Working at DECI

Working at DECI can be a very rewarding experience.  Seeing individuals meet their potential and helping them achieve their vocational goals is gratifying.  DECI will use any resources it has available to make the best possible hiring decisions.  We want to hire staff who are generally good natured and hard working.  A lot of our jobs require a minimum of high school diploma or GED. Some services positions may require specialized training and/or a college degree.

DECI is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination against any applicant or employee on the basis of sex, race, color, national origin, creed, age, veteran status or disability.
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DECI is a drug-free workplace. We require drug screening and a criminal background check on all of our potential staff as part of our employment process. DECI also reserves the right to use random drug screening.

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​​CURRENT OPPORTUNITIES

Part-time Production Worker

Department Coordinator

Production Assistant (Temporary)

Production Associate - Part-Time

Environmental Associate

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Department Coordinator

M-F  8:15am - 4:15pm
​ESSENTIAL DUTIES, RESPONSIBILITIES AND EXPECTATIONS

• In cooperation with manager, coordinate all aspects and activities of department, through subordinates to utilize individuals’ skills and maximize results.  Provide supervision for all department staff. 
• Consult with manager to plan and execute long and short-term goals within the department.
• Responsible for specific assignments, job design, layout of work area, and review of job results.
• Follow applicable quality procedures and work instructions.
• Work cooperatively and professionally with DECI staff, clients and other contacts.  Maintain good public relations with customers and professional contacts.
• Schedule jobs and layout to efficiently use the staff, clients, department and the facility.
• Responsible for making sure sub-departments receive equipment, materials, and supplies as needed.
• Responsible for staff and client safety in the department.
• Responsible for physical condition of the department, equipment and supplies to include maintenance, safety and security.  Responsible for all documents, files, reports, assets and inventories in department.
• Work effectively with DECI staff and clients to achieve maximum rehabilitation and department goals; coordinate the efforts of supervisors and program staff to achieve the rehabilitation and normalization objectives established.
• Understand and interpret DECI, ISO and CARF policy and procedures to staff.
• Advise manager on staffing/personnel issues in accordance with legal standards and DECI procedures.
• Coach subordinates on improvement in work habits, productivity and quality of work.
• Advise manager on staff’s proficiency related to performance evaluation criteria and regular work and performance issues.
• Coordinate department schedule with manager.  Responsible for approving KRONOS time of subordinates and coordinating the completion of client ratings in assigned department.
• Recommend and participate in staff development activities to support staff development. 
• Focus on efforts to increase positive staff morale.
• May assist with persons with disabilities (includes restraining in an emergency, if NCI certified).
• Assist with locking up and securing building, as assigned.
• Other duties as assigned.

 
QUALIFICATIONS

• Associates degree in a related field (industrial management, business, etc.) or a minimum of five years in supervisory role in a similar industry.  Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Successful work experience in a manufacturing or production organization.
• Analytical, organizational, leadership, supervisory skills and problem solving abilities as evidenced by interview and past experience.
• Initiative and responsibility to deadlines and job demands will be important.  Flexibility to adapt to varied requests and interrupted schedules
• Excellent communication skills, ability to work cooperatively with all levels of individuals.  Ability to provide conflict resolution and remain unbiased
• .Demonstrated understanding of production schedules, production capacity of workgroups, organization of work areas, facilities, safety as well as ability to effectively apply this knowledge.
• Good math, recording, proof reading and writing skills.  Quality assurance experience.
• Physical ability to carry, move or lift at least 35 lbs. to demonstrate and/or perform production tasks.
• Fluency in English language.
• Valid driver license and reliable transportation.

APPLY IN PERSON OR ONLINE ONLY. 
1717 Lawson St, Durham, NC 27703
ww.deci.org

NO PHONE CALLED PLEASE. This post will be taken down when position is filled.

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Production Associate - Part-time

M-F – 27.5 hours per  week.  Hours are 8:20am-2:20pm or 10am-4pm.
​ESSENTIAL DUTIES, RESPONSIBILITIES AND EXPECTATIONS
Note: This position will work in production / assembly and may include sitting down and/or standing.

• Perform production tasks under close direction following detailed instructions. Perform well-defined routine duties according to quantity and quality goals. May require repeating motor actions for extended periods.
  
• Assist in keeping clean and orderly work area; maintain all property, equipment, tools and products in good condition.
  
• Follow applicable quality procedures and work instructions; always be aware of safety and immediately report any unsafe working conditions to the supervisor or administration. Report all accidents or incidents within 1 hour to supervisor or administration.
  
• Move and handle production supplies as required. Move and transport materials and finished product between work areas and dock areas as needed.  Load and unload trailers.
  
• Perform material handling duties under close direction requiring basic use of hand jacks, bailer, banding machine.
  
