IDD Provider Specialist - RT

Lakesregional; Waxahachie (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Loan Forgiveness Program

Employer-Cost Sharing of Health Insurance

Employer-Paid Short-Term Disability Insurance

Pet Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Employer-Paid Term Life Insurance

Employer-Match Retirement Contributions

Optional Dental, Vision, Life and Long-Term Disability Insurance

Wellness Program

2 Weeks Paid Vacation per Year

2+ Weeks of Paid Sick Leave Per Year

Tuition discounts for select Colleges

Job summary

Lakesregional in Waxahachie, TX, is seeking compassionate individuals to implement therapeutic programs for those with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The role involves direct care services and daily documentation in compliance with safety standards.

We offer extensive employee benefits, including loan forgiveness, health insurance sharing, and paid vacations. Candidates must possess high school education, and knowledge of therapeutic techniques is preferred. This is an opportunity to contribute meaningfully to enhancing the lives of individuals in need.

Qualifications

• Must have six months of any type of work experience.
• Prefer working computer skills including MS Word and Excel.
• Knowledge of therapeutic techniques for intellectual and developmental disabilities.

Responsibilities

• Implement therapeutic programs and evaluate effectiveness.
• Provide direct care services, including personal hygiene and mobility aid.
• Documentation of services and compliance with safety procedures.

Skills

Assessment and evaluation

Therapeutic techniques knowledge

Communication skills

Basic computer skills

Education

High School or better in Other or related field

Tools

MS Word

Excel

Job description

Waxahachie
102 W Parks Ave
Waxahachie, TX 75165, USA

Responsibilities

• Implementation and evaluation of therapeutic programs for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, planning individual activities
• Liaison with individual's Provider Care Coordinators, and family members.
• Daily completion of documentation of services, complying with safety procedures and assist with monitoring facility and vehicle maintenance.
• Serves as a member of the interdisciplinary team, as requested.
• Provides direct care services to include assistance and training with personal hygiene, food preparation, feeding, mobility, community access, recreation, leisure activities, and maintenance of basic health care needs.
• Provision of training and assistance with all activities of daily living, including administration and monitoring of medications, housekeeping, transportation, and other individualized goals.
• Implements behavior management programs, and provides emergency behavior or health-related interventions, as necessary.
• Fosters a productive, clean, comfortable, and safe environment for individuals; and serves as a positive role model for those we serve.

Other Requirements

• Must be able to assess and evaluate classroom effectiveness and implement changes as indicated.
• Must have six months of any type of work experience.
• Must be knowledgeable of therapeutic techniques and modalities of working with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
• Exercise independent judgment, be able to work with minimal supervision and communicate effectively with individuals and co-workers.
• Prefer working computer skills including MS Word and Excel.

Employee Benefits at Full Time Include

• Loan Forgiveness Program
• Employer-Cost Sharing of Health Insurance (Includes 50% of Elected Dependent Coverage)
• Employer-Paid Short-Term Disability Insurance
• Pet Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employer-Paid Term Life Insurance
• Employer-Match Retirement Contributions (up to 5% of Base Salary)
• Optional Dental, Vision, Life and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Wellness Program
• 2 Weeks Paid Vacation per Year with Graduating Accrual Rate
• 2+ Weeks of Paid Sick Leave Per Year
• Tuition discounts for select Colleges

Education

High School or better in Other or related field.

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