Therapeutic Program Worker - Intermittent

Therapeutic Program Worker - Intermittent

Job Number: 260001H2

Job Title: Therapeutic Program Worker - Intermittent

Location: Warrensville Developmental Center, 4325 Green Road, Highland Hills, OH 44128

Job Type: Part-time, Variable

Exempt from Union: Yes

Minimum Qualifications:

• No experience required
• Job Skills: Direct Support, Direct Care

Mandatory Overtime: Yes

• May be exposed to unpredictable resident behavior
• Must be able to bend, stoop, stand, lift, and run
• Developmental centers operate 24/7 year-round

Requirements:

• Submit to urinalysis prior to appointment to test for illegal drug use
• An applicant with a positive test result will not be offered employment
• Undergo a criminal background check
• Rule 5123-2-02 Background Investigations for Employment outlines disqualifying offenses

About the Job:

As a Therapeutic Program Worker, you will help residents with daily living skills and assist them in becoming more independent to achieve their goals. Support given to the individual will vary based on each persons needs and capabilities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide direct support and care to residents
• Assist residents with daily living skills
• Help residents achieve their goals and become more independent

Join Our Team:

The Ohio Department of Developmental Disabilities (DODD) is a trauma-informed care agency focused on implementing our core values and providing support to people with developmental disabilities. We oversee 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.

Benefits:

• Starting hourly pay: $22.60
• View our full benefits package on our Total Rewards website

What We Offer:

• A supportive and inclusive work environment
• Opportunities for professional growth and development
• A commitment to providing access and inclusion in our services, activities, programs, and employment opportunities

Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State:

We strive to be a Model Employer of Individuals with disabilities. The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs, and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws.

To Request a Reasonable Accommodation:

Please contact the ADA Coordinator by email at EEO-DiversityAffairs@dodd.ohio.gov.

Note:

• The State of Ohio is a drug-free Workplace, which prohibits the use of marijuana, recreational or non-medical cannabis.
• This position may be subject to additional restrictions pursuant to the State of Ohio Drug-Free Workplace Policy HR-39 and as outlined in the posting.