Resident Treatment TechnicianPrint (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/iowa/jobs/newprint/4456051) ApplyResident Treatment TechnicianSalary $42,660.80 - $62,940.80 AnnuallyLocation Woodward - 50276 - Boone County, IAJob TypeFull-timeJob Number24-03374Agency412 Health & Human Services - Woodward Resource CenterOpening Date04/03/2024Closing Date4/14/2024 11:59 PM CentralLinkedIn Tag#LI-POSTPoint of ContactVal Kilmer [email protected]
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Job DescriptionWoodward Resource Center (WRC) is seeking a Resident Treatment Technician (RTT) to join our team.The mission of Woodward Resource Center is to prepare and support individuals to live in the community of their choice. Discharge planning begins at admission.As part of the WRC team:
Work as assigned by Vocational Supervisor and Activity Specialists in the Vocational and Activity Program areas, providing on-going training for Individuals and staff. Instructs, leads, directs, and monitors work tasks for Individuals to ensure quality work. Serves as a lead staff to guide and mentor Resident Treatment Workers in supporting the work of the Individuals.
Order supplies and equipment as needed. Work in a variety of work/activity areas as needed. Serve as part of the IDT to recognize Individual's preference and identify supports needed. Give input on supports needed to enhance Individual skills in vocational, social, and in other related areas. Ensure documentation is completed as required.
Assist at houses as needed following all ICF/ID regulations and WRC policies. Working within both teams and get assignments for the day.
Administer treatment, medications to Individual as prescribed as trained. Follow heath care policies/procedures.
Escort Individuals to and from day programming, leisure activities and appointments: walk at a normal pace between buildings 1/4 mile apart several times a day, while supervising intellectually disabled Individuals and push/maneuver adult-sized wheelchairs.
Other duties as assigned.
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Competitive Health and Dental Package
Retirement (IPERS and deferred compensation)
Flexible Spending Account (medical and dependent care)
Life Insurance
Long-Term Disability Insurance
Employee Assistance Program
Employee Discount Programs
Vacation
Sick Leave
Paid Holidays
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How many months do you have of full time work experience as a nursing or therapeutic assistant in a health care facility or other facility for the intellectually disabled, mentally ill, elderly, physically ill or disabled?
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How many months do you have of combined post-high school course work with an emphasis in nursing and/or the social or behavioral sciencesANDexperience as a nursing or therapeutic assistant in a health care facility or other facility for the intellectually disabled, mentally ill, elderly, physically ill or disabled?
30 semester hours or equivalent academic units equals one year.NOTICE: Applicants may substitute a MAXIMUM of one year of education
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AgencyState of IowaAgency412 Health & Human Services - Woodward Resource CenterAddress1251 334th StWoodward, Iowa, 50276Websitehttp://dhs.iowa.gov/mhds/disability-services/resource-centers/woodwardApplyPlease verify your email addressVerify Email