Therapeutic Program Worker - Direct Support Professional (FT/PT)

State of Ohio • Batavia, OH

9d • Onsite

About The Position

The Department of Developmental Disabilities (DODD) is a trauma-informed care agency focused on implementing its core values and providing support to people with developmental disabilities. DODD oversees a statewide system of supportive services that focus on ensuring the health and safety, supporting access to community participation, and increasing opportunities for meaningful employment. This position may be subject to additional restrictions pursuant to the State of Ohio Drug-Free Workplace Policy (HR-39). DODD Core Values include Kindness and Empathy, Collaboration, Transparency, Quality Innovation, Inclusiveness, and Accountability.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Valid driver's license with 5 or fewer points
• No experience required
• Formal education in arithmetic that includes addition and subtraction and in reading, writing and 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.

Nice To Haves

• Job Skills: Therapy/Therapeutical Services, Direct Support/Direct Care Basic Documentation, Behavioral Health, Communications, Customer Service, Vehicle Operations Conflict Management, Listening, Responsiveness, Emotional Intelligence, Teamwork

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 (examples include shopping, vocational skills, hair appointments)
• Complete various daily, monthly documentation including documentation of 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

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)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED