Rehabilitation Therapy Tech V
Listed on 2026-08-04
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Healthcare
Rehabilitation, Mental Health
Career Opportunities:
Rehabilitation Therapy Tech V (18068)
Posting 18068
-Posted
06/18/2026
- Health & Human Services Comm
- Vernon South Campus
- Healthcare Support
- Vernon State Hospital
- Not Eligible for Telework
- Other Locations (1) -b. $3000 - $4999 per month
Join the Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) and be part of a team committed to creating a positive impact in the lives of fellow Texans. At HHSC, your contributions matter, and we support you at each stage of your life and work journey. Our comprehensive benefits package includes 100% paid employee health insurance for full-time eligible employees, a defined benefit pension plan, generous time off benefits, numerous opportunities for career advancement and more.
Explore more details on the Benefits of Working at HHS webpage .
Functional
Title:
Rehabilitation Therapy Tech V
Job Title:
Rehab Therapy Tech V
Agency:Health & Human Services Comm
Department:Vernon South Campus
Posting Number:18068
Closing Date:09/16/2026
Posting Audience:Internal and External
Occupational Category:Healthcare Support
Salary Range:$4,094.50-$5,094.16
Pay Frequency: Monthly
Salary Group:TEXAS-A-16
Shift:Day
Additional Shift:None
Telework:Not Eligible for Telework
Travel:Up to 5%
Regular/Temporary:Regular
Full Time/Part Time:Full time
FLSA Exempt/Non-Exempt:Nonexempt
Facility
Location:
Vernon State Hospital
Job Location City:VERNON
Job Location Address:4730 COLLEGE DR
Other Locations:Vernon
MOS Codes: 4C0X1,65A,65B,66C,66R,68F,68L,HM
Brief
Job Description:
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. The 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.
The Rehabilitation Therapy Technician V performs advanced (senior level) rehabilitative therapy work. Responsibilities include developing a comprehensive, structured, hospital-wide recreational activity program; developing and providing training for new Rehab Therapy Technicians, as well as continuing education for experienced Rehab Therapy Technicians; maintaining inventory of supplies and equipment; providing necessary instruction to assist patients in attaining optimum level of performance; providing services in groups or on an individual basis.
The Rehabilitation Therapy Technician documents progress or changes in patient’s behavior. Participates as a member of the multidisciplinary recovery team. Works under limited supervision, with considerable 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.
Essential Job Functions (EJFs):
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.
Independently leads and assists in the development of activity-based functional and recreational programs using relevant tasks for patient population. Schedules and instructs patients in therapeutic/wellness activities to include, but not limited to, exercise, arts and crafts, and outdoor sports. Coordinates hospital-wide…
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