Therapist Technicians work as a team to provide training and support to individuals who require assistance to live in the community. Duties include:
- transporting consumers to and assisting them with activities
- training and assisting consumers in completing household chores (cooking, cleaning, laundry, hygiene)
- supervising administration of medications
- providing input regarding client needs and progress in interdisciplinary meetings
- monitoring consumers for safety and reporting any concerns to supervisor or RN
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Excellent written communication and computer keyboarding for documenting training
- Excellent verbal communication with consumers, staff, and community providers
- Stooping, bending, sitting, standing for prolonged periods and lifting up to 50lbs..
- Ability to be CPR and SAMA certified
- Valid driver's license, liability insurance, and reliable transportation required
- Local travel 100% of the time
- Assist with daily living skills
Education and Experience
- High school diploma or GED
- 6 months work experience with individuals with developmental disabilities strongly Preferred
- Valid Driver's License and proof of Liability Insurance Required
Hours: 8P-8A Saturday and Sunday and 2P-10P Tuesday and Thursday with an added weekend night shift differential of $2.00 per hour
Salary: $17,402 Annually/ $8.3663 hourly
Location: 39th St Waco
Department: Group Home
This is a full time position