Rehab Ther Asst 1
Indianapolis, IN, US, 46218
Work for Indiana
Begin a fulfilling career with the State of Indiana by joining one of the largest employers in the state, offering a diverse range of opportunities across 60+ agencies. At the state, you'll find competitive compensation, a robust benefits package and a commitment to work-life balance. Most importantly, you'll have the chance to make a real and measurable impact on the lives of Hoosiers across Indiana.
At the State of Indiana, we don’t just talk about diversity and inclusion—we make it our goal to create a welcoming, accessible, and equitable workplace with a workforce that is representative of Indiana's population. As a proud equal opportunity employer, 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.
About Neurodiagnostic Institute:
The Neurodiagnostic Institute and Advanced Treatment Center (NDI) is located on the Community Hospital East campus in Indianapolis delivering advanced evaluations and treatments for patients with psychiatric illness.
Together the NDI and the Indiana Family and Social Services Administration (FSSA) offer a modern, healing atmosphere for all Hoosiers.
Salary Statement:
The salary for this position traditionally starts at $29,302.00 but may be commensurate with education or work experience.
A Day in the Life:
The essential functions of this role are as follows:
- 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.
The job profile is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.
What You'll Need for Success:
You must meet the following requirements to be considered for employment:
- 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:
Benefits of Employment with the State of Indiana:
The State of Indiana offers a comprehensive benefit package for full-time employees which includes:
- 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
- Flexible work scheduling option, including the potential for hybrid remore work for employees whose work may be performed outside state facilities
- Deferred compensation 457B account (similar to 401k 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
- Up to 15 hours of paid community service leave
- Combined 180 hours of paid vacation, personal, and sick leave time off
- 12 paid holidays, 14 on election years
- Education Reimbursement Program
- Group life insurance
- Referral Bonus program
- Employee assistance program that allows for covered behavioral health visits
- Qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
- 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. Our policy is to provide equal employment opportunity to all people in all aspects of employer-employee relations without discrimination because of race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, physical or mental disability, or veteran status. We will comply with the spirit as well as the letter of all applicable state and federal laws.
If you are a qualified individual with a disability and require reasonable accommodations to complete this application, you can request assistance by contacting the Indiana State Personnel Department at [email protected].
The State of Indiana has established a culture that welcomes equity, inclusion, and opportunity for all employees and applicants. We encourage you to apply if you feel you have the transferrable skills to be successful in this position and we look forward to reviewing your application.
Nearest Major Market: Indianapolis
