Intermittent Therapeutic Program Worker

State of Ohio; Cambridge (OH); On-site; USD 25,685 - 36,582; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Coverage Available

Potential for overtime work

Job summary

A government agency in Ohio is seeking a Therapeutic Program Worker to support individuals with developmental disabilities. The role involves assisting with daily living skills and implementing therapeutic activities. Candidates should have a high school diploma and a valid driver’s license. Pay starts at $22.60 per hour, with medical coverage available. Join our team to make a significant impact in the lives of residents. Apply today and help create meaningful employment opportunities.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Valid driver's license with 5 or fewer points needed.
• No experience required.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct care assistance to residents with daily living skills.
• Implement active treatment activities for residents.
• Document any unusual incidents or reactions to medication.
• Perform light housekeeping duties in living areas.

Skills

Therapy/Therapeutical Services

Direct Support/Direct Care

Basic Documentation

Behavioral Health

Communications

Customer Service

Vehicle Operators

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Organization

Organization: Developmental Disabilities - Cambridge Developmental Center

Agency Contact Name and Information: [e-mail]

Unposting Date

Unposting Date: Ongoing

Work Location

Work Location: Cambridge Developmental Center 66737 Old 21 Road Cambridge 43725-8987

Primary Location

Primary Location: United States of America-OHIO-Guernsey County-Cambridge

Compensation: 22.60

Schedule

Schedule: Full-time

Work Hours: Variable

Union: OCSEA

Primary Job Skill

Primary Job Skill: Therapy/Therapeutical Services

Technical Skills: Basic Documentation, Behavioral Health, Communications, Customer Service, Vehicle Operators

Agency Overview

The Department of Developmental Disabilities (DDD) is a trauma informed care agency focused on implementing our core values and support to people with developmental disabilities. We oversee a statewide system of supportive services that focus on ensuring health and safety, supporting access to community participation and increasing opportunities for meaningful employment.

Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a Model Employer of Individuals with disabilities. The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws. To request a reasonable accommodation due to disability, please contact ADA Coordinator by email at [e-mail].

Job Description

Join Our Team!

Accepting applications for Therapeutic Program Worker

Starting Hourly Pay: 22.60

• Medical Coverage Available the 1st of the Month Following Start Date

What does a Therapeutic Program Worker do?

A Therapeutic Program Worker (TPW) is a direct care worker that helps residents with daily living skills and assists them with becoming more independent, to achieve their goals. Support given to the individual will vary based on each person’s needs and capabilities.

Key TPW Tasks

• Assists with eating, bathing, toileting, personal hygiene, oral hygiene, dressing, grooming, communication, money management, etiquette, and social skills
• Implements active treatment activities such as gym, pavilion, activity room and pool
• Assists with planning and shopping activities (e.g., shopping, vocational skills, hair appointments)
• Complete various daily, monthly documentation
  • Including documentation of any unusual incidents or reporting any reaction to medication
• Perform light housekeeping duties in the living areas
• Assists with redirecting unsafe actions to bring about positive outcomes

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Valid driver’s license with 5 or fewer points
• No experience required

Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a Model Employer of Individuals with disabilities. The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws. To request a reasonable accommodation due to disability, please contact ADA Coordinator by email at [e-mail]

Additional Information

Formal education in arithmetic that includes addition & subtraction & in reading, writing & speaking common English vocabulary. In Department of Developmental Disabilities, must also possess a high school diploma or equivalent. Pursuant to Chapter 5123:2-3-01(F) (1) (c). For positions that require operation of motor vehicle to transport consumers to recreational, educational &/or occupational activities, a valid driver’s license is required.

-Or equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications For Employment noted above.

Job Skills: Therapy/Therapeutical Services, Direct Support/Direct Care

Job Skills
Technical Skills Basic Documentation, Behavioral Health, Communications, Customer Service, Vehicle Operators

The State of Ohio is a drug-free Workplace which prohibits the use of marijuana (recreational marijuana/non-medical cannabis). Please note, positions may be subject to additional restrictions pursuant to the State of Ohio Drug-Free Workplace Policy (HR-39), and as outlined in the posting.

Supplemental Information

Unusual Working Conditions:

May be exposed to unpredictable resident behavior, must be able to bend, stoop, stand, lift, and run. Developmental centers operate 24/7, year-round.

Mandatory Overtime is Required of this Position.

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