Rehab Therapy Tech III Job at Health & Human Services Comm
Health & Human Services Comm Vernon, TX 76384
$3,048 a month
Rehab Therapy Tech III
Are you ready to be professionally challenged? Are you looking to be part of a dynamic team of engaged and committed professionals? Then the State Hospital System (SHS) may be just the place for you! The SHS is comprised of nine psychiatric hospitals located throughout the state and one youth residential psychiatric center in Waco. The SHS is a hub of excellence for forensic mental health and complex psychiatric care, with all facilities accredited by The Joint Commission. The hospitals provide state-of-the-art treatment that is recovery-oriented and science-based. Whether in a direct-care or support role, your contribution will make a difference in the life of a Texan.
Rehab Therapy Tech III-Performs moderately complex-level rehabilitation therapy work with patients in a Forensic Psychiatric setting (Adolescent Forensic Program/Maximum Security Unit-Music Therapy). Work involves providing rehabilitative services to clients with mental impairments utilizing the principles of social learning. Works under moderate supervision of Board Certified Music Therapist and Lead Rehab Therapy Tech with limited latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgement.
Must understand that duties, location, and shift patterns are subject to change as determined by the administration to meet the needs of the hospital. Occupational hazards include the potential for physical injury and stress associated with serving persons with a potential for violent behavior.
HIPPA Access: Health Care: PHI 1-B, this employee has full access to a limited set of records in accordance with HIPPA
Are you ready to be professionally challenged? Are you looking to be part of a dynamic team of engaged and committed professionals? Then the State Hospital System (SHS) may be just the place for you! The SHS is comprised of nine psychiatric hospitals located throughout the state and one youth residential psychiatric center in Waco. The SHS is a hub of excellence for forensic mental health and complex psychiatric care, with all facilities accredited by The Joint Commission. The hospitals provide state-of-the-art treatment that is recovery-oriented and science-based. Whether in a direct-care or support role, your contribution will make a difference in the life of a Texan.
Rehab Therapy Tech III-Performs moderately complex-level rehabilitation therapy work with patients in a Forensic Psychiatric setting (Adolescent Forensic Program/Maximum Security Unit-Music Therapy). Work involves providing rehabilitative services to clients with mental impairments utilizing the principles of social learning. Works under moderate supervision of Board Certified Music Therapist and Lead Rehab Therapy Tech with limited latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgement.
Must understand that duties, location, and shift patterns are subject to change as determined by the administration to meet the needs of the hospital. Occupational hazards include the potential for physical injury and stress associated with serving persons with a potential for violent behavior.
HIPPA Access: Health Care: PHI 1-B, this employee has full access to a limited set of records in accordance with HIPPA
Essential Job Functions:
Attends work on a regular basis and may be required 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.
Conducts groups or direct services to patients utilizing the fundamental principles of social learning to include modeling, shaping, over-learning, reinforcement, extinction, and generalization. (60%)
Initiates and supervises special functions for the MSU population. (5%)
Ensures the safety of all persons served as evidenced by providing a safe and risk-free environment. (5%)
Responsibly prepares supplies/equipment for all therapeutic activities. (5%)
Completes documentation of necessary patient related information and maintains accurate information relating to the support of the persons served. (5%)
Attends and or provides necessary training in order to stay competent to perform the assigned duties of the position. All training is completed as scheduled and within the designated hospital guidelines. (5%)
Adheres to HHSC, NTSH, and Rehab Policies and Procedures. (5%)
Employee actively participates and/or serves in a supporting role to meet the agency's obligations for disaster response and/or recovery or Continuity of Operations (COOP) activation. (5%)
Performs related work as assigned. (5%)
Attends work on a regular basis and may be required 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.
