Therapeutic Program Worker

Ohio Department of Developmental Disabilities; Gallipolis (OH); On-site; USD 32,000 - 37,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition Reimbursement

Medical Coverage

Dental & Vision after 1 year

Vacation & Holidays

Job summary

The Ohio Department of Developmental Disabilities (DODD) is recruiting a part-time Therapeutic Program Worker to support residents with daily living skills and independence goals at the Gallipolis Development Center in Ohio. Starting pay is $23.28 per hour with scheduled increases and shift differentials.

Responsibilities include direct care, documentation, and participation in activities to enhance wellbeing.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• 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 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

Skills

Basic Documentation

Behavioral Health

Customer Service

Direct Support/Direct Care

Vehicle Operators

Education

High school diploma

Job description

The Ohio Department of Developmental Disabilities (DODD) mission is to partner with people and communities to support Ohioans with developmental disabilities and their families in realizing their version of a good life.

Ohio is the heart of opportunity, and we envision Ohio as the best place in the nation for people with developmental disabilities to thrive.

Our core values reflect our focus on the experience of each person we support:

• Inclusion
• Partnership
• Respect

Join Our Team!

Accepting applications for a Therapeutic Program Worker

Starting Hourly Pay: $23.28 per hour

• 1st Raise in 4 Months (increase to $23.65 per hour)
• Multiple pay increases over your first 3.5 years of service, with an end salary of $26.54 per hour for first shift employees. This does not include overtime opportunities or shift differential pay!
• Shift differential pay for 2nd & 3rd shift
• Tuition Reimbursement (Employee Development Program)
• Medical Coverage Available the 1st of the Month Following Start Date
• Free Dental & Vision After 1 Year
• Generous Benefits Package Including Vacation, Sick, Holiday, and Personal Leave
• View our full benefits package on our Total Rewards website!

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 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

Minimum Qualifications

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

Job Skills: Direct Support/Direct Care

Organization

Developmental Disabilities - Gallipolis Development Center

Agency Contact Name and Information

Gina Silva, [e-mail]

Unposting Date

Sep 30, 2026, 11:59:00 PM

Work Location

Gallipolis Development Center

Primary Location

United States of America-OHIO-Gallia County-Gallipolis

Compensation

$23.28-$26.54

Schedule

Part-time

Work Hours

Varies

Classified Indicator

Classified

Union

OCSEA

Technical Skills

Basic Documentation, Behavioral Health, Customer Service, Direct Support/Direct Care, Vehicle Operators

Professional Skills

Conflict Management, Emotional Intelligence, Listening, Responsiveness, Teamwork

Agency Overview

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