• Conduct repetitive inspections following standardized methods.  Visually inspect parts and kits for missing parts, defects, product damage or visual quality problems under direction & supervision.
  
• Counting and recording duties for verification purposes.
  
• Regular attendance is required.
  
• No education or experience required.  Some training is preferred.  Comprehensive training will be provided
  
• Ability to work cooperatively with staff and clients.
  
• Reading, counting, sorting, & recording skills.
  

APPLY IN PERSON OR ONLINE ONLY. 
1717 Lawson St, Durham, NC 27703
ww.deci.org

NO PHONE CALLED PLEASE. This post will be taken down when position is filled.

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Part-time Production Worker  27.5 hours a week

M-F 8:20 - 2:20pm   OR   10am - 4pm
​ESSENTIAL DUTIES, RESPONSIBILITIES AND EXPECTATIONS

• Perform production tasks under close direction following detailed instructions. Perform well-defined routine duties according to quantity and quality goals. May require repeating motor actions for extended periods.
• Assist in keeping clean and orderly work area; maintain all property, equipment, tools and products in good condition.
• Follow applicable quality procedures and work instructions; always be aware of safety and immediately report any unsafe working conditions to the supervisor or administration. Report all accidents or incidents within 1 hour to supervisor or administration.
• Move and handle production supplies as required. Move and transport materials and finished product between work areas and dock areas as needed.  Load and unload trailers.
• Perform material handling duties under close direction requiring basic use of hand jacks, bailer, banding machine.
• Conduct repetitive inspections following standardized methods.  Visually inspect parts and kits for missing parts, defects, product damage or visual quality problems under direction & supervision.
• Counting and recording duties for verification purposes.
• Regular attendance is required.
• Participate in DECI-sponsored training as assigned
• Other duties as assigned.

 
QUALIFICATIONS

• No education or experience required.  Some training is preferred.  Comprehensive training will be provided
• Ability to work cooperatively with staff and clients.
• Reading, counting, sorting, & recording skills.
• Physical ability to carry, move or lift at least twenty-five pounds; bend; crouch; kneel; stoop and walk
• Fluency in English language
• Reliable transportation

APPLY IN PERSON OR ONLINE ONLY. 
1717 Lawson St, Durham, NC 27703
ww.deci.org

NO PHONE CALLED PLEASE. This post will be taken down when position is filled.

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Environmental Associate


M-F  8:20am-2:20pm or 10am-4pm
ESSENTIAL DUTIES, RESPONSIBILITIES AND EXPECTATIONS

• Keep buildings in clean and orderly condition.
• Manual labor associated with the daily cleaning of buildings. Duties may include, and are not limited to, the following:
• Sweeping
• Wet and dry mopping
• Vacuuming
• Dusting furniture, walls, machines, and equipment
• Servicing, cleaning and supplying restrooms
• Cleaning windows, glass partitions, and mirrors, using soapy water or other cleaners, sponges, and squeegees
• Gathering and empting trash into dumpster for removal
• Cleaning and polishing furniture and fixtures
• Operating basic mechanical cleaning equipment
• Moving and handling cleaning supplies
• In addition the above, afternoon shift will perform heavier cleaning duties, such as:
  
• Stripping/polishing/sealing floors
• Shampooing rugs
• Washing walls and glass
• Routine maintenance
• Removing rubbish
• Working from a ladder as required 
• Assisting with adjustments and minor repairs to building systems
• Follow applicable procedures and work instructions; always be aware of safety and immediately report any unsafe working conditions to the supervisor or department coordinator
  Keep work area clean and orderly, maintain all property, equipment, tools and products in good condition
  Participate in DECI-sponsored training as assigned
  Other duties as assigned
  

QUALIFICATIONS

• No education or experience required.  Some training is preferred.  Comprehensive training will be provided
• Ability to work cooperatively with staff and clients
• Physical ability to carry, move or lift at least thirty-five pounds; bend; climb; crouch; kneel; stoop and walk
• Ability to exert yourself physically over long periods of time without getting winded or out of breath
• Fluency in English language
• Reliable transportation

APPLY IN PERSON OR ONLINE ONLY. 
1717 Lawson St, Durham, NC 27703
ww.deci.org

NO PHONE CALLED PLEASE. This post will be taken down when position is filled.

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Production Temporary

M-F 8:30am-4pm (With unpaid 30 minute lunch)
DECI is seeking dependable people to perform physical production work on a temporary basis.  Individuals who believe they are generally good-natured, respectful, responsible and available to work M-F without unexpected absences should contact one of the following Temporary Staffing Agencies for more details about temporary work at DECI:
S&L Staffing, Greensboro
Headway Staffing, Raleigh