Activity Therapy Program Coordinator

State of Delaware•Dover, DE

About The Position

Introduction Start your Career at DOS! The Department of State's (DOS) responsibilities are found in virtually every aspect of state government: economic development, finance, transportation, housing, education, culture and quality-of-life issues. Our mission at DOS range from preserving Delaware’s historical sites and collections, to supporting small businesses and entrepreneurs, to serving consumers, public employees and veterans. DOS offer numerous career opportunities and is dedicated to attracting and retaining highly talented individuals who are ready to make a difference in state government. For more information, please visit our website today! Summary Statement A class incumbent is responsible for directing the planning and implementation of recreational and leisure time activity programs at a State institution. Supervises 2-4 professional and 10-15 para-professional staff. Essential Functions Essential functions are fundamental, core functions common to all positions in the class series and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job duties for any one position in the class. Since class specifications are descriptive and not restrictive, incumbents can complete job duties of similar kind not specifically listed here. Plans and directs activity and occupational therapy programs in a State institution; Coordinates activities department efforts with other department. Recruits, hires, trains, assigns, reviews and evaluates the work of activities staff engaged in planning and implementing the activities in the institution; Plans, develops and schedules an on-going program of staff development for activities personnel. Assures the provision of appropriate activities and assures adherence to established policies and standards to in the provision of activity therapies. Maintains liaison with community groups and resources to encourage their participation in special events and the integration of department activities with community resources. Maintains statistical and other records on the utilization of activity services and prepares reports on programs and operations. Develops a budget of anticipated program expenditures for staff, supplies, materials and equipment; Monitors expenditures and use of supplies and equipment. Evaluates effectiveness of programs and oversees the implementation of new or revised programs. May be responsible for reality and remotivation sessions for patients.

Requirements

Applicants must have education, training and/or experience demonstrating competence in each of the following areas:
Possession of one of the following certifications/registrations: Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist, Certified Music Therapist, Certified Art Therapist, Certified Drama Therapist, Certified Dance/Movement Therapist, Certified Activities Director, Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant, or Registered Occupational Therapist.
Three years experience in planning, organizing, directing and evaluating a therapeutic activity program.
Six months experience in interpreting laws, rules, regulations, standards, policies, and procedures.
Six months experience in narrative report writing.
Six months experience in staff supervision which includes planning, assigning, reviewing, and evaluating the work of others.

Responsibilities

Plans and directs activity and occupational therapy programs in a State institution
Coordinates activities department efforts with other department.
Recruits, hires, trains, assigns, reviews and evaluates the work of activities staff engaged in planning and implementing the activities in the institution
Plans, develops and schedules an on-going program of staff development for activities personnel.
Assures the provision of appropriate activities and assures adherence to established policies and standards to in the provision of activity therapies.
Maintains liaison with community groups and resources to encourage their participation in special events and the integration of department activities with community resources.
Maintains statistical and other records on the utilization of activity services and prepares reports on programs and operations.
Develops a budget of anticipated program expenditures for staff, supplies, materials and equipment
Monitors expenditures and use of supplies and equipment.
Evaluates effectiveness of programs and oversees the implementation of new or revised programs.
May be responsible for reality and remotivation sessions for patients.