Health Care Tech - CNA Class - Cherry Hospital

Job Overview

Title: Health Care Technician I (S)

Agency: Division of State Operated Healthcare Facilities

Location: Cherry Hospital, Goldsboro, North Carolina

Grade: MH01

• Provide facilitative services and quality care for the welfare, safety, and security of individuals at Cherry Hospital.

• Observe, interact, and provide ongoing feedback to individuals under the direction and supervision of a Registered Nurse.

• Work with the interdisciplinary/treatment team and provide input on each individual’s care and condition.

• Engage individuals diagnosed with psychiatric and/or developmental conditions, managing unpredictable, maladaptive, and aggressive behaviors.

• Implement specific interventions identified in the individual’s comprehensive treatment plan.

• High school diploma or GED, or equivalent education/experience.

• Basic knowledge of psychiatric, intellectual disabilities, medical, or related conditions.

• Basic knowledge of dietetics, sanitation, and personal hygiene.

• Ability to work independently and as a team member.

• Must successfully pass all required parts of CPI’s Non‑Violent Crisis Intervention upon continued employment.

• Preferred:
  Nurse Aide I certification by the North Carolina Division of Health Service Regulation (training provided if not certified).

Salary Range: $35,360 - $38,688

Recruitment Range: $31,200 - $44,261

Sign‑On Bonus: Up to $15,000 for new hires between June 1 – August 31 2026 (subject to budget).

Shift Premiums:

• Day shift (Saturday & Sunday): 5%
• Evening shift (Monday‑Friday): 10%;
  Saturday & Sunday: 15%
• Night shift (Friday‑Sunday): 15%;
  Monday‑Thursday: 10%
• Eligibility requires 30‑40 hours a week for the sign‑on bonus; prorated for fewer hours.

Employees receive comprehensive benefits, including leave options, professional development, insurance, loan repayment opportunities, and a stable work environment.

Cherry Hospital is a state‑of‑the‑art psychiatric hospital located in Goldsboro, serving the eastern counties of North Carolina. It focuses on creating a healing environment where teams have the opportunity to positively impact patients.

The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and provides a work environment free from unlawful discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. Reasonable accommodation is available for employees and applicants with disabilities or pregnancy‑related needs.

Name: Anita Graham Joyner

Email: ANITA.JOYNER.GOV