Rehab Therapy Assistant

State of Indiana

Evansville, IN

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JOB DETAILS

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LOCATION

Evansville, IN

POSTED

30+ days ago

Rehab Therapy Assistant

Date Posted: Aug 6, 2025

Requisition ID: 463756

Location:

Evansville, IN, US, 47714

Work for Indiana

Begin a fulfilling career with the State of Indiana by joining one of the largest employers in the state, offering a 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.

About Evansville State Hospital :

Evansville State Hospital is one of the Indiana State Psychiatric Hospitals who are committed to the mission of Hope and Recovery. Residing on 88 acres on the east side of Evansville, Ind., our facility provides medical treatment for chronic mental illness and substance abuse disorders from our dedicated team of psychiatrists and advanced practice professionals. Active Treatment helps our patients achieve their goals directed towards living in the most non-restrictive environment possible.

Our team of professionals assist our patients in the treatment process involving medical staff, nursing, psychology, social work, rehabilitation therapy and our community integration program. Evansville State Hospital continues to maintain accreditation through The Joint Commission as an Inpatient Psychiatric Hospital as well as Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services certification as a Psychiatric Medicare/Medicaid Hospital.

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.

+ Able to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.

Supervisory Responsibilities/Direct Reports:

This role may be utilized in a supervisory capacity based on agency needs.

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

+ Deferred compensation 457(b) account (similar to 401(k) 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 and up to eight weeks of paid Childbirth Recovery Leave for eligible mothers

+ 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. 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. If you require reasonable accommodations to complete this application, you can request assistance by contacting the Indiana State Personnel Department at jobs@spd.IN.gov.

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About the Company

State of Indiana

A State of Opportunities! Indiana State Government is a goal driven, performance oriented, customer focused workforce. If you are looking to advance your career in a dynamic and energized environment, then we welcome you to explore opportunities within state employment. In joining our workforce, you will gain a rewarding experience working on behalf of Hoosiers to build a better Indiana.

No other organization can offer the diversity of careers, the upward mobility or the ability to change disciplines like the State of Indiana. Plus you'll find that enhancing your job description is something that is actually encouraged throughout the organization.

Indiana State Government has more than 70 state agencies and approximately 31,000 Full-Time Employees located throughout the state. Within our agencies we are proud to offer a diverse workforce and a variety of job categories that include: Architecture & Engineering, Clerical & Office Support, Education, Training & Library Science, Executive, Health Care, Human & Social Services, Information Technology, Law Enforcement and Public Safety, Legal, Accounting & Finance, Human Resources, Environmental & Natural Resources, Animal Health, Maintenance Trades, Biologic & Scientific, Transportation, Food Service, Administrative & Managerial.

To search for your next career opportunity with Indiana State Government, please visit our website at www.in.gov/spd.

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INDUSTRY

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WEBSITE

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