State of Ohio Jobs – Direct Care Worker [Therapeutic Program Worker]- Established Term Appointment

Job Description:

Under general supervision, a Therapeutic Program Worker (TPW) provides direct care services and assists patients to function independently in self-help and daily living skills.

The mission of the Ohio Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services (OhioMHAS) is to provide statewide leadership of a high-quality mental health and addiction prevention, treatment and recovery system that is effective and valued by all Ohioans.

Job Responsibilities:

• Coaches patients to function independently in self-help & daily living skills (e.g., personal hygiene, feeding, grooming, etiquette, social skills)
• Institutes appropriate crisis intervention
• Completes charting, documentation, records & reports
• Performs variety of miscellaneous duties (e.g., light housekeeping in patient areas & living quarters; identifies & reports safety concerns; attends & completes required trainings & educational programs; shops for/with patients for clothing &/or personal belongings; provides clerical support).

Job Requirements:

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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.

Job Details:

Company: State of Ohio

Vacancy Type:  Full Time

Job Location: Columbus, OH, US

Application Deadline: N/A

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