STNA; Therapeutic Program Worker - 3rd Shift

Overview

A Therapeutic Program Worker (TPW) is a direct care worker that helps residents with daily living skills and assists them with needs. Support given to the individual will vary based on each person’s needs and capabilities.

• Starting Hourly Pay: $22.60 per hour ($47,008 annually)
• 1st Raise in 6 Months: increase to $22.96 per hour
• $500 bonus after 120 days and another $500 bonus after one year
• Multiple pay increases over your years of service
• Shift differential pay for 2nd & 3rd shift
• Longevity increases start at your fifth year and grow as long as you stay with the State of Ohio
• Overtime opportunities
• Tuition Reimbursement up to $5,000 annually
• Potential for up to $4,000 in referral bonuses
• Incredible Medical Coverage begins the 1st of the month following your Start Date
• Free Dental & Vision After 1 Year
• Generous Benefits Package Including Vacation, Sick, Holiday, and Personal Leave
• Retirement/pension, deferred compensation, credit union benefits available
• View our full benefits package on (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below).-ohio

A Therapeutic Program Worker (TPW) is a direct care worker that helps residents with daily living skills and assists them with needs. Support given to the individual will vary based on each person’s needs and capabilities.

• Assists with eating, bathing, toileting, personal hygiene, oral hygiene, dressing, grooming, communications, assist with feeding
• Transport and attends activities or programs with residents
• Complete various daily, monthly, and other required documentation
• Observe & report any changes in symptoms, behaviors, accidents, incidents or injuries to charge nurse
• Perform light housekeeping duties in the living areas
• Applies safety & infection control measures
• Assists with redirecting unsafe actions to bring about positive outcomes
• Assist nursing personnel with admission, discharge & transfer of residents

• To be considered for this position, you must apply online through this posting website. (We no longer accept paper applications.)
• When completing your online Application, clearly describe how you meet each minimum qualification outlined in this posting.
• You can check the status of your application anytime by signing into your profile on this website.
• We will communicate with you through the email you provided in your profile and job application.

Applications must be received no later than 11:59 PM of the posting deadline date listed. Applications received after the deadline will not be considered. Applications must be submitted online at  Paper applications will not be accepted or considered.

The State of Ohio is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Provider of ADA Services. The Ohio Department of Veterans Services does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, gender identity or expression, mental or physical disability, genetic information, veteran status and/or military status in employment or the provision of services.

Note:

Those who are contacted for an interview should inform the Ohio Veterans Home Office of Human Resources as soon as possible if, as a result of a disability, they will need an accommodation to participate in any phase of the interview process. Such notice will not affect your eligibility to apply for this position.

Education and qualifications broadly include formal arithmetic and English language skills. In the Department of Developmental Disabilities, a high school diploma or certificate of high school equivalence is required, with further qualifications as noted by law. For Veteran Services positions, STNA certification and/or placement on the Ohio Nurse Aide Registry may be required. For roles requiring operation of a motor vehicle, a valid driver’s license is required.

Or equivalently, the Minimum Class Qualifications For Employment as noted above.

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Working Conditions:

May be required to stand for extended periods, lift heavy objects, and work weekends or mandatory overtime. Job Skills include Direct Support/Direct Care, Customer Service, Human Services, Veteran Services, Establishing Relationships, Flexibility, Situational Awareness, Teamwork, Confidentiality.

Agency Overview:
It is our honor and privilege to provide comfort and care to Ohio’s heroes — wartime veterans from across the state and all branches of service. The Ohio Veterans Homes, part of Ohio Department of Veterans Services, provide direct nursing home care and domiciliary living to qualified veterans in Sandusky and Georgetown. Visit  to learn more.