Therapeutic Program Worker

Highland County Joint Township•Ohio, IL

56d•$23 - $26•Onsite

About The Position

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.

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).
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.

Responsibilities

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