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Job Location drjobs

Dover, DE - USA

Monthly Salary drjobs

Not Disclosed

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Salary Not Disclosed

Vacancy

1 Vacancy

Job Description

Introduction

Make a Difference with DHSS

Our mission at the Department of Health and Social Services (DHSS) is to improve the quality of life of Delaware citizens by promoting health and wellbeing fostering selfsufficiency and protecting vulnerable populations. We prioritize personal and family independence by assisting individuals and families in a variety of life areas.

We offer numerous career opportunities and are dedicated to attracting and retaining highly talented individuals who are ready to make a difference in their community today. DHSS is a great place to kickstart your profession.

For more information please visit today!

Summary Statement

The employee assists and/or instructs individuals in a range of therapy activities following established procedures and under the close supervision of a technical superior. Responsibilities include guiding individuals through therapy activities such as basic living skills sensorimotor exercises psychosocial engagement and preparation for therapy treatments. The employee monitors and records individual progress ensures adequate supplies and materials are available and maintains the cleanliness and functionality of work areas and equipment.

Essential Functions

Essential functions are fundamental core functions common to all positions in the class series and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job duties for any one position in the class. Since class specifications are descriptive and not restrictive incumbents can complete job duties of similar kind not specifically listed here.

THERAPY ASSISTANT

  • Provides support in planning implementing and administering activities and providing instruction.
  • Assists therapist in developing treatment plans and conducting evaluations.
  • Confers with therapist and others to discuss and evaluate individuals information for planning modifying or coordinating treatment.

Job Requirements

JOB REQUIREMENTS for Therapy Assistant
Applicants must have education training and/or experience demonstrating competence in each of the following areas:

  1. Knowledge of therapy practices.
  2. Knowledge of record keeping.
  3. Depending on job assignment possession of one of the following certification license or registration:
  • Delaware Occupational Therapy Assistant license

Additional Posting Information

This posting may be closed on or before 7/7/2025 upon filling the vacant position

Conditions of Hire

Criminal background check:A satisfactory criminal background check is required as a condition of hire. The recruiting agency may require the applicant to pay for the criminal background check as part of the conditional offer of hire.

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. The State of Delaware participates in EVerify and will provide the federal government with your Form I9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. For more information refer to ourJob Seeker Resources.

DHSS does not provide employmentbased sponsorship.

Benefits

To learn more about the comprehensive benefit package please visit our website at Process

The application and supplemental questionnaire are evaluated based upon a rating of your education training and experience as they relate to the job requirements of the position. It is essential that you provide complete and accurate information on your application and the supplemental questionnaire to include dates of employment job title and job duties. For education and training list name of educational provider training course titles and summary of course content. Narrative information supplied in response to the questions must be supported by the information supplied on the application including your employment education and training history as it relates to the job requirements.

Once you have submitted your application online all future correspondence related to your application will be sent via email. Please keep your contact information current. You may also view all correspondence sent to you by the State of Delaware in the My Applications tab .

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