Therapeutic Program Worker - Direct Support Professional

State of Ohio; Mount Vernon (OH); On-site; USD 32,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Coverage

Dental & Vision

Paid time off and holidays

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

The Ohio Department of Developmental Disabilities (DODD) is accepting applications for a Therapeutic Program Worker at Mt. Vernon Developmental Center.

This permanent full-time role offers a competitive starting hourly wage with raises and a comprehensive benefits package, reflecting the agency's commitment to individuals with developmental disabilities. TPWs provide direct care and support residents in daily living skills, helping them achieve greater independence in a 24/7 facility.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with daily living skills and independence goals.
• Perform basic care tasks (eating, bathing, grooming, toileting).
• Document daily activities and incidents as required.
• Contribute to planning and shopping activities and medication reporting.

Skills

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 - Mt. Vernon Developmental Center

Agency Contact Name and Information

Trina Kolakowski

Work Location

1250 Vernonview Drive
Mount Vernon, Ohio, 43050
United States

Compensation

23.28-26.54

Schedule

Permanent - Full Time

Work Hours

Varies

Classified Indicator

Classified

Union

OCSEA

Primary Job Skill

Direct Support/Direct Care

Who We Are

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

What You’ll Do

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 $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!

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

Additional Information

Mandatory Overtime is Required of 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].

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

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: Direct Support/Direct Care

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.