Therapy Technician III

Texas Health & Human Services Commission•Wichita Falls, TX

5d•$3,048 - $4,150•Onsite

About The Position

The Rehabilitation Therapy Technician (RTT) performs moderately complex habilitative and rehabilitative therapy work at Wichita Falls State Hospital. The position assists therapists in an assigned specialty, such as music therapy, therapeutic recreation, dance/movement therapy, occupational therapy, physical therapy, psychology, or vocational/day programming. It provides direct-contact instruction and training to patients on their treatment plans and trains staff to help maintain continuity of treatment. A valid driver’s license and ability to drive a state vehicle may be required. The RTT works under the general supervision of a Registered Therapist, Psychologist, or Vocational/Day Programming Supervisor, with moderate latitude to use initiative and independent judgment. The position participates in interdisciplinary treatment processes, monitors patient progress and treatment-plan implementation, maintains related documentation and data, and supports staff training. Other duties may include supporting disaster response, recovery, or Continuity of Operations activation, which may require a different shift pattern or work location. This is a full-time, nonexempt position on the day shift at Wichita Falls State Hospital. Telework is not eligible. The role may require flexible work hours, overtime, extended hours, or rotating schedules. Travel may be up to 10%.

Requirements

At least 18 months of experience working with people who have mental illness or intellectual and developmental disabilities.
Knowledge and skills in relevant therapeutic techniques, such as applied behavior analysis or sensory integration.
Knowledge of how to train staff in treatment methods and related areas.
Knowledge of Joint Commission and behavioral health regulations, and state hospital policies and procedures.
Ability to train staff in treatment methods and related areas.
Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing and work cooperatively and effectively with others.
Ability to assist in developing treatment and support plans.
Ability to develop and maintain data collection systems for the assigned therapeutic specialty.
Ability to use personal computers and relevant software.
Ability to make accurate notes from observation sessions and write reports.
Ability to administer first aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation.
Ability to work with people who exhibit aggressive behavior.
Ability to meet the physical requirements for direct-contact staff positions.
CPR certification or ability to obtain certification within 12 months.
Valid Texas driver’s license, or ability to obtain one no later than 90 days after hire; eligible driving record required under HHSC Fleet Management policy. Applicants with an out-of-state driver’s license must provide an original certified driving record from the state of licensure.
Must be at least 18 years old for employment at a state-operated facility.
Must pass a fingerprint criminal background check, pre-employment drug screen, and required registry checks.
Must comply with HHSC immunization policy and state hospital procedures related to immunizations.
Must provide I-9 documentation on the first day of work.

Nice To Haves

At least 18 months of experience developing treatment and support plans for people with mental illness or intellectual and developmental disabilities.
Ability to obtain a valid Texas driver’s license within 90 days of hire, if not already held.

Responsibilities

Implement treatment plans using hands-on methods and monitor goals and objectives through direct observation.
Assist in developing and evaluating treatment plans for the assigned therapeutic specialty.
Assist therapists or vocational/day programming supervisors with functional skills assessments, including preparing materials, reviewing prior assessments, and conducting observations.
Schedule, assist with, and/or provide training to Psychiatric Nurse Assistants to promote continuity and follow-through on treatment objectives when therapists or RTTs are unavailable, as needed.
Monitor Psychiatric Nurse Assistant implementation of program objectives, gather data, and report results to the interdisciplinary team and supervising therapist or supervisor.
Complete program-related paperwork in accordance with applicable standards and procedures.
Collect data related to treatment plans to assess individual progress accurately.
Participate in the interdisciplinary team process and provide information about assessment results, responses to interventions, monitoring, and staff training.
Provide the team with feedback about individual progress and work with Psychiatric Nurse Assistants to support treatment-plan development and continuity.
Maintain current skills related to assigned responsibilities.
Participate in agency disaster response, recovery, or Continuity of Operations activities when assigned.
Perform other duties as assigned.