Conducts groups or direct services to patients utilizing the fundamental principles of social learning to include modeling, shaping, over-learning, reinforcement, extinction, and generalization. (60%)
Initiates and supervises special functions for the MSU population. (5%)
Ensures the safety of all persons served as evidenced by providing a safe and risk-free environment. (5%)
Responsibly prepares supplies/equipment for all therapeutic activities. (5%)
Completes documentation of necessary patient related information and maintains accurate information relating to the support of the persons served. (5%)
Attends and or provides necessary training in order to stay competent to perform the assigned duties of the position. All training is completed as scheduled and within the designated hospital guidelines. (5%)
Adheres to HHSC, NTSH, and Rehab Policies and Procedures. (5%)
Employee actively participates and/or serves in a supporting role to meet the agency's obligations for disaster response and/or recovery or Continuity of Operations (COOP) activation. (5%)
Performs related work as assigned. (5%)
Knowledge Skills Abilities:
Knowledge of therapeutic methods and techniques in the rehabilitation therapy area of specialization.
Knowledge of the methods and techniques of planning and conducting activities for mentally and physically ill patients.
Skill in the use of equipment, tools, and materials used in therapeutic service activities.
Computer knowledge and skills.
Ability to provide rehabilitative therapy and to communicate effectively.
Ability/willingness to work with supervisor, co-workers and follow established policy and procedures.
Must continually present self as a role model to all persons in contact with.
Ability to exercise good discretionary judgement in the conduct of duties.
Knowledge of therapeutic methods and techniques in the rehabilitation therapy area of specialization.
Knowledge of the methods and techniques of planning and conducting activities for mentally and physically ill patients.
Skill in the use of equipment, tools, and materials used in therapeutic service activities.
Computer knowledge and skills.
Ability to provide rehabilitative therapy and to communicate effectively.
Ability/willingness to work with supervisor, co-workers and follow established policy and procedures.
Must continually present self as a role model to all persons in contact with.
Ability to exercise good discretionary judgement in the conduct of duties.
Registration or Licensure Requirements:
Initial Selection Criteria:
Experience in therapeutic work. Graduation from a standard senior high school or equivalent.
Experience in therapeutic work. Graduation from a standard senior high school or equivalent.
Additional Information:
Requisition Number 566165
This position serves as a Rehab Therapy Tech III in the Music Therapy Department.
Applicants must pass a fingerprint criminal background check, pre-employment drug screen, and registry checks including the Client Abuse/Neglect Reporting System (CANRS), Nurse Aid, Medication Aide and Employee Misconduct, and HHS OIG list of Excluded Individuals/Entities. Males between the ages of 18-25 must be registered with the Selective Service.
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), HHS agencies will provide reasonable accommodation during the hiring and selection process for qualified individual s with a disability. If you need assistance completing the on-line application, contact the CAPPS service center at 1-888-894-4747. If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodation to participate in the interview process, please notify the person scheduling the interview.
Requisition Number 566165
This position serves as a Rehab Therapy Tech III in the Music Therapy Department.
Applicants must pass a fingerprint criminal background check, pre-employment drug screen, and registry checks including the Client Abuse/Neglect Reporting System (CANRS), Nurse Aid, Medication Aide and Employee Misconduct, and HHS OIG list of Excluded Individuals/Entities. Males between the ages of 18-25 must be registered with the Selective Service.
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), HHS agencies will provide reasonable accommodation during the hiring and selection process for qualified individual s with a disability. If you need assistance completing the on-line application, contact the CAPPS service center at 1-888-894-4747. If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodation to participate in the interview process, please notify the person scheduling the interview.
MOS Code:
Note: Military occupations(s) that relate to the initial selection criteria and registration or licensure requirements for this position may include: 68L, 65A, 65B, HM, 4C0X1. For more information see the Texas State Auditor's Military Crosswalk at http://www.hr.sao.state.tx.us/Compensation/JobDescriptions.aspx.
Note: Military occupations(s) that relate to the initial selection criteria and registration or licensure requirements for this position may include: 68L, 65A, 65B, HM, 4C0X1. For more information see the Texas State Auditor's Military Crosswalk at http://www.hr.sao.state.tx.us/Compensation/JobDescriptions.aspx.
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In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), HHS agencies will provide reasonable accommodation during the hiring and selection process for qualified individuals with a disability. If you need assistance completing the on-line application, contact the HHS Employee Service Center at 1-888-894-4747. If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodation to participate in the interview process, please notify the person scheduling the interview.
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