Therapeutic Program Worker

Ohio Department of Developmental Disabilities

Tiffin (OH)

On-site

USD 32,070 - 36,561

Part time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Tuition Reimbursement

Medical Coverage after start date

Dental & Vision after 1 year

Vacation, Sick, Holiday & Personal LEA

Job summary

The Ohio Department of Developmental Disabilities (DODD) is accepting applications for Therapeutic Program Workers at the Tiffin Developmental Center. This direct care role supports residents in daily living skills and independence while offering a competitive starting wage and progressive raises.

The position is part-time, on site at the Tiffin location, with overtime and shift differential options. TPWs perform essential tasks including personal care, activities planning, documentation, and

Qualifications

High school diploma or GED required.
Experience in direct care is preferred.
Ability to perform basic documentation and report incidents.

Responsibilities

Assist residents with daily living activities and personal care.
Support residents in independence and goal achievement.
Assist with planning and shopping activities.
Complete daily and monthly documentation, report unusual incidents or reactions to medication.
Perform light housekeeping in living areas.
Assist with redirecting unsafe actions to promote positive outcomes.

Skills

Basic Documentation

Behavioral Health

Communications

Customer Service

Vehicle Operators

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Accepting applications for Therapeutic Program Workers (1st shift)

Join our team at the Tiffin Developmental Center!

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

Accepting applications for Therapeutic Program Workers - 1st (6:30a -2:30p)

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 ($55,203 per year) for first shift employees. This does not even include overtime opportunities or shift differential pay!
Shift differential pay for 2nd & 3rd shift
Tuition Reimbursement
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
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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

Unusual Working Conditions:

May be exposed to unpredictable resident behavior, must be able to bend, stoop, stand, lift, and run. Developmental centers operate 24/7, year-round.
Mandatory Overtime is Required of 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).

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.

Job Skills: Therapy/Therapeutic Services, Direct Support/Direct Care

Organization: Developmental Disabilities - Tiffin Developmental Center

Primary Location

United States of America-OHIO-Seneca County-Tiffin

Compensation

$23.28/hr increase to $23.65/hr after 120 days

Schedule

Part-time

Work Hours

1st (6:30a-2:30p)

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