Rehab Therapy Assistant

State of Indiana•Madison, IN

10d•Onsite

About The Position

Work for Indiana Begin a fulfilling career with the State of Indiana by joining one of the largest employers in the state, offering a range of opportunities across 60+ agencies. At the state, you'll find competitive compensation, a robust benefits package and a commitment to work-life balance. Most importantly, you'll have the chance to make a real and measurable impact on the lives of Hoosiers across Indiana. About Madison State Hospital: Madison State Hospital is located in a rural area overlooking the Ohio River and has served the citizens of Indiana for over a century, opening its door to patients in 1910. As part of the Indiana State Psychiatric Hospital Network, our staff offer comprehensive treatment programs utilizing a Trauma Informed Care approach. Patients admitted for treatment can participate in individual therapy, medication therapy, family therapy, psycho-educational groups, rehabilitation therapies, chaplain services, co-occurring programming, as well as employment opportunities. Unit-based programming is augmented with campus-wide specialty groups. MSH has been a state leader in evidenced-based medication prescribing to both reduce the risks associated with polypharmacy and optimize clinical outcomes. The hospital clinical and medical leadership collaborate with the unit treatment teams to provide the most contemporary and comprehensive care possible.

Requirements

Effective communication skills.
Ability to stimulate patient’s interests in specialized activities.
Working knowledge of sociology and psychology as they relate to assessing rehabilitation needs of patients.
Working knowledge of, and ability to implement, behavior modification techniques to complement rehabilitation therapy programs.
Ability to assess patient’s progress and needs, changing instructional methods.
Specialized knowledge of standard techniques and methods of providing rehabilitation.
Knowledge of laws, regulations and policies related to rehabilitation therapy.
Working knowledge of, and proper use of, special equipment or materials utilized in rehabilitation therapy.
Individuals should have the ability to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.

Nice To Haves

Experience involving persons with developmental disabilities or a group home setting is preferred.

Responsibilities

Directs, instructs, and supervises patients in specialized activities to promote rehabilitation goals
Advises and reinforces patients on acceptable social behavior to support therapeutic progress, employing behavior modification or other techniques
Plans, schedules, and executes activities for therapeutic programming
Observe and document patient progress, attendance, behavior, and outcomes to inform individualized care plans and recommend changes in activities.
Assist in the care and maintenance of facilities

Benefits

Three (3) medical plan options (including RX coverage) as well as vision and dental plans
Wellness Rewards Program: Complete wellness activities to earn gift card rewards
Health savings account, which includes bi-weekly state contribution
Deferred compensation 457(b) account (similar to 401(k) plan) with employer match
Two (2) fully-funded pension plan options
A robust, comprehensive program of leave policies covering a variety of employee needs, including but not limited to: 150 hours of paid New Parent Leave and up to eight weeks of paid Childbirth Recovery Leave for eligible mothers
Up to 15 hours of paid community service leave
Combined 180 hours of paid vacation, personal, and sick leave time off
12 paid holidays, 14 on election years
Education Reimbursement Program
Group life insurance
Referral Bonus program
Employee assistance program that allows for covered behavioral health visits
Qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
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