Youth Program/education Assistant Ii - Child And Adolescent Programming - Central Regional Hospital

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Butner, NC, US
Base: $41,407.00 - $62,111.00; bonus: up to $3,000...
Experience caring for children with psychiatric disorders
Ability to manage verbally or physically aggressive behaviors
Ability to drive an 8-passenger van
The primary purpose of this position is to provide extracurricular services as part of Child and Adolescent Programming within a state psychiatric hospital

Job Summary

  • The primary purpose of this position is to provide extracurricular services as part of Child and Adolescent Programming within a state psychiatric hospital.
  • Candidates are preferred if they have experience in the care of children with trauma, intellectual delays, or behaviors that may be verbally or physically aggressive.
  • This full-time position offers a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, retirement plans, and a potential $3,000 sign-on bonus contingent on budget approval.

Matching Summary

The primary purpose of this position is to provide extracurricular services as part of Child and Adolescent Programming within a state psychiatric hospital.

Salary

Base: $41,407.00 - $62,111.00; Bonus: Up to $3,000 sign-on bonus (contingent on budget); Benefits: Full State benefits package including health insurance and retirement

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Experience caring for children with psychiatric disorders
  • Ability to manage verbally or physically aggressive behaviors
  • Ability to drive an 8-passenger van
  • Current valid driver's license required
  • CPR certification and Nurse Aide I or II listing

Nice-to-have

  • Ability to mentor and lead lower level staff
  • Experience planning classes and sports activities
  • Willingness to work occasional weekends
  • Ability to obtain a CDL license
  • Flexibility to meet hospital needs during adverse weather

Key Requirements

  • Associate's Degree in human services plus two years experience OR High School diploma plus four years experience
  • CPR certification required prior to direct patient care
  • Listing as a Nurse Aide I or Nurse Aide II by NC Division of Health Service Regulation
  • Must successfully complete initial trainings and hospital orientations
  • Must pass pre-employment drug testing and criminal record background checks

Work Rights

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