Rehabilitation Therapist

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, youll find competitive compensation, a robust benefits package and a commitment to work-life balance. Most importantly, youll have the chance to make a real and measurable impact on the lives of Hoosiers across Indiana.

About Richmond State Hospital:

Richmond State Hospital is about the people we serve and the community relationships we have developed, dating back to 1890. Richmond State Hospital is a public behavioral health facility operated by the state of Indiana and one of six state psychiatric hospitals within the Family and Social Services Administration Division of Mental Health and Addiction. As part of a newly integrated system of state psychiatric hospitals, we serve consumers across the state as the Eastern Center of Excellence in Mental Health and Addiction Services.

Nestled in northwestern Richmond, our beautiful campus provides a quiet and peaceful environment. We provide psychiatric and co-occurring treatment to all adults regardless of race, religion, sex, gender identification, age, handicap, national origin, and ability to pay for services. We are proud of our heritage and committed to continuing our tradition of service. Richmond State Hospital offers individual psychotherapy, group psychotherapy, chaplain services, family therapy and education, group psych-education, rehabilitation therapies, and patient employment opportunities. Unit-based programming is augmented with campus-wide specialty groups. RSH has been a state leader in evidenced-based medication prescribing to both reduce the risks associated with polypharmacy and optimize clinical outcomes. The hospital clinical and medical leadership collaborate with the unit treatment teams to provide the most contemporary and comprehensive care possible.

Salary:

The salary for this position traditionally starts at $45,422.00 but may be commensurate with education and work experience. Use our Compensation Calculator to view the total compensation package.

A Day in the Life:

Therapeutic Activity Facilitation

• Directs, instructs, and supervises patients in specialized activities to support rehabilitation goals.
• Advises and reinforces patients on acceptable social behavior to promote behavioral improvement using behavior modification and other techniques.
• Plans, schedules, and executes therapeutic field trips to enhance patient engagement and community integration.

Patient Monitoring and Documentation

• Observes and documents patient progress, attendance, behavior, and outcomes to inform individualized treatment plans.
• Makes recommendations regarding changes in activities to optimize therapeutic impact.

Facility and Resource Support

• Assists in the care and maintenance of facilities to ensure a safe and therapeutic environment.
• Orders supplies and equipment to support rehabilitation programming.

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 Youll Need for Success:

Individuals in this role should minimally be able to articulate or demonstrate the following:

• Specialized knowledge of standard techniques and methods of providing rehabilitation.
• Knowledge of laws, regulations, and policies related to 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.
• Working knowledge of, and proper use of, special equipment or materials utilized in rehabilitation therapy.
• Ability to assess patient's progress and needs, changing instructional methods.
• Ability to stimulate patient's interests in specialized activities.
• Effective communication skills to support patient instruction and team collaboration.
• At least six (6) months of experience working with persons with mental illness, substance use disorder, co-occurring disorders, or intellectual and developmental delays is required; twelve (12) months preferred
• An associate degree is required; a bachelor's degree is preferred.
• Relevant coursework includes art, dance, music, horticulture, occupational therapy, physical education, recreation, rehabilitation counseling, special education, vocational rehabilitation, or accredited college training in a related field.

Individuals should have the ability 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.