Lubbock Therapeutic Assistant (CNA)- PRN

Moody Neuro Rehabilitation Institute; Lubbock (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Moody Neuro Rehabilitation Institute in Lubbock, Texas, is hiring a Therapeutic Assistant responsible for 24-hour supervision and documentation of client activities. Key duties include observing behavior, assisting with daily living activities, reinforcing treatment plans, and ensuring client safety.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma, be CPR certified, and possess strong communication skills. This role involves working closely with clients, and assisting therapy staff, while maintaining confidentiality and a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Must work well with other people and motivate clients.
• CPR and first aid certifications are required.
• Knowledge of philosophical and ethical considerations in rehabilitation practice.

Responsibilities

• Observe and document client's behavior and ensure safety.
• Assist in emergency situations and provide first aid if needed.
• Implement behavior management programs and activities designed by clinical staff.

Skills

Ability to work well with others

Knowledge of social customs

Ability to document accurately

Knowledge of ethical considerations

Flexibility and good judgment

Communication skills

CPR and first aid certified

Non-Violent Crisis Intervention certified

Ability to assist patients with transfers

Current driver's license

Education

High-School Diploma or equivalent

Behavioral Science B.A. preferred

Job description

Overview

The Therapeutic Assistant will be responsible for providing 24 hour supervision and documentation of the client's activities in the residential area. Duties include observing and documenting client behavior, acting as a role model for clients, interacting with clients, assisting with activities of daily living, ensuring client safety, reinforcing treatment plans and Moody Neurorehabilitation Institute (Moody Neuro) policies, assisting therapy staff with modules, and maintaining various checklists, contracts, and daily log sheets. The Therapeutic Assistant will uphold the mission, philosophy, and goals of the organization while maintaining strict confidentiality of personnel and client data and information in the performance of assigned duties.

Major Duties and Responsibilities

• Observe, monitor, intervene, document, and report client’s social and interpersonal behavior and functional ability to perform as an independent individual in the community setting.
• Carry out therapeutic activities as designed by the clinical staff and/or the Case Manager.
• Implement behavior management programs including the levels system.
• Assist in emergency situations including fire alarm and fire drill procedures and provide first aid treatment in case of illness or injury.
• Monitor client self-administration of medications and document on medication sheet.
• Transport clients to and from appointments, work, field trips, recreation activities, etc.
• Provide transportation, observation, and documentation of responses on ADL outings such as shopping trips.
• Assist therapies upon request.
• Serve as a role model at all times, maintaining professional dress and conduct.
• Implement emergency evacuation procedures, e.g., fire drills.
• Monitor and assist in residential ADL activities.
• Maintain accurate documentation and records including seizure reports, ADL check sheets, medication sheets, shift change reports, critical incident reports, client charts, etc.
• Attend in-services, workshops, seminars, and staff meetings.
• Maintain confidentiality.
• Provide a safe and secure environment for the client.
• Discharge duties in accordance with Moody Neuro organizational policy, CARF and other accrediting bodies.
• Other duties as assigned.

Organizational Functions

• Maintain security of building and grounds on a 24 hour basis.
• Maintain appropriate reports and logs, e.g., fire drills and fire alarms.
• Maintain appropriate records of work schedule on sign-in/out sheets.

Qualifications

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• The ability to work well with other people.
• Able to stimulate and motivate persons served with problems in motivation.
• Knowledge of social customs and responsibilities.
• Ability to demonstrate flexibility, innovation, and good judgment.
• Ability to receive and follow instructions accurately.
• Knowledge of philosophical and ethical considerations in rehabilitation practice.
• Hold current CPR and first aid certifications.
• Ability to communicate accurate and pertinent information through documentation.
• Ability to execute emergency procedures.
• Ability to work rotating shifts.
• Ability to assist patients with transfer in a wheelchair.
• Certified in Non-Violent Crisis Intervention (NCI).
• Current/valid Driver’s license.

Education

• High-School Diploma or equivalent. College background helpful; Behavioral Science B.A. preferred. Psychology courses helpful.

Experience

• Prefer at least two years' experience in Residential Behavioral Rehabilitation Program, or one-two years' experience with disabled population, dealing with cognitive problems, or 30-60 hours of college will be substituted for experience.

Demands and Characteristics of Work, Equipment Usage, and Work Environment

PERCENTAGE OF WORK TIME (34-66%)

• Standing/Walking
• Twisting
• Climbing (Ascending/Descending)
• Sitting
• Lifting/Carrying
• Pushing/Pulling
• Bending/Stooping
• Using arm muscles frequently or for extended periods
• Using leg muscles frequently or for extended periods
• Using back muscles frequently or for extended periods

LIFTING REQUIREMENTS - individuals in clinical care positions are required to lift a trainee/client without assistance. (1-33%)

• 2 - 10 Pounds
• 21 - 30 Pounds
• 31 - 40 Pounds
• 41 - 50 Pounds

LIFTING REQUIREMENTS - individuals in clinical care positions are required to lift a trainee/client without assistance. (34-66%)

• 11 - 20 Pounds
• 51 - Pounds or more

DOES THIS JOB REQUIRE? (1-33%)

• Working with or near chemicals
• Working near radiation sources
• Potential exposure to communicable diseases
• Working with hazardous waste materials
• Utilizing essential upgraded or adaptive equipment as industry standards require
• Using hand tools
• Operating vehicle
• Potential for cuts and bruises

DOES THIS JOB REQUIRE? (34-66%)

• Working in hot, cold, wet surrounds
• Working outdoors

Exchange of Ideas

• Obtaining impressions through the eyes of the shape, size, distance, motion, color or other characteristics of objects with or without adaptive devices. Major visual functions include:
• Acuity, far - clarity of vision at 20 feet or more.
• Acuity, near - clarity of vision at 20 inches or less.
• Depth perception - three-dimensional vision.
• Field of vision - the area that can be seen up and down or to the right or left while the eyes are fixed on a given point.
• Accommodation - adjustment of the lens of the eye to bring an object into sharp focus.
• Color vision - the ability to identify and distinguish colors.

EXCHANGE OF IDEAS (67-100%)

• Ability to express or exchange ideas
• Ability to understand communication of others with or without adaptive devices.
• Regular Attendance
• Punctuality
• Ability to do Math
• Literate