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Advertisement Closes 9/13/2026 (11:59 PM ET) 2604661 Therapy Program Assistant Pay Grade 10 Salary $29,513.28 - $44,270.88 Annually Employment Type
EXECUTIVE BRANCH
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FULL TIME
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ELIGIBLE FOR OVERTIME PAY
| 18A | 37.5 HR/WK Click here for more details on state employment. Hiring Agency Cabinet for Health & Family Services | Dept for Behav Health, Dev & Int Disab Location 1612 Dawkins Road LaGrange, KY 40031 USA Description Kentucky Correctional Psychiatric Center is located in LaGrange, Kentucky and performs competency evaluations for persons in Kentucky. We are the only forensic hospital in the state, serving all 120 counties. Our team has a 37.50 hour work week and includes health insurance, life insurance, paid leave and retirement benefits. We are expanding our Recovery Services and are in search of self-motivated and energetic Therapy Program Assistants who possess the skill, knowledge, and desire to be part of our team. Responsibilities include but are not limited to: Provides support and supervision to patients during basic Activities of Daily Living (ADL) and IADL (Instrumental) care and safety monitoring according to patient needs. Escorts and transports patients to groups and a appointments on and off grounds, carries out treatment plans, utilizes therapeutic communication, de-escalation and crisis prevention intervention techniques within hospital standards. Conducts patient group sessions in accordance with treatment plans designed and administered by a qualified mental health professional. Contributes to patient recovery by leading psychoeducational skill development. Completes documentation related to patient participation and progress within established time frames and per federal, state and facility guidelines. Participates in and directs quality improvement initiatives related to direct patient care. Collaborates with treatment team to plan and provide treatment. Attends and participates in required staff and treatment team meetings. Other duties as assigned.
The ideal candidate would have:
Clear and compassionate communication skills. Conflict resolution and familiarity with de-escalation techniques. Organizational skills - ability to keep accurate records and keep schedules. Ability to work collaboratively with a multi-disciplinary team. Attention to detail, especially regarding safety and patient monitoring. Basic understanding of psychiatric disorders and behavioral health needs. The Cabinet for Health and Family Services (CHFS) participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the
U.S. CHFS
will only use E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the form I-9. For more information on E-Verity, or if you believe that CHFS has violated its E-Verify responsibilities, please contact the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) at 888-897-7781 or https://www.e-verify.gov/ . Minimum Requirements
EDUCATION
High school graduate.
EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, OR SKILLS
One year of therapeutic or patient care experience. Substitute
EDUCATION
for
EXPERIENCE
College will substitute for the required experience on a year-for-year basis. Substitute
EXPERIENCE
for
EDUCATION
NONE
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
(AGE, LICENSURE, REGULATION, ETC.): NONE Working Conditions Typically works in a mental health facility. May be exposed to dangers associated with hospital work that may require the following of safety procedures. Probationary Period This job has an initial and promotional probationary period of 9 months, except as provided in
KRS 18A.111.
If you have questions about this advertisement, please contact Jim Beyea at jbeyea@ky.gov or 502-225-5257. An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D Apply Now Share Save Job
