Ohio Department of Commerce
Therapeutic Program Worker (ETA CONTINGENT)
Ohio Department of Commerce, Toledo, Ohio, United States, 43614
What you'll do at OhioMHAS :
This position focuses on supporting adults in a residential setting to develop essential independent living and social skills. The staff member will work directly with assigned consumers, implementing personal and behavior plans and helping with skills such as hygiene, medication management, food preparation, budgeting, and social interactions. The role involves maintaining a safe and supportive environment, de-escalating crises, modeling professional behavior, and transporting consumers to appointments as necessary. Staff will work closely with team members to develop individualized service plans, document progress, and maintain the facility's cleanliness, contributing to a structured and supportive community. Additional duties include:
Collaborates with consumers and professionals to create and implement Individualized Service Plans and Behavior Plans, tailored to each consumer's needs. Monitors and assesses consumer progress, recommending revisions to service plans and behavior plans as needed. Participates in program development and direction, adheres to guidelines set by the Program Director, and contribute to the residential support team's service plan. Attends agency, program staff, and consumer meetings, as well as relevant committees, to facilitate program objectives and share insights on consumer needs. Completes accurate records, logs, and documentation related to consumer observations, behavioral changes, progress, and service interactions in a timely manner. Helps maintain the cleanliness and orderliness of the residential facility on a daily basis. Attends required training sessions to improve skills and knowledge relevant to the role and follow agency policies on computer and software usage. Upholds a professional, friendly demeanor when interacting with visitors and the community to enhance public relations and customer satisfaction. Adheres to established safety practices, procedures, and agency policies to ensure a safe environment for consumers and staff. This is an hourly position covered by the OCSEA/AFSCME bargaining unit (union) , with a pay range of
#7
on the
OCSEA Pay Range Schedule
.
Normal working various hours.
Unless required by any applicable union contract and/or requirements of the Ohio Revised Code, the selected candidate will begin at
Step 1
of the pay range schedule listed above, with an opportunity for pay increase after six months of satisfactory performance and then a yearly raise thereafter.
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
Position Qualifications:
*Applications of those who meet the minimum qualifications will be further evaluated against the following criteria:
All eligible applications shall be reviewed considering the following criteria: qualifications, experience, education, and active disciplinary record.
Minimum 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
Technical Skills: Mental Health, Behavioral Health, Customer Service
Professional Skills: Attention to Detail, Teamwork, Time Management
This position focuses on supporting adults in a residential setting to develop essential independent living and social skills. The staff member will work directly with assigned consumers, implementing personal and behavior plans and helping with skills such as hygiene, medication management, food preparation, budgeting, and social interactions. The role involves maintaining a safe and supportive environment, de-escalating crises, modeling professional behavior, and transporting consumers to appointments as necessary. Staff will work closely with team members to develop individualized service plans, document progress, and maintain the facility's cleanliness, contributing to a structured and supportive community. Additional duties include:
Collaborates with consumers and professionals to create and implement Individualized Service Plans and Behavior Plans, tailored to each consumer's needs. Monitors and assesses consumer progress, recommending revisions to service plans and behavior plans as needed. Participates in program development and direction, adheres to guidelines set by the Program Director, and contribute to the residential support team's service plan. Attends agency, program staff, and consumer meetings, as well as relevant committees, to facilitate program objectives and share insights on consumer needs. Completes accurate records, logs, and documentation related to consumer observations, behavioral changes, progress, and service interactions in a timely manner. Helps maintain the cleanliness and orderliness of the residential facility on a daily basis. Attends required training sessions to improve skills and knowledge relevant to the role and follow agency policies on computer and software usage. Upholds a professional, friendly demeanor when interacting with visitors and the community to enhance public relations and customer satisfaction. Adheres to established safety practices, procedures, and agency policies to ensure a safe environment for consumers and staff. This is an hourly position covered by the OCSEA/AFSCME bargaining unit (union) , with a pay range of
#7
on the
OCSEA Pay Range Schedule
.
Normal working various hours.
Unless required by any applicable union contract and/or requirements of the Ohio Revised Code, the selected candidate will begin at
Step 1
of the pay range schedule listed above, with an opportunity for pay increase after six months of satisfactory performance and then a yearly raise thereafter.
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
Position Qualifications:
*Applications of those who meet the minimum qualifications will be further evaluated against the following criteria:
All eligible applications shall be reviewed considering the following criteria: qualifications, experience, education, and active disciplinary record.
Minimum 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
Technical Skills: Mental Health, Behavioral Health, Customer Service
Professional Skills: Attention to Detail, Teamwork, Time Management