Therapeutic Program Worker - Direct Support Professional

State of Ohio; Cambridge (OH); On-site; USD 32,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

The Department of Developmental Disabilities Cambridge Developmental Center in Cambridge, Ohio is seeking staff for direct care roles. You will support residents with daily living activities, personal care, and social skills development in a 24/7 setting.

This full-time, permanent position requires a high school diploma or GED, potential STNA certification, and a valid driver's license with minimal points. Overtime is mandatory and benefits are provided by the State of Ohio.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• STNA certification and/or listed on Ohio Nurse Aide Registry.
• For positions requiring operation of a motor vehicle, a valid driver’s license with 5 or fewer points.

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 documenting 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

Direct Support/Direct Care

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

All job postings will expire at 11:59 PM Eastern Time on the application deadline.

Organization: Developmental Disabilities - Cambridge Developmental Center

Agency Contact Name and Information: Briittney Ritenour

Work Location:
66737 Toland Drive
Cambridge, Ohio, 43725
United States

Compensation: 23.28

Schedule: Permanent - Full Time

Work Hours: Variable

Classified Indicator: Classified

Union: OCSEA

Primary Job Skill: Direct Support/Direct Care

Who We Are

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.

DODD Core Values

To help Ohioans with developmental disabilities, DODD has embodied the following core values that focus on the experience of our customers, the people we serve, and their families:

• Inclusion
• P artnership
• Respect

What You'll Do

• 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 outcome

Additional Information

May be exposed to unpredictable resident behavior, must be able to bend, stoop, stand, lift, and run. Developmental centers operate 24 hours a day 7 days a week.

Mandatory Overtime Is Required Of This Position.

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 ADA Coordinator by email at [e-mail]

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 )
• Benefits eligibility is dependent on a number of factors. The Agency Contact listed above will be able to provide specific benefits information for this position.

Qualifications

Job Skills: Direct Support/Direct Care

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 drivers license is required with 5 or fewer points.

Or equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications For Employment noted above.

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.