Therapeutic Program Worker - Direct Support Professional (Intermittent)

Taleo; Batavia Township (OH); On-site; USD 28,000 - 37,000; Part time

Job summary

Ohio Department of Developmental Disabilities is seeking a Therapeutic Program Worker (TPW) to support residents with daily living skills and independence at the Southwest Developmental Center in Batavia, OH. The role involves direct care, documentation, and participation in therapeutic activities.

This part-time position requires a high school diploma or equivalent, a valid driver's license with minimal points, and no prior experience is necessary. Overtime is mandatory and unionized with OCSEA.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Assists residents with daily living skills and independence goals.
• Implements active treatment activities (gym, pavilion, activity room, pool).
• Plans and accompanies activities like shopping or vocational tasks.
• Completes daily and monthly documentation, including incident reports and medication reactions.
• Performs light housekeeping and redirects unsafe actions to promote safety.

Skills

Direct Support/Direct Care

Basic Documentation

Behavioral Health

Communications

Customer Service

Vehicle Operations

Conflict Management

Listening

Responsiveness

Emotional Intelligence

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Organization

Agency Contact Name and Information : Lori Finch; [e-mail] or 513-735-8221

Unposting Date

Oct 14, 2026, 3:59:00 AM

Work Location

Southwest Developmental Center 4399 East Bauman Lane Batavia 45103

Primary Location

United States of America-OHIO-Clermont County-Batavia

Compensation: $23.28/hr.

Schedule

Part-time

Work Hours: Variable

Union: OCSEA

Primary Job Skill

Direct Support/Direct Care

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

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Who Are We?

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.

Job Description

DODD Core Values:

• Kindness and Empathy – All interactions are based on genuine care and concern for all involved. We listen to those we serve, our partners, and each other.
• Collaboration – We engage with each other and our partners with openness and trust.
• Transparency – We are accessible and visible in our business practices.
• Quality Innovation – The services we deliver are value-added and promote excellence.
• Inclusiveness – Cultivate an environment that embraces diversity and ideas at every level of interaction. Our systems and processes are designed to ensure that every person is treated equally, and every voice is heard fairly.
• Accountability – We conduct ourselves professionally and will manage taxpayer dollars responsibly.

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 (examples include 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

Qualifications:

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

Job Skills:

Therapy/Therapeutical Services, Direct Support/Direct Care

Technical Skills:

Basic Documentation, Behavioral Health, Communications, Customer Service, Vehicle Operations

Professional Skills:

Conflict Management, Listening, Responsiveness, Emotional Intelligence, Teamwork

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.

Benefits

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)

*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.

Formal Education Requirements and Licensing

Formal education in arithmetic that includes addition and subtraction and in reading, writing and 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 and/or occupational activities, a valid driver’s license is required. -Or equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications For Employment noted above.

Background Check, Drug Screening and EEO Statement

The final candidate selected for the position will be required to undergo a criminal background check. Rule 5123:2-2-02, “Background Investigations for Employment,” outlines disqualifying offenses that will preclude an applicant from being employed by the Department of Developmental Disabilities. The State of Ohio is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of applicants or employees as defined in applicable federal law, state law, and any effective executive order. 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] . The final applicant selected for this position will be required to submit to a urinalysis drug screen for illegal drug use prior to the appointment. An applicant with a positive test result will not be offered employment and will be barred from employment with the State of Ohio for 1 year.

Drug-Free Workplace Statement

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.