Therapeutic Technician

Balance Life & Work with a New Career Opportunity

(LONG TERM CARE)

(SHORT TERM REHAB)

(SKILLED NURSING)

(ASSISTED LIVING)

(SUB ACUTE CARE)

Now Hiring - Therapeutic Technician - Holyoke, MA

Minimum $17.00 to Maximum $26.00

Compensation will be based on, but not limited to experience, qualifications, credentials, employment status, and work schedule.

Care-One at Holyoke

The Therapeutic Assistant will be responsible for:

• Provide resident supervision, including special staffing, lobby, smoking, patio, and dining room.
• Monitor attendance at assigned activities and maximize participation through appropriate motivational techniques.
• Perform restorative and rehabilitative procedures, as instructed.
• Supervise residents in performance of activities of adult daily living, such as daily dental mouth care, bathing, hair care, and nail care.
• Visually and audibly observe and report on resident’s physical and psychiatric conditions, reporting significant changes to the Nurse Manager and Therapeutic Supervisor.
• Assist resident with the shaping of new behaviors by providing timely feedback.
• Encourage interaction and socialization with staff and peers, while acting as a role model.
• Participate in the development of a plan of care for each resident.
• Implement individualized behavioral goals outlined in Care Plan.
• Assist in the development of individualized behavioral protocols.
• Demonstrate knowledge of crisis management techniques through training and certification in CPI (Crisis Prevention and Intervention).
• Respond to behavioral codes, providing early intervention and de-escalation of situation.
• Participate in in-service education, as provided by facility.
• Accompany residents to community appointments, assuring safety at all times.
• Transport residents in facility vehicles, as directed.

Position Requirements:

• Bachelor's Degree in Mental Health or related field, preferred
• 1+ year of direct health care experience
• Current CNA license, a plus
• Valid Driver's license