Education Developmental Assistant (EDA) Meal - Caswell Developmental Center

Agency

Dept of Health and Human Services

Division

Caswell Developmental Center

Job Classification Title

Educational Developmental Assistant (S)

Position Number

60053310

Grade

NC01

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

The Educational Developmental Assistant (EDA) Meal serves as the person responsible to ensure that the implementation of each prescribed diet for breakfast, lunch, dinner and any substantial snack is prepared and served as scheduled, within the designated time frame, at the prescribed temperatures, and according to the prescribed individualized textures.

The EDA Meal serves as a lead trainer in the kitchen setting, focusing on the meal program to help individuals build independence in skills such as meal preparation, dining, kitchen safety, food texturizing, and grocery storage. This role involves providing specialized instructional training, activities and mentoring support staff in the kitchen, and dining environments.

The EDA Meal assists teachers and active treatment coordinators in assessing individual strengths, needs, and preferences to support the development of effective training objectives and activities. The EDA Meal serves as positive and supportive role model for the individuals and support staff and assists them with learning how to conduct training programs or generalization of skills related to dining and domestic activities in the dining area and maintaining accurate documentation of progress. The EDA Meal also prepares meals according to seasonal menus and individualized recommendations from registered dietitians, occupational therapist, speech therapist, physicians and other health professionals. Weekly grocery inventories are completed to align with menu needs, and input is provided for ongoing program needs and improvement.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences

Salary Range: $31,200.00 – $48,810.00

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:

• Competencies in Reading comprehension, measurements and critical thinking are required for this position.
• Culinary execution (knife skills, cooking methods, recipe adherence, food texturizing), sanitation and safety knowledge, temperature control, equipment proficiency, time management, problem solving and receptive and expressive communication skills are needed to be successful in this position.
• Meal Preparation and cooking skills are essential for this position. Attention to detail and ability to focus and concentrate on details are needed for success in this position. Basic knowledge of prescribed diet orders, specialized food consistencies, dietary restrictions and a working knowledge of characteristics of people with developmental disabilities, autism, mental illnesses and medical frailties.
• Practical applications of behavioral intervention techniques are essential. Ability and skills to establish rapport, build relationships and relate to the population served, and a variety of service disciplines (social workers, doctors, psychologists, teachers, nurses, physical therapists, speech therapists, occupational therapists, dietitians) to observe behavior and communicate observations and recommendations effectively in oral and written form.
• Ability to communicate effectively, work harmoniously and to understand the importance of the role in the achievement of meaningful days, quality of life and success for the individuals on their caseload.

Physical Requirements: 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, Fingering, Grasping, Feeling, Talking, Hearing, Repetitive Motions, Visual Acuity, & Inside and Outside Activities.

This Position Is Designated As Mandatory And Must Report Or Stay Over During Adverse Weather Events.

Work Location: Education Department

Work Hours: 7:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m./Every Other Weekend

About Caswell Developmental Center:

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 Developmental Center.

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. To be considered for employment, an applicant must be in good standing with the Health Care Personnel Registry and other licensing boards/agencies. 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 information.
• Answers to Supplemental Questions are not a substitute for providing all relevant information within the body of your application. To receive credit for the supplemental questions, you must provide supporting information within the "Work Experience" section of the application, to support your answers.
• If multiple applications are submitted to an individual posting, only the most recent application received prior to the closing date will be accepted. Applications must be submitted by 5:00 PM on the closing date.
• 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. Upon the closing date, applications are "Under Review" and will be screened by Human Resources for the qualified applicants. The hiring process may take several weeks.
• Degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions. Transcripts and degree evaluations may be uploaded with your application. The State of North Carolina/Office of State Human Resources uses the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) as a referral resource for applicants who need to have their credentials certified as equivalent. For a list of organizations that perform this specialized service, please visit the NACES membership website at https://www.naces.org/members.

Veteran’s and National Guard Preference

• Applicants seeking Veteran's Preference must attach a DD-214 Member-4 Form (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to their applications.
• Applicants seeking National Guard Preference must attach an NGB 23A (RPAS), along with the state application if they are a current member of the NC National Guard in good standing.
• Applicants who are former member of either the NC Army National Guard or the NC Air National Guard, with honorable discharge and six years of creditable service, must attach a copy of the DD 256 or NGB 22, along with the state application.

ADA Accommodations

Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA), DHHS is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, DHHS will ensure that people with disabilities, or known limitations covered by the PWFA, are provided with reasonable accommodation. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact the person indicated below.

Applicants will be communicated 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.

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.

High school or General Educational Development (GED) diploma and one year of experience working with students in an educational environment; -or- an equivalent combination of education and experience.

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]