Activity Therapist 3

Georgia Department of Revenue•Decatur, IL

103d•Onsite

About The Position

The Georgia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities (DBHDD) is currently seeking candidates for the position of Activity Therapist at Georgia Regional Hospital - Atlanta, located in Decatur, GA. This role involves planning, directing, and coordinating therapeutic recreation programs. Activities include sports, gardening, dramatics, music, social activities, and arts and crafts. The therapist will conduct assessments of a client's condition and recommend appropriate recreational activities to improve their mental and physical well-being.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in a therapeutic recreation or related therapeutic discipline from an accredited college or university
Two (2) years of job-related experience
One (1) year of experience at the lower level Activity Therapist 2 (HCP061) or position equivalent
Knowledge of the DSM-IV assessment of different psychological disorders
Knowledge of exercise programs such as yoga, aerobics, walking for wellness, and relaxation techniques
Ability to utilize the results of the recreation therapy assessment tool to document and interpret the progress/regression of a client
Ability to plan, develop and structure program activities according to policies and procedures and consumer's needs
Ability to confer with treatment team and counselors for group scheduling, staffing, and program planning.
National and State Background Check

Nice To Haves

One Year experience in adult mental health/hospital setting
Certified Therapeutic Recreation Therapist (CTRS)
Bachelor’s Degree in a related therapeutic discipline from an accredited college or university

Responsibilities

Conducts therapy sessions to improve clients' mental and physical well-being
Confers with members of treatment team to plan and evaluate therapy programs
Develops treatment plan to meet needs of client, based on needs assessment, client interests and objectives of therapy
Encourages clients with special needs and circumstances to acquire new skills and get involved in health-promoting life skills and leisure activities, such as sports, games, music, arts and crafts, and gardening
Instructs client in activities and techniques, such as sports, gardening, dance, music, art or relaxation techniques, designed to meet their specific physical or psychological needs
Observes, analyzes, and records clients' participation, reactions, and progress during treatment sessions, modifying treatment programs as needed
Obtains information from medical records, medical staff, family members and the clients themselves to assess clients' capabilities, needs and interests
Plans, organizes, directs and participates in treatment programs and activities to facilitate clients' rehabilitation, help them integrate into the community and prevent further medical problems
Prepares and submits reports and charts to treatment team to reflect clients' reactions and evidence of progress or regression.