schedules;
• Provides oversight of service delivery by in-servicing
  objectives/protocols, monitoring training/activities based on identified strengths, needs, and preferences;
• Designs learning environments/vocational sites that best meets learning styles and promotes independence;
• Provide supervision/oversight to paraprofessionals which may include EDA's, Job Coaches, and Direct Support staff.

Work Hours: 7:30 AM - 4:00 PM varied as needed
 Location: Vocational Services
 
 About the Department of Health and Human Services / Caswell Developmental Center: 
  The NC Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is one of the largest, most complex agencies in the state, with approximately 18,000 employees.  In collaboration with its partners, it is responsible for ensuring the health, safety and well-being of all North Carolinians.
 
  Caswell Developmental Center, serving as North Carolina's Eastern Region resource center, provides specialized residential, programmatic, and support services for individuals with developmental disabilities. The individuals we serve are at the heart of our facility.  Our team is critical to the mission of the facility.  We strive to create an environment in which every team member contributes to the overall success of the Center to positively impact the lives of those around them and the individuals we service. If you are looking to make a difference and seeking a rewarding career, we encourage you to consider this opportunity.   Please click on the following link  https://vimeo.com/185000006 to experience how Caring is Contagious at Caswell.To receive credit for all your work history and credentials, you must list the information on the application form. Any information listed under the text resume section or on an attachment will not be considered for qualifying credit. Qualified candidates must document on the application that they clearly possess all the following: 

• Knowledge of concepts, practices, and instructional techniques utilized for individuals with IDD;
• Knowledge of behavior strategies/intervention techniques;
• Experience evaluating performance levels and utilizing assessment instruments to interpret data;
• Ability to communicate effectively, orally, and in written form;
• Experience with computers: using word processing and Microsoft Excel;
• Ability to maintain effective working relationships, be flexible/task oriented, able to plan, prioritize, and organize work;
• Manage time wisely, recognize/resolve problems/issues as necessary.

Management Preference: Experience teaching (ID/MI) (Severe/Profound); knowledge and understanding of the Teacher Evaluation Process, NCVIP, ICF Regulations, DPI and DHHS policies and regulations, Outlook software, Fiori/LMS.

Physical Requirements;
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; stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, feeling, talking, hearing, repetitive motions, visual acuity, inside/outside activities.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 oshr.nc.gov/experience-guide for details.
 
Graduation from a university, Bachelor's degree or above in Special Education: Adapted Curriculum and/or Severe/Profound Mentally Disabled.

Possession of a current, non-expired Professional Standard II license issued by the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction

Provide a copy of current license with application.

Degrees must be from appropriately accredited colleges or universities   The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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.
 
The DHHS Division of Human Resources (DHR) follows the State Human Resources Employment of Relatives Policy.  Applicants who have relatives or people living in the same household, will not be considered for job vacancies in the DHR at those locations.  For a complete definition of immediate family member, please see the State Human Resources Workforce Planning, Recruitment and Selection Policy, Section 2, Page 38.
 
Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information regarding the status of your application over the phone. To check the status of your application, please log in to your account. You will either receive a call to schedule an interview or an email notifying you when the job has been filled. 
 
For technical issues with your applications, please call the NEOGOV Help Line at 855-524-5627. Applicants will be communicated with, via email only, for updates on the status of their application. If there are any questions about this posting other than your application status, please contact HR at (252) 208-4293.    

Compensation & Benefits: 
The State of North Carolina offers excellent comprehensive benefits.  Employees can participate in health insurance options, standard and supplemental retirement plans, and the NCFlex program (numerous high-quality, low-cost benefits on a pre-tax basis).  Employees also receive paid vacation, sick, and community service leave.  In addition, paid parental leave is available to eligible employees.  Visit website for State Benefits 

Salary : $46,200 - $76,128