Therapeutic Program Worker

Therapeutic Program Worker

Organization: Developmental Disabilities - Northwest Ohio Developmental Center

Job Description: Accepting applications for Therapeutic Program Workers (Variable full-time & part-time shifts available) Starting Hourly Pay: $23.28 per hour 1st Raise in 4 Months (increase to $23.28 per hour) Multiple pay increases over your first 3.5 years of service, with an end salary of $26.54 per hour 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 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 people we serve 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

Qualifications: High school diploma or equivalent Valid driver's license with 5 or fewer points No experience required