- This position is a Therapeutic Activity Worker to cover all areas in the Program Department. The candidate must have good writing and communication skills and be able to lead a classroom or therapy area in the absence of the instructor.
- The duties of the Therapeutic Activity Worker involve providing escort service, direct care, and program assistance to developmentally disabled individuals. Work is performed under the direction of the Program Instructors in respective areas of assignment and the Program Director.
- Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following.
- Implements individual goal plans, alternate and /or back-up activities, and documents residents' attendance and progress in the program areas.
- Assists in organizing and conducting special events and off campus trips.
- Assists in residents; activities of daily living; such as toileting, feeding and other personal hygiene needs.
- Provides guidance in social, recreational, education and therapeutic activities.
- Escorts residents to and from scheduled program classes
Benefits
Merakey offers generous benefits that promote well-being, financial security, and work-life balance, including:
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus access to healthcare advocacy support.
- Retirement plan -- both pre-tax and Roth (after-tax) options available for employee contributions.
- DailyPay -- access your pay when you need it!
- On the Goga well-being platform, featuring self-care tools and resources.
- Access Care.com for backup childcare, elder care, and household services.
- Confidential counseling, legal, and financial services through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
- Tuition reimbursement and educational partnerships.
- Employee discounts and savings programs on entertainment, travel, and lifestyle.
- Access to Pryor Online Learning for free online personal development classes.
Learn more about our full benefits package - https://www.merakey.org/careers/benefits
About Merakey
Merakey is a non-profit provider of developmental, behavioral health, and education services. More than 8,000 employees provide support to nearly 40,000 individuals and families throughout 12 states across the country each year. Click here to watch a video about Merakey. Merakey strictly follows a zero-tolerance policy for abuse.
Merakey is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer! We deeply value diversity and do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, ethnic background, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, or disability status. Moreover, we are committed to creating teams that reflect the diversity of the communities we serve and encourage applicants from underrepresented backgrounds to apply. Merakey welcomes all Veterans to apply!
Qualifications- High School Diploma or GED preferred
- Valid and current Driver's License
- Experience working with Individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities preferred.
- Age 18 or older.
