Activity Treatment Specialist (CTRS Preferred) (Full-Time)

Wedgwood Christian Services•Grand Rapids, MI

43d•$23

About The Position

The Activity Treatment Specialist is responsible for providing daily care, counsel and supervision to the adolescents living within the VanAndel-Summit residential home. This program provides services for substance abuse recovery for male and female adolescents ranging in age from 12-18 years old. Additionally, youll mentor clients, teach staff how to engage in therapeutic and fun activities, and create a warm, loving home for teens who need a refuge. The teens who come to live at Wedgwood often have little sense of what a loving home feels like. As a Wedgwood Activity Treatment Specialist, you can help instill the compassion, self-worth, and optimism that our residents need to overcome their trauma, addiction, and behavioral health issues. Youll work alongside our expert clinical care team to mentor residents, building relationships utilizing trauma-informed care techniques, helping them develop healthy life skills, and teaching teens to