Rehab Assistant Part Time

Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services; Staunton (VA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 37,000; Part time

Job summary

Western State Hospital in Staunton, VA is seeking a part-time Rehab Assistant to support psychosocial treatment programs, provide open leisure programming for all patients, and deliver on-unit activities on admissions units.

The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent, plus coursework in recreation or therapy, and experience leading activities within a mental health setting. Background checks and drug screening apply; Virginia driver’s license is required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• College courses in recreation, leisure, vocational, recreational therapy or occupational therapy field.
• Experience leading recreational activities.
• Experience working in mental health.
• Basic computer skills.
• Bilingual.
• Veteran or veteran spouse.

Responsibilities

• Conduct 4-6 hours of psychosocial rehabilitation interventions per week, according to approved schedules.
• Plan, organize, implement, and evaluate weekend activities on admission PCUs.
• Ensure interventions are appropriate to individual clients' ages, interests, and abilities as reflected by assessment data.
• Supervise assigned areas and monitor the milieu appropriately.
• Track patient attendance and participation for weekend programming on admission PCU.
• Complete planning and evaluation forms related to programming.
• Document incidents with the assistance of Rehab staff.

Skills

Driver's license

Recreational activity leadership

Basic computer skills

Mental health experience

Bilingual

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

College courses in recreation/leisure/vocational/occupational therapy

Job description

Title: Rehab Assistant Part Time

State Role Title: Direct Service Associate III

Hiring Range: $22.81/HR

Pay Band: 3

Agency: Dept Behavioral Health/Develop

Location: Western State Hospital

Agency Website: https://dbhds.virginia.gov/facilities/wsh/

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

Location: Western State Hospital

103 Valley Center Drive, Staunton, VA 24401.

Who We Are

Western State Hospital, part of the Virginia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services (DBHDS), has been a leader in psychiatric treatment since 1828. WSH is a 302-bed Joint Commission/CMS-accredited psychiatric facility located in the scenic Shenandoah Valley. Just 30 minutes from vibrant university towns, our hospital serves adults with serious mental health needs and is nationally recognized for our Psychosocial Rehabilitation “Learning” programs. WSH provides a modern clinical setting and a therapeutic environment for patients, supported by highly qualified staff. Employees also enjoy the beauty and tranquility of the Shenandoah Valley, with nearby cities such as Charlottesville and Harrisonburg offering dining, entertainment, and outdoor activities, making Staunton an attractive place to live and work.

Position Overview

Western State Hospital is seeking a part time Rehab Assistant to assist in the development of and implementation of therapeutic interventions within the psychosocial treatment program; provide open leisure programming available to all patients of Western State Hospital; and provide on-unit programming on admissions units.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct 4-6 hours of psychosocial rehabilitation interventions per week, according to approved schedules


• Responsible for planning, organizing, implementing, and evaluating programs for weekend activities on admission PCUs


• Ensures that interventions are appropriate to individual clients' ages, interests, and abilities as reflected by assessment data


• Supervise assigned areas and monitor the milieu appropriately


• Accountable for tracking patient attendance and participation for weekend programming on admission PCU


• Complete planning and evaluation forms related to programming


• Document incidents with the assistance of Rehab staff

Minimum Qualifications

• Valid Virginia Driver's license

Additional Considerations

• High school diploma or equivalent


• College courses in recreation, leisure, vocational, recreational therapy or occupational therapy field


• Experience leading recreational activities


• Experience working in mental health


• Basic computer skills


• Bilingual


• Veteran or veteran spouse

Special Instructions

Background Investigation: All applicants are subject to an extensive background investigation and a pre-employment drug screening. This investigation may include fingerprint checks (State Police, FBI), local agency checks, Department of Social Services/Child Protective Services checks, employment verification, and verification of education relevant to the position.

Under Virginia Code

• 37.2-314 and 37.2-408.1, the Department of Behavioral Health & Developmental Services (DBHDS) cannot employ or utilize as volunteers, individuals convicted of specific ("barrier") crimes or those with pending "barrier" charges.

Reasonable Accommodations: Reasonable accommodations are available to individuals with disabilities during the application and/or interview process in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require assistance or accommodation, please notify Human Resources at [phone] during business hours (8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.).

Equal Opportunity: The Commonwealth of Virginia is committed to conducting all aspects of human resource management without regard to race (or traits historically associated with race, including hair texture, hair type, and protective hairstyles such as braids, locks, and twists), sex, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, veteran status, political affiliation, disability, genetic information, and pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions.* There shall be no retaliation against anyone making allegations of violations of this policy.

Veteran Preference: DBHDS is a Virginia Values Veterans (V3) certified employer and provides hiring preference to qualified veterans and service members. We strongly encourage veterans, active members of the Virginia National Guard, and U.S. Military Reserve members to apply to the state application and respond accordingly.

Contact Information

Name: Samantha Leep

Phone: [phone]

Email: [e-mail]

In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide your AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.

Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.