Therapeutic Program Worker

State of Ohio; Mount Vernon (OH); On-site; USD 31,133 - 35,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition Reimbursement

Medical Coverage Available

Paid time off, including vacation and holidays

Job summary

A governmental agency in Ohio is looking for a Therapeutic Program Worker to assist residents with their daily living skills and foster independence. This role involves implementing treatment activities and providing direct support. We offer a competitive hourly wage ranging from $22.60 to $25.77, with various benefits, including medical coverage and paid time off. The position requires a high school diploma and a valid driver’s license with minimal points. No prior experience is needed.

Qualifications

• Valid driver’s license with 5 or fewer points.
• No experience required.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with eating, personal hygiene, and daily living skills.
• Implement active treatment activities for residents.
• Complete documentation of daily activities.

Skills

Direct Support / Direct Care

Basic Documentation

Behavioral Health

Customer Service

Vehicle Operators

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Description - Therapeutic Program Worker (260001JP)

Therapeutic Program Worker (260001JP)

Organization

Agency Contact Name and Information: Trina Kolakowski

Unposting Date

Ongoing

Work Location

Mt. Vernon Developmental Center 1250 Vernonview Drive Mount Vernon 43050

Primary Location

United States of America – OHIO – Knox County – Mount Vernon

Compensation: $22.60 – $25.77 per hour

Schedule

Full-time

Work Hours: Varies

Union: OCSEA

Primary Job Skill

Direct Support / Direct Care

Technical Skills: Basic Documentation, Behavioral Health, Customer Service, Vehicle Operators

Agency Overview

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

Benefits

• Starting Hourly Pay: $22.60 per hour
• 1st Raise in 4 Months (increase to $22.96 per hour)
• Multiple pay increases over your first 3.5 years of service, with an end salary of $25.69 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!

Job Overview

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 of any unusual incidents or reporting any reaction to medication
• Perform light housekeeping duties in the living areas
• Assist with redirecting unsafe actions to bring about positive outcomes

Why Work for the State of Ohio

At the State of Ohio, we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality, competitive benefits to eligible full‑time and part‑time employees. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits, visit our Total Rewards website. Our benefits package includes:

• Medical Coverage
• Free Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period
• Paid time off, including vacation, personal, sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year
• Childbirth, Adoption, and Foster Care leave
• Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and more)
• Public Retirement Systems (such as OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS) & optional Deferred Compensation (Ohio Deferred Compensation)

Qualifications

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

Supplemental Information

• Mandatory Overtime is Required for this Position.
• May be exposed to unpredictable resident behavior, must be able to bend, stoop, stand, lift, and run. Developmental centers operate 24/7, year‑round.

The final applicant selected for this position will be required to submit to urinalysis prior to the appointment to test for illegal drug use. An applicant with a positive test result will not be offered employment.

The final candidate selected for the position will be required to undergo a criminal background check. Rule 5123-2-02, “Background Investigations for Employment,” outlines disqualifying offenses that will preclude an applicant from being employed by the Department of Developmental Disabilities.

Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a Model Employer of Individuals with disabilities. The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws. To request a reasonable accommodation due to disability, please contact the ADA Coordinator by email at [e-mail].

ADA Statement

Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a model employer of individuals with disabilities. The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws.

Drug-Free Workplace

The State of Ohio is a drug‑free workplace which prohibits the use of marijuana (recreational marijuana/non‑medical cannabis). Please note, this position may be subject to additional restrictions pursuant to the State of Ohio Drug-Free Workplace Policy (HR-39), and as outlined in the posting.