Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant (LPTA)

Texas Health and Human Services; Brenham (TX); On-site; USD 66,727 - 80,952; Full time

Job summary

Texas Health and Human Services in Brenham, TX is hiring a Registered Therapist II to implement treatment programs under a licensed therapist's guidance. This full-time role offers a salary range of $5,979.13 - $7,253.83 per month and entails various responsibilities, including administering habilitation programs and supervising staff.

Qualifications include an Associate's degree and relevant certifications. The position requires effective communication skills and the ability to work with individuals with disabilities.

Qualifications

• Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA), Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant (LPTA), or Speech Therapy Assistant able to practice in Texas.
• Experience working with people with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Administers individualized habilitation program plans.
• Implements treatment protocols to improve consumers’ level of function.
• Participates in conferences for treatment planning.
• Supervises the work of others.

Skills

Knowledge of evaluation, design, and fabrication of assistive/orthotic/mobility or communication equipment

Ability to learn/practice good team interaction and management skills

Ability to interact with individuals with dignity, trust, and confidence

Ability to demonstrate effective communication with individuals and families

Ability to teach team members treatment and functional activities

Ability to implement therapeutic programs

Education

Associate of Applied Science (AAS) or Associate of Science (AS) degree

Job description

Job Details

• Date: Jun 29, 2026
• Location: BRENHAM, TX
• Agency: Health & Human Services Commission (HHSC)
• Department: Physical Therapy
• Posting Number: 18480
• Closing Date: 08/28/2026
• Occupational Category: Healthcare Support
• Salary Range: $5,979.13 - $7,253.83 per month
• Salary Group: TEXAS-B-21
• Shift: Day
• Telework: Not Eligible
• Travel: Up to 5%
• Full Time/Part Time: Full Time
• FLSA Exempt/Non-Exempt: Nonexempt
• Facility Location: Brenham State Supported Living Center
• Job Location City: BRENHAM
• Job Location Address: 4001 S HWY 36
• MOS Codes: 230X, 42BX, 42NX, 42TX, 65A, 65B, 68F, 68L, HM, HN, HS, SEI12

Position Overview

Registered Therapist II applies professional knowledge to carry out appropriate treatment programs as established by a licensed therapist. Assists in the design and performance of designated therapy treatments under the direction of a licensed Therapist. Assists staff therapists in initial and periodic evaluation, supervises therapy activities and staff during the absence of the therapists, performs monitoring, treatments, in‑service instruction, and other duties in conjunction with the Physical Management Program. Completes appropriate documentation and assists in fabrication and maintenance of assistive equipment and adaptive/orthopedic equipment.

Essential Job Functions

• Attends work on a regular basis and may be required to work a specific or rotating shift schedule, extended shift and/or overtime in accordance with agency leave policy.
• Assists in habilitation testing, programming and reporting of clinical services.
• Administers individualized habilitation program plans.
• Implements treatment protocols to treat, improve, or maintain consumers’ level of function.
• Interviews individuals/staff and renders therapeutic treatments to consumers.
• Assists in provision of orthopedic equipment production, maintenance and repair program.
• Participates in conferences for treatment planning.
• Performs training programs for both consumers and staff.
• Participates in quality assurance and quality enhancement activities related to therapeutic services provisions at the local level.
• Participates in student internships or other educational/programs.
• Supervises the work of others.
• Other duties as assigned, including disaster response or COOP activation.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of evaluation, design, and fabrication of assistive/orthotic/mobility or communication equipment.
• Ability to learn/practice good team interaction and management skills.
• Ability to interact with individuals living at the State Supported Living Center in a manner which fosters dignity, trust and confidence.
• Ability to demonstrate appropriate and effective written, oral and nonverbal communication with individuals, their families, staff and the public.
• Ability to teach team members to perform selected treatment and/or functional activities including equipment in‑services and PNMP procedure.
• Ability to implement therapeutic programs and modify treatment within scope of licensure requirements.

Registrations, Licensure Requirements or Certifications

• Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA), Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant (LPTA), or Speech Therapy Assistant able to practice in Texas.

Initial Screening Criteria

• Associate of Applied Science (AAS) or Associate of Science (AS) degree.
• Experience working with people with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities is preferred.

Additional Information

• Applicants must pass a fingerprint criminal background check, pre‑employment drug screen, and registry checks including the CANRS, Nurse Aide, Medication Aide, and LEIE.
• Males between the ages of 18–25 must be registered with Selective Service.
• All employees are subject to random drug testing.
• Flexibility in work hours may be required. Position may require overtime, extended hours, weekends, and holidays.
• All applicants must be at least 18 years of age.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

This position is open to all qualified applicants. HHSC is committed to a workplace free of discrimination. All state‑operated facilities are required to comply with Texas law and the federal EEO statutes. All applicants will be considered for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected characteristic.