Activity Technician (77261)
About The Position
Centurion is proud to be the provider of mental health and dental services to the Georgia Department of Corrections. We are currently seeking a full time Activity Technician /Therapist to join our team at the Rutledge State Prison in Columbus, Georgia. The Activity Technician/Therapist is under the direction of professional mental health staff, and uses recreational/social/vocational activities to accomplish treatment objectives, foster skill building and problem solving in support of psychological stabilization for patients in a correctional setting.
Requirements
- Two (2) years of experience in Therapeutic Recreation or related field providing activities programming for persons who have a serious mental illness
- Must have an active Basic Life Support certification
- Must be able to pass a background investigation and obtain agency security clearance where applicable
Nice To Haves
- Training, experience or certification as an aide, medical technician, EMT, or activities technician
- Experience working in a correctional mental health setting
Responsibilities
- Uses recreational/social/vocational activities to accomplish treatment objectives, foster skill building and problem solving in support of psychological stabilization for patients in a correctional setting
Benefits
- Health, dental, vision, disability and life insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- Generous paid time off
- Paid holidays
- Flexible Spending Account
- Continuing Education benefits
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
501-1,000 employees
