Therapist III

Job Description

Job Description

Introduction

Make a Difference with DHSS

Our mission at the Department of Health and Social Services (DHSS) is to improve the quality of life of Delaware citizens by promoting health and well-being, fostering self-sufficiency, and protecting vulnerable populations. We prioritize personal and family independence by assisting individuals and families in a variety of life areas.

We offer numerous career opportunities and are dedicated to attracting and retaining highly talented individuals who are ready to make a difference in their community today. DHSS is a great place to kick-start your profession.

For more information, please visit  https : / / dhss.delaware.gov / dhss /  today!

Summary Statement

Join a vibrant team of Activity Aides and Therapists leading residents in engaging experiences and community outings. At Stockley, we believe in Active Treatment and meaningful interaction, supported by a dedicated activity team. This position assigns, assesses, evaluates, monitors, and supervises therapeutic programs and staff, trains staff, schedules a robust calendar, ensures and supports person-centered plans, completes and reviews assessments and documentation to meet regulations and standards, and serves as Administrator on Duty as assigned.

Essential Functions

Essential functions are fundamental, core functions common to all positions in the class series and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job duties for any one position in the class. Since class specifications are descriptive and not restrictive, incumbents can complete job duties of similar kind not specifically listed here.

• Administers treatment, applying knowledge of applicable therapy discipline.
• Plans and prepares written treatment plans based on evaluation of individual's data.
• Evaluates effects of treatment at various stages and adjusts treatment to achieve maximum benefit.
• Instructs, motivates and assists individuals in performance of various activities and use of support devices.
• Instructs individuals, their families and other treatment staff in treatment procedures.
• Prepares records and reports on individual's progress.

Job Requirements

JOB REQUIREMENTS for Therapist III

Applicants must have education, training and / or experience demonstrating competence in each of the following areas :

Conditions of Hire

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. The State of Delaware participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. For more information refer to our Job Seeker Resources.

DHSS does not provide employment-based sponsorship.

Criminal background check :  A satisfactory criminal background check is required as a condition of hire.  The recruiting agency may require the applicant to pay for the criminal background check as part of the conditional offer of hire.

Pre-employment Drug Testing :   Upon a conditional offer, you must undergo pre-employment drug testing as part of the hiring process.

Upon a conditional offer, the applicant must undergo a pre-employment base line two step tuberculin skin test (TST) as part of the hiring process.

This position is a classification organized under an exclusive bargaining representative (labor organization) that has been elected by employees as their representative for collective bargaining and other applicable terms and conditions of employment, in accordance with Title 29, Chapter 59 and Title 19, Chapter 13 and 16.  This position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement based on its individual terms.

All new hires are required to report to the Statewide New Employee Orientation (SNEO) on their first day of employment. Sessions are held at designated locations in Kent or New Castle County.

Benefits

To learn more about the comprehensive benefit package please visit our website at  https : / / dhr.delaware.gov / benefits /

Company Description

Stockley Center, located in Southern Delaware, is a Medicaid certified Intermediate Care Facility for individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities. The 50 - bed facility provides both intermediate and skilled nursing care for individuals requiring a variety of complex supports and medical needs. Each residential suite is staffed by registered nurses and certified nursing assistants among other ancillary staff members assisting residents to meet their physical, mental, personal and social goals, wishes, and desires.

Company Description

Stockley Center, located in Southern Delaware, is a Medicaid certified Intermediate Care Facility for individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities. The 50 - bed facility provides both intermediate and skilled nursing care for individuals requiring a variety of complex supports and medical needs. Each residential suite is staffed by registered nurses and certified nursing assistants among other ancillary staff members assisting residents to meet their physical, mental, personal and social goals, wishes, and desires.