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11/2/2026 (11:59 PM ET)
2605640
Therapy Program Coordinative Assistant
Pay Grade11
Salary
$33,118.80 - $49,678.32 Annually
Employment Type
EXECUTIVE BRANCH | FULL TIME | ELIGIBLE FOR OVERTIME PAY | 18A | 37.5 HR/WK
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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 staff makes a real difference in the lives of patients who are often in need of care. Our team has 37.50-hour work weeks 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 Coordinative Assistants who possess the skill, knowledge and desire to be part of our team.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Oversees the work of TPAs (Therapy Program Assistants) and BHTs (Behavioral Health Technicians) within the recovery services department. Trains TPAs and BHTs on their duties according to facility policy, procedures and directives. Makes staff assignments to ensure continuous program coverage.
- Coordinates staffing of and leads 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.
- Coordinates staffing and provides support and supervision to patients during basic Activities of Daily Living (ADL) and IADL (Instrumental Advanced Daily Living) care and safety monitoring according to patient needs. Assigns staff escorts of patients to groups and appointments on and off grounds. Utilizes therapeutic communication and de-escalation techniques and works within hospital and departmental standards.
- Assures compliance of documentation related to patient participation and progress within established timeframes and per federal, state and facility guidelines. Leads 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:
- 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.
- Experience with 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 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-Verify, or if you believe that CHFS has violated its E-Verify responsibilities, please contact Department of Homeland Security (DHS) at 888-897-7781 orhttps://www.e-verify.gov/.
Minimum Requirements
EDUCATION:High school graduate.
EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, OR SKILLS:Three years of therapeutic or patient care experience.
Substitute EDUCATION for EXPERIENCE:College will substitute for the required experience on a year-for-year basis up to a maximum of two years.
Substitute EXPERIENCE for EDUCATION:NONE
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS (AGE, LICENSURE, REGULATION, ETC.):NONE
Working Conditions
This position typically requires working in an institution or facility with individuals who may have mental illness, intellectual disabilities, developmental disabilities, etc.
Probationary Period
This job has an initial and promotional probationary period of 6 months, except as provided in KRS 18A.111.
If you have questions about this advertisement, please contact Elisbeth Brooks atelisbeth.brooks@ky.gov (elisbeth.brooks@ky.gov ?Subject=2605640 - Therapy Program Coordinative Assistant) or 502-225-5258.
An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D