What are the responsibilities and job description for the Therapeutic Program Worker - Intermittent position at Ohio Department of Developmental Disabilities?
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:
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
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.
Technical Skills: Basic Documentation, Behavioral Health, Communications, Customer Service, Vehicle Operations
Professional Skills: Conflict Management, Listening, Responsiveness, Emotional Intelligence, Teamwork
Organization
Developmental Disabilities - Southwest Ohio Developmental Center
Agency Contact Name and Information
Lori Finch; Lori.Finch@dodd.ohio.gov
Unposting Date
Aug 31, 2024, 9:59:00 PM
Work Location
Southwest Developmental Center
Primary Location
United States of America-OHIO-Clermont County-Batavia
Compensation
$21.63
Schedule
Part-time
Work Hours
Variable
Classified Indicator
Unclassified
Union
OCSEA
Primary Job Skill
Direct Support/Direct Care
Technical Skills
Basic Documentation, Behavioral Health, Communications, Customer Service, Vehicle Operators
Professional Skills
Conflict Management, Emotional Intelligence, Listening, Responsiveness, Teamwork
Agency Overview
Join our team at the Southwest Developmental Center!
Accepting applications for Therapeutic Program Workers
Hourly Pay: $20.60 per hour
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. To learn more about DODD click here .
Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn & YouTube @DODDOhio
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:
- Kindness & 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.
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
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Valid driver’s license with less than 6 points
- No experience required
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.
Technical Skills: Basic Documentation, Behavioral Health, Communications, Customer Service, Vehicle Operations
Professional Skills: Conflict Management, Listening, Responsiveness, Emotional Intelligence, Teamwork
Organization
Developmental Disabilities - Southwest Ohio Developmental Center
Agency Contact Name and Information
Lori Finch; Lori.Finch@dodd.ohio.gov
Unposting Date
Aug 31, 2024, 9:59:00 PM
Work Location
Southwest Developmental Center
Primary Location
United States of America-OHIO-Clermont County-Batavia
Compensation
$21.63
Schedule
Part-time
Work Hours
Variable
Classified Indicator
Unclassified
Union
OCSEA
Primary Job Skill
Direct Support/Direct Care
Technical Skills
Basic Documentation, Behavioral Health, Communications, Customer Service, Vehicle Operators
Professional Skills
Conflict Management, Emotional Intelligence, Listening, Responsiveness, Teamwork
Agency Overview
Join our team at the Southwest Developmental Center!
Accepting applications for Therapeutic Program Workers
Hourly Pay: $20.60 per hour
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. To learn more about DODD click here .
Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn & YouTube @DODDOhio
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