Therapeutic Program Worker - Direct Support Professional

State of Ohio•Mount Vernon, OH

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Therapeutic Program Worker (TPW) is a direct care worker at the Mt. Vernon Developmental Center who supports residents with daily living skills and helps them become more independent and achieve their goals. Support varies according to each person’s needs and capabilities. The role includes personal care, active treatment activities, community and vocational activities, documentation, light housekeeping, and redirecting unsafe actions. Mandatory overtime is required. Developmental centers operate 24/7 year-round.

Requirements

Formal education in arithmetic that includes addition and subtraction, and in reading, writing, and speaking common English vocabulary.
A high school diploma or certificate of high school equivalence, as required for Department of Developmental Disabilities positions.
A valid driver's license is required for positions that involve operating a motor vehicle to transport consumers to recreational, educational, or occupational activities.
Must be able to bend, stoop, stand, lift, and run.
Must complete urinalysis testing for illegal drug use before appointment.
Must undergo a criminal background check; disqualifying offenses may preclude employment.

Responsibilities

Assist residents with eating, bathing, toileting, personal hygiene, oral hygiene, dressing, and grooming.
Support residents with communication, money management, etiquette, and social skills.
Implement active treatment activities, including activities in the gym, pavilion, activity room, and pool.
Assist with planning and shopping activities, including shopping, vocational skills, and hair appointments.
Complete daily and monthly documentation, including documentation of unusual incidents and reactions to medication.
Perform light housekeeping duties in living areas.
Redirect unsafe actions to help bring about positive outcomes.

Benefits

Multiple pay increases during the first 3.5 years of service.
Shift differential pay for second and third shifts.
Tuition reimbursement through the Employee Development Program.
Medical coverage available the first of the month following the start date.
Dental and vision coverage at no cost after one year.
Vacation, sick, holiday, and personal leave.
11 paid holidays per year.
Childbirth, adoption, and foster care leave.
Education and development opportunities, including Employee Development Funds and Public Service Loan Forgiveness.
Public retirement systems, including OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS, and optional deferred compensation.