Rehab Therapy Tech - Patient Services

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Title:

Rehab Therapy Tech - Patient Services

Job Title:

Rehab Therapy Tech IV
Agency:Health & Human Services Comm
Department:Administrative Sct
Posting Number:18824
Closing Date:11/09/2026
Posting Audience:Internal and External
Occupational Category:Healthcare Support
Salary Range:$1,824.91-$2,297.25
Pay Frequency: Monthly
Salary Group:TEXAS-A-14
Shift:Day
Additional Shift:
Telework:Not Eligible for Telework
Travel:Up to 10%
Regular/Temporary:Regular
Full Time/Part Time:Part time
FLSA Exempt/Non-Exempt:Nonexempt
Facility

Location:

Austin State Hospital
Job Location City:AUSTIN
Job Location Address:4110 GUADALUPE
Other Locations:
MOS Codes: 4C0X1,65A,65B,66C,66R,68F,68L,HM

Would you thrive in an environment where you learn and grow personally and professionally all while helping make a positive impact on people’s lives? Do you appreciate being around others like yourself who are dependable, trustworthy, hard workers who believe in the value of teamwork? HSCS is dedicated to building an atmosphere where employees feel valued and supported while providing specialized care for Texans in need.

HSCS is comprised of ten psychiatric hospitals, two youth residential treatment facilities, and thirteen state supported living centers. Psychiatric hospitals are a hub of excellence for forensic mental health and complex psychiatric care, with all facilities accredited by The Joint Commission. They provide state-of-the-art treatment that is recovery-oriented and science-based. If providing hope and healing through compassionate, innovative, and individualized care interests you, we welcome your application for the position below.

The Rehab Therapy Tech IV performs highly complex (senior-level) rehabilitative therapy work. Work involves assisting in the development, implementation, and execution of a planned and assigned program of rehabilitative therapy. Assists with assigning and/or providing guidance to other staff. Assists in training all new rehabilitation staff. Works under general supervision, with moderate latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.

Performs other duties as assigned. Other duties as assigned include but are not limited to actively participating and/or serving in a supporting role to meet the agency’s obligations for disaster response and/or recovery or Continuity of Operations (COOP) activation. Such participation may require an alternate shift pattern assignment and/or location.

Attends work on a regular basis and may be asked to work a specific shift schedule or, at times, even a rotating schedule, extended shift and/or overtime in accordance with agency leave policy and performs other duties as assigned.

Knowledge of methods and techniques used in providing rehabilitation activities and services, and of mental illness and mental disabilities.

Knowledge of regulations, policies, and procedures.

Knowledge of supervising and overseeing the work of others.

Skills in utilizing computer hardware and software.

Skills in the use of equipment, tools, and materials used in therapeutic service activities.

Ability to use necessary equipment to carry out rehabilitation activities.

Ability to evaluate a patient’s level of participation in programming.

Ability to document progress and behavior appropriately.

Ability to interact effectively with patients, family members and staff.

Ability to communicate both orally and in writing.

Ability to instruct and train others.

Must possess a valid Texas driver license or obtain it no later than 90 days after hire date to drive a state vehicle. Applicants with an out-of-state driver license must provide an original certified driving record from the state of driving licensure. Eligible driving record required based on HHSC Fleet Management policy.

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