Therapeutic Program Worker - (FT & PT)

Ohio Department of Developmental Disabilities; Cambridge (OH); On-site; USD 25,685 - 36,582; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition Reimbursement

Medical Coverage

Free Dental & Vision

Generous Benefits Package

Job summary

The Ohio Department of Developmental Disabilities is recruiting a Therapeutic Program Worker in Cambridge, Ohio. This role involves providing direct support to residents, assisting with daily living skills, and implementing therapeutic activities.

The position offers a starting hourly pay of $22.60 along with a generous benefits package including medical coverage, tuition reimbursement, and multiple pay increases over time. Applicants must possess a valid driver's license and a high school diploma.

Qualifications

• Valid driver’s license with less than 6 points.
• No experience required.

Responsibilities

• Assist with daily living skills such as eating and personal hygiene.
• Implement active treatment activities.
• Complete various daily documentation.
• Perform light housekeeping duties.

Skills

Therapy/Therapeutical Services

Direct Support/Direct Care

Basic Documentation

Behavioral Health

Communications

Customer Service

Vehicle Operators

Listening

Responsiveness

Emotional Intelligence

Teamwork

Confidentiality

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Overview

Join Our Team!

Position details and compensation are listed below. Accepting applications for Therapeutic Program Worker.

• Starting Hourly Pay: $22.60
• 1st Raise in 4 Months
• Multiple pay increases over your first 3.5 years of service
• Shift differential pay for 2nd & 3rd shift (additional $0.60 per hour)
• 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
• View our full benefits package on our Total Rewards website

About the Organization

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 health and safety, supporting access to community participation, and increasing opportunities for meaningful employment.

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.

Responsibilities

• Assist with eating, bathing, toileting, personal hygiene, oral hygiene, dressing, grooming, communication, money management, etiquette, and social skills
• Implement active treatment activities such as gym, pavilion, activity room and pool
• Assist with planning and shopping activities (e.g., shopping, vocational skills, hair appointments)
• Complete various daily, monthly documentation
• Include 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

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Valid driver’s license with less than 6 points
• No experience required

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].

Job Skills: Therapy/Therapeutical Services, Direct Support/Direct Care. Technical Skills: Basic Documentation, Behavioral Health, Communications, Customer Service, Vehicle Operators. Professional Skills: Listening, Responsiveness, Emotional Intelligence, Teamwork, Confidentiality.

The State of Ohio is a drug-free workplace and may require compliance with the State Drug-Free Workplace Policy (HR-39). For positions that require operation of a motor vehicle, a valid driver’s license is required.

Organization: Developmental Disabilities - Cambridge Developmental Center

Agency Contact: [e-mail]

Location: Cambridge Developmental Center, United States of America-OHIO-Guernsey County-Cambridge

Work Schedule: Full-time; Work Hours: Variable

Union: OCSEA