Rehab Therapist - Mental Health 266

"They made it easier for me to live, breathe, eat, and stay clean. Without them, I'd be waiting somewhere, waiting for someone to give me a chance to live..." - Client from Telecare

What You Will Do to Change Lives

Under supervision, the Rehabilitation Therapist provides rehabilitation therapy services to members served, both on an individual and group basis.

Shifts Available:

Full-Time | AM | Shifts: 11:00am to 7:30pm | Days: Monday-Friday

Expected starting wage is $28.43-$35.13 per hour. The full wage range goes up to $41.84. Telecare applies geographic differentials to its pay ranges. The pay range assigned to this role will be based on the geographic location from which the role is performed. Starting pay is commensurate with relevant experience above the minimum requirements. Depending on what shifts you are asked to work: Shift differentials for hourly staff (6% for PM Shift, 10% for Overnight Shift). Weekend Shift differentials for hourly staff (5% for Weekend AM Shift, 11% for Weekend PM Shift, 15% for Weekend Overnight Shift)

What You Bring to the Table (Must Have)

• B.S./B.A. degree in Occupational, Recreational, Music, Dance, Drama or Art Therapy or Vocational Counseling, license/registration commensurate with degree, and 6 months of experience in behavioral health setting
• Discipline certification or licensure may be required per program licensure or accrediting body requirements
• Must be CPR, Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI), and First Aid certified on date of employment or within 60 days of employment and maintain current certification throughout employment
• All opportunities at Telecare are contingent upon successful completion and receipt of acceptable results of the applicable post-offer physical examination, 2-step PPD test for tuberculosis, acceptable criminal background clearances, excluded party sanctions, and degree or license verification. If the position requires driving, valid driver license, a motor vehicle clearance, and proof of auto insurance is required at time of employment and must be maintained throughout employment. Additional regulatory, contractual or local requirements may apply.

Preferred:

• MA/MS in Occupational, Recreational, Music, Dance, Drama or Art Therapy or Vocational Counseling

KEY RESULT AREAS

MISSION, VALUES AND BELIEFS

• Demonstrates the Telecare mission, purpose, values and beliefs in everyday language and contact with clients, the public and other staff members.

QUALITY AND QUANTITY OF WORK

• Provides safe, effective and efficient implementation of direct care in accordance with established policies, procedures and standards of care.
• Establishes and maintains a therapeutic relationship with clients and acts as a role model in maintaining a hopeful and positive attitude in problem-solving and coping with the disabilities associated with mental illness.
• Attends and participates in community meetings and groups.
• Coordinates and provides rehabilitation treatment services for assigned clients, including:
  
  
  
  1. Developing a schedule of therapeutic activities with and for individual clients.
  2. Coordinating and monitoring daily activities.
  3. Coordinating and supervising clients on outings.
  4. Coordinating client fund raisers and special activities.
  5. Driving the van on outings, as assigned.
  
  
  
  

• Provides clinical supervision for Rehabilitation Activity Leaders, interns and volunteers, as directed.
• Leads and co-leads therapeutic groups.
• Participates in the planning of the Rehabilitation Program.
• Participates in the development of the Individual Treatment Plan.

TEAM MEMBER PARTICIPATION

• Participates as a team member and provides input via reporting observations, concerns and asking appropriate questions.
• Reviews and implements client treatment plans.
• Actively participates and facilitates in multidisciplinary team meetings and treatment planning meetings.
• Demonstrates knowledge of Professional Assault Response Training (PART) principles and uses PART concepts to manage aggressive behavior.

ASSESSMENT

• Observes, records and reports client social, ADL and psychiatric behavior.
• Completes the psycho-social assessment, including assessing the clients educational and vocational needs.

JUDGMENT, DECISION MAKING AND INITIATIVE

• Demonstrates knowledge and proper use of equipment and supplies, including:
  
  
  
  1. Actively participating in maintaining the inventory and ordering of equipment and supplies.
  2. Maintaining order and cleanliness in the Rehabilitation Activity Rooms.
  3. Monitoring the upkeep and safety of equipment and supplies.
  
  
  
  

• Promotes and assists clients in developing self-help skills.

RELATIONSHIPS WITH OTHERS

• Demonstrates a good rapport and cooperative working relationships with all members of the team; responds to co-workers with concern and promotes group morale.

QUALITY IMPROVEMENT

• Continually focuses on assigned tasks and seeks and implements improvements as necessary.
• Understands and demonstrates the safety program in all activities.
• Protects clients from behavior that could damage themselves or others.
• Practices universal precautions at all times.

CUSTOMER AND COMMUNITY RELATIONS

• Demonstrates a knowledge of Telecare's customers including clients, families and governmental agencies in all interactions and conduct.
• Acts in a professional manner, always demonstrating respect and understanding of the community and neighborhood when representing Telecare in the community.

PLANNING AND TIME UTILIZATION

• Completes and follows through with tasks and assignments, meeting expected deadlines.

ATTENDANCE AND RELIABILITY

• Understands and demonstrates knowledge of all policies associated with attendance.

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

• Attends all assigned in-service education classes.
• Role models excellent professional practice.
• Always dresses appropriately and professionally.

Duties and responsibilities may be added, deleted and/or changed at the discretion of management.