Therapeutic Program Worker (PN: 20034263)

State of Ohio•Massillon, OH

7d•Onsite

About The Position

This position focuses on supporting adults in an inpatient hospital 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, 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. The Ohio Department of Behavioral Health (DBH) is proud to be an Ohio Recovery Friendly Workplace, committed to supporting the health and well-being of all employees, including those in recovery. We foster an inclusive, stigma-free environment where individuals impacted by mental health and substance use challenges are valued, supported, and empowered to thrive. Our workplace culture promotes wellness, second-chance hiring, and recovery-informed policies that reflect our mission to serve Ohioans with compassion and respect, both in the community and within our own team.

Requirements

Formal education in arithmetic that includes addition & subtraction & in reading, writing & speaking common English vocabulary.
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 The equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications for Employment noted above.
Must be able to complete a 4 week (business days Monday-Friday) full time orientation.
Training and development is required to remain in the classification after employment.

Nice To Haves

Behavioral Health
Mental Health Professional
Collaboration
Attention to Detail
Listening
Motivating Others
Situational Awareness
Verbal Communication
Confidentiality
Observation

Responsibilities

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.
Implements personal and behavior plans.
Assists with skills such as hygiene, medication management, food preparation, and social interactions.
Maintains a safe and supportive environment.
De-escalates crises.
Models professional behavior.
Transports consumers to appointments as necessary.
Works closely with team members to develop individualized service plans.
Documents progress.
Maintains the facility’s cleanliness.