PRN CNA (Intermittent Therapeutic Program Worker)

Ohio Department of Veterans Services; Sandusky (OH); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

The Ohio Veterans Homes, part of Ohio Department of Veterans Services, is hiring Therapeutic Program Workers (TPWs) in Sandusky on a PRN/part-time basis. The position supports residents with daily living activities and provides direct care under supervision.

Eligible applicants may have STNA certification or a high school diploma, and will work varying shifts with a 30+ hour minimum per month. Compensation is $23.28 per hour, with OCSEA under union.

Qualifications

• A Therapeutic Program Worker is a direct care worker that helps residents with daily living skills and assists them with needs.
• Assists with eating, bathing, toileting, personal hygiene, oral hygiene, dressing, grooming, communications, assist with feeding.
• Observe & report changes in symptoms, behaviors, accidents, incidents or injuries to charge nurse.

Responsibilities

• Observe and report changes in residents’ conditions to charge nurse.
• Assist with daily living activities and routine tasks.
• Transport and accompany residents to activities.
• Perform light housekeeping in living areas.
• Complete daily, monthly, and other required documentation.
• Apply safety and infection control measures.
• Assist with admission, discharge and transfer of residents.

Skills

Direct Support/Direct Care

Customer Service

Human Services

Veteran Services

Establishing Relationships

Flexibility

Situational Awareness

Teamwork

Confidentiality

Education

STNA certification

High school diploma or GED

Job description

NOW HIRING PRN POSITIONS

• Hourly Pay: $23.28 per hour

Looking to make an impact while working a flexible schedule?

Are you an early bird, weekend warrior, or a night owl? Maybe you’re a student or a busy parent but still looking to work between other obligations? ODVS is excited to announce the Ohio Veterans Home in Sandusky is now accepting applications for PRN positions. Minimum 30 hours per month.

What does a Therapeutic Program Worker do at the Veterans Homes?

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

• Assists with eating, bathing, toileting, personal hygiene, oral hygiene, dressing, grooming, communications, assist with feeding
• Transport and attends activities or programs with residents
• Complete various daily, monthly, and other required documentation
• Observe & report any changes in symptoms, behaviors, accidents, incidents or injuries to charge nurse
• Perform light housekeeping duties in the living areas
• Applies safety & infection control measures
• Assists with redirecting unsafe actions to bring about positive outcomes
• Assist nursing personnel with admission, discharge & transfer of residents

Unusual Working Conditions:

May be required to stand for extended periods of time. May be required to lift heavy objects from time to time. May be exposed to a variety of bodily fluids and infectious diseases from residents.

Job Skills:

Direct Support/Direct Care, Customer Service, Human Services, Veteran Services, Establishing Relationships, Flexibility, Situational Awareness, Teamwork, Confidentiality

Organization

Veterans Services Sandusky

Agency Contact Name and Information

Hailey Ivory, [e-mail]

Unposting Date

Sep 30, 2026, 11:59:00 PM

Work Location

Veteran Services - Sandusky

Primary Location

United States of America-OHIO-Erie County-Sandusky

Compensation

$23.28/hr

Schedule

Part-time

Work Hours

Variable

Classified Indicator

Unclassified

Union

OCSEA

Technical Skills

Customer Service, Direct Support/Direct Care, Human Services, Nursing, Veteran Services

Agency Overview

It is our honor and privilege to provide comfort and care to Ohio's heroes - wartime veterans from all across the state and all branches of service.

WHO ARE WE?

The Ohio Veterans Homes, part of Ohio Department of Veterans Services, are trauma-informed care long-term care focused on providing excellent care to Ohio’s Veterans. The Veteran Homes provide direct nursing home care at facilities in Sandusky and Georgetown as well as domiciliary living to qualified veterans in Sandusky. We aim to maintain an inclusive work environment and commit ourselves to develop talented, inclusive, and dedicated employees.

The State of Ohio is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Provider of ADA Services. The Ohio Department of Veterans Services does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, gender identity or expression, mental or physical disability, genetic information, veteran status and/or military status in employment or the provision of services.

NOTE: Those who are contacted for an interview should inform the Ohio Veterans Home Office of Human Resources as soon as possible if, as a result of a disability, they will need an accommodation to participate in any phase of the interview process. Such notice will not affect your eligibility to apply for this position.

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 a certificate of high school equivalence pursuant to Ohio Administrative Code 5123:2-3-01(F) (1) (c).

Or in positions at Veteran Services in addition to above must possess STNA certification &/or listed on Ohio Nurse Aide Registry.

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