Therapy Program Assistant

Under direct supervision of a professional therapist or other supervisor in a state department facility, institution, or  agency, implements a program of therapy activities, performing a variety of subprofessional tasks in various therapy programs such
as recreational, vocational, occupational,  physical, or behavior modification; does other related duties as required.

THREE (3) POSITIONS WILL WORK SUNDAY THROUGH THURSDAY ON EVENING SHIFT.
THREE (3) POSITIONS WILL WORK TUESDAY THROUGH SATURDAY ON EVENING SHIFT.

TRANSCRIPTS WILL NEED TO BE PROVIDED FOR COLLEGE CREDITS TO BE CONSIDERED.
 

EXPERIENCE: Two (2) years of experience in work involving the care and custody of persons confined to a hospital facility or institution for those who have developmental disabilities, mental illness, and/or physical handicaps assisting in the Implementation of occupational, physical, recreational, and/or behavioral therapy programs to improve the well-being of clients through a variety of therapeutic and rehabilitative activities.

SUBSTITUTION: Applicants who do not possess the required experience may substitute college credits in any combination of behavioral science, behavioral modification, education, fine arts, decorative arts, practical arts, occupational therapy, or recreation programs for clients with developmental disabilities and/or physical handicaps on a year-for-year basis up to two (2) years with thirty (30) semester hours being equal to one (1) year of experience.

LICENSE: Appointees will be required to possess a driver's license valid in New Jersey only if the operation of a vehicle, rather
than employee mobility, is necessary to perform essential duties of the position.

SPECIAL NOTE: Ability to physically lift, move, and position clients as needed.