STNATherapeutic Program Worker Bonus 241000

At the State of Ohio we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees*. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits visit ourTotal Rewards website! Our benefits package includes:

• Medical Coverage
• Free Dental Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period
• Paid time off including vacation personal sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year
• Childbirth Adoption and Foster Care leave
• Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds Public Service Loan Forgiveness and more)
• Public Retirement Systems (such as OPERS STRS SERS and HPRS)&Optional Deferred Compensation (Ohio Deferred Compensation)

*Benefits eligibility is dependent on a number of factors. The Agency Contact listed above will be able to provide specific benefits information for this position.

At the Ohio Veterans Homes we take pride in Serving Those Who Served. We are a team of dedicated public servants committed to high performance innovative thinking and delivering excellent and efficient services for our veterans.

**Why work for the State of Ohio visit State of Ohio is a drug-free workplace which prohibits the use of marijuana (recreational marijuana/non-medical cannabis). Please note this position may be subject to additional restrictions pursuant to the State of Ohio Drug-Free Workplace Policy (HR-39) and as outlined in the posting.

In compliance with federal law all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. The applicant is required to provide details of minimum qualifications on the application form. Failure to do so will prohibit consideration of the applicant. New hires agree to participate in the State of Ohio Direct Deposit of Paycheck Program per Section 124.151(B) of the Ohio Revised Code

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.

It is our honor and privilege to provide comfort and care to Ohios heroes - wartime veterans from all across the state and all branches of service. The Ohio Veterans Homes part of Ohio Department of Veterans Services are trauma informed care long-term care focused on providing excellent care to Ohios veterans. The Veteran Homes provide direct nursing home care at facilities in Sandusky and Georgetown as well as domiciliary living to qualified veterans in Sandusky. We aim to maintain an inclusive work environment and commit ourselves to develop talented inclusive and dedicated employees.

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THERAPEUTIC PROGRAM WORKER

ALL THE GOOD STUFF!

• Starting Hourly Pay: $22.60 per hour ($47008 annually)
• 1st Raise in 6 Months: increase to $22.96 per hour ($47757 annually)
• $500 bonus after 120 days and another $500 bonus after one year
• Multiple pay increases over your first 5 years of service with an end salary of $25.77 per hour ($53602 annually for first shift employees)
• Shift differential pay for 2nd & 3rd shift
• Longevity increases start at your fifth year and grows as long as you stay with the State of Ohio
• Overtime opportunities
• Tuition Reimbursement up to $5000 annually
• Potential for up to $4000 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 our Total Rewards website!

What does a Therapeutic Program Worker do at the Veterans Homes

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 persons needs and capabilities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist 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 admissions discharge & transfer of residents

Qualifications:

• Current STNA/CNA certification or listed on the Ohio Nurse Aide Registry
• High school diploma or equivalent
• No experience required

Next Steps:

• Ready to apply Complete your application on
• Have questions Work at ODVS Department of Veterans Services and or call the contact staff on this posting

The Ohio Department of Veterans Services is committed to providing access inclusion and reasonable accommodations in its services activities programs and employment opportunities in accordance with Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). To request an accommodation please send an email to .

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

Drug-Free Workplace

The State of Ohio is a drug-free Workplace which prohibits the use of marijuana (recreational marijuana/non-medical cannabis). Please note positions may be subject to additional restrictions pursuant to the State of Ohio Drug-Free Workplace Policy (HR-39) and as outlined in the posting.

Formal education in arithmetic that includes addition & subtraction & in reading writing & speaking common English Department of Developmental Disabilities must also possess a high school diploma or a certificate of high school equivalence pursuant to Chapter 5123:2-3-01(F) (1) (c). For positions that require operation of motor vehicle to transport consumers to recreational educational &/or occupational activities a valid drivers license is required.

-Or equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications For Employment noted above.

Job Skills: Direct Support/Direct Care

Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a model employer of individuals with disabilities. The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services activities programs and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws.