STNA (Therapeutic Program Worker) - 2nd Shift (3:00PM-11:30PM)

State of Ohio•Sandusky, OH

3d•$23•Onsite

About The Position

It is our honor and privilege to provide comfort and care to Ohio's heroes — wartime veterans from all across the state and all branches of service. WHO ARE WE? The Ohio Veterans Homes, part of Ohio Department of Veterans Services, are trauma-informed care long-term care focused on providing excellent care to Ohio’s Veterans. The Veteran Homes provide direct nursing home care at facilities in Sandusky and Georgetown as well as domiciliary living to qualified veterans in Sandusky. We aim to maintain an inclusive work environment and commit ourselves to develop talented, inclusive, and dedicated employees. To learn more about us, visit https ://dvs.ohio.gov/what-we-do/work-at-odvs 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. The State of Ohio is a drug-free workplace which prohibits the use of marijuana (recreational marijuana/non-medical cannabis). Please note, this position may be subject to additional restrictions pursuant to the State of Ohio Drug-Free Workplace Policy (HR-39), and as outlined in the posting. 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 ! What does a Therapeutic Program Worker do at the Veterans Homes? A Therapeutic Program Worker (TPW) is a direct care worker that helps residents with daily living skills and assists them with needs. Support given to the individual will vary based on each person’s needs and capabilities. Assists with eating, bathing, toileting, personal hygiene, oral hygiene, dressing, grooming, communications, assist with feeding Transport and attends activities or programs with residents Complete various daily, monthly, and other required documentation Observe & report any changes in symptoms, behaviors, accidents, incidents or injuries to charge nurse Perform light housekeeping duties in the living areas Applies safety & infection control measures Assists with redirecting unsafe actions to bring about positive outcomes Assist nursing personnel with admission, discharge & transfer of residents

Requirements

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).
Or in positions at Veteran Services in addition to above must possess STNA certification &/or listed on Ohio Nurse Aide Registry.
For positions that require operation of motor vehicle to transport consumers to recreational, educational &/or occupational activities, a valid driver’s license is required.
equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications For Employment noted above

Responsibilities

Assists with eating, bathing, toileting, personal hygiene, oral hygiene, dressing, grooming, communications, assist with feeding
Transport and attends activities or programs with residents
Complete various daily, monthly, and other required documentation
Observe & report any changes in symptoms, behaviors, accidents, incidents or injuries to charge nurse
Perform light housekeeping duties in the living areas
Applies safety & infection control measures
Assists with redirecting unsafe actions to bring about positive outcomes
Assist nursing personnel with admission, discharge & transfer of residents

Benefits

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 )
Starting Hourly Pay\: $22.60 per hour ($47,008 annually)
1st Raise in 6 Months\: increase to $22.96 per hour
$500 bonus after 120 days and another $500 bonus after one year
Multiple pay increases over your years of service
Shift differential pay for 2nd & 3rd shift
Longevity increases start at your fifth year and grows as long as you stay with the State of Ohio
Overtime opportunities
Tuition Reimbursement up to $5,000 annually
Potential for up to $4,000 in referral bonuses
Incredible Medical Coverage begins the 1st of the month following your Start Date
Free Dental & Vision After 1 Year
Generous Benefits Package Including Vacation, Sick, Holiday, and Personal Leave
Retirement/pension, deferred compensation, credit union benefits available