Activity Therapy Specialist 2

State of Ohio • Toledo, OH

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Activity Therapy Specialist 2 plans, organizes, and facilitates a comprehensive recreational, art, music, or other adjunctive therapy program for an assigned unit at the Northwest Behavioral Healthcare Campus in Toledo, Ohio. The role conducts therapy sessions using defined techniques and therapeutic mediums, including individual and group sessions for evaluation and skills or performance development. The specialist documents services to Joint Commission and CMS standards and serves as a primary member of the assigned interdisciplinary treatment team, evaluating patients and formulating and implementing individual treatment plans.

This is a permanent, full-time, hourly classified position covered by the OCSEA/AFSCME bargaining unit. Normal hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Compensation is $24.88 per hour; the selected candidate generally begins at Step 1 of the pay range, with an opportunity for an increase after six months of satisfactory performance and yearly raises thereafter. The position is based at 930 South Detroit Avenue, Toledo, Ohio.

Candidates must meet one of the listed combinations of education and experience. Official transcripts are required for post-secondary education, coursework, or degrees included in the application before a formal employment offer. The final candidate must undergo a criminal background check and urinalysis for illegal drug use. The agency describes its workplace as recovery-friendly and inclusive, and notes that reasonable accommodations are available for the application process, assessment, and interview.

Requirements

• Meet one of the following minimum qualification pathways: 42 months of experience in activity therapy or recreation, or 42 months providing work direction to incarcerated persons and training and/or development; an associate degree in recreation or a specialty area (such as music, art, drama, or dance) and 24 months of activity therapy experience; completion of an undergraduate core program in recreation or a specialty area (such as music or art) and 18 months of activity therapy experience; 12 months of experience as an Activity Therapy Specialist 1 (44213); or the equivalent of the stated minimum qualifications.
• Clearly describe relevant qualifications, experience, education, and training in the online application; supplemental-question answers must be supported by the application’s work experience and education sections.
• Submit official transcripts for all post-secondary education, coursework, or degrees listed on the application when requested and before receiving a formal employment offer.
• Undergo a criminal background check and pre-appointment urinalysis for illegal drug use if selected.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, and facilitate a comprehensive recreational, art, music, or other adjunctive therapy program for an assigned unit.
• Conduct therapy sessions using defined therapy techniques and mediums.
• Conduct individual and group therapy sessions for evaluation and skills or performance development.
• Complete documentation to Joint Commission and CMS standards.
• Serve as a primary member of the assigned interdisciplinary treatment team.
• Evaluate patients and formulate and implement individual treatment plans.

Benefits

• Medical coverage
• Free dental, vision, and basic life insurance premiums after completion of the eligibility period
• Paid time off, including vacation, personal, and sick leave, plus 11 paid holidays per year
• Childbirth, adoption, and foster care leave
• Education and development opportunities, including employee development funds and Public Service Loan Forgiveness
• Public retirement systems, including OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS
• Optional deferred compensation through Ohio Deferred Compensation

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree