Rehab Therapy Assistant

About the role

Logansport State Hospital is a state-operated inpatient psychiatric hospital for adults with mental illness. Using an interdisciplinary approach and evidence-based programming, we promote recovery and return of the individual to the community.

Salary

The salary for this position traditionally starts at $29,302.00 but may be commensurate with education and work experience. Use our Compensation Calculator to view the total compensation package.

A Day In The Life

• Direct, instruct, and supervise patients in specialized activities.
• Advise and reinforce patients on acceptable social behavior employing behavior modification or other techniques.
• Plan, schedule, execute activities for therapeutic field trips.
• Observe and document patient progress, attendance, behavior, and outcomes for the individual patients and make recommendations regarding changes in activities.
• Assist in the care and maintenance of facilities and ordering of supplies and equipment making minor repairs on special equipment.

What You'll Need For Success

• Six (6) months of work experience with preferred experience involving persons with developmental disabilities or a group home setting.
• Specialized knowledge of standard techniques and methods of providing rehabilitation.
• Knowledge of laws, regulations and policies related to rehabilitation therapy.
• Working knowledge of, and proper use of, special equipment or materials utilized in rehabilitation therapy.
• Working knowledge of sociology and psychology as they relate to assessing rehabilitation needs of patients.
• Working knowledge of, and ability to implement, behavior modification techniques to complement rehabilitation therapy programs.
• Ability to stimulate patient’s interests in specialized activities.
• Ability to assess patient’s progress and needs, changing instructional methods.
• Effective communication skills.

Supervisory Responsibilities/Direct Reports

This role may be utilized in a supervisory capacity based on agency needs.

Benefits Of Employment With The State Of Indiana

• Three (3) medical plan options (including RX coverage) as well as vision and dental plans
• Wellness Rewards Program: Complete wellness activities to earn gift card rewards
• Health savings account, which includes bi-weekly state contribution
• Deferred compensation 457(b) account (similar to 401(k) plan) with employer match
• Two (2) fully-funded pension plan options
• A robust, comprehensive program of leave policies covering a variety of employee needs, including but not limited to:
• 150 hours of paid New Parent Leave and up to eight weeks of paid Childbirth Recovery Leave for eligible mothers
• Up to 15 hours of paid community service leave
• Cumulative 180 hours of paid vacation, personal, and sick leave time off
• 12 paid holidays, 14 on election years
• Education Reimbursement Program
• Group life insurance
• Free Parking for most positions
• Free LinkedIn Learning access

Equal Employment Opportunity

The State of Indiana is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to recruiting, selecting, developing, and promoting employees based on individual ability and job performance. Reasonable accommodations may be available to enable individuals with disabilities to complete the application and interview process as well as perform the essential functions of a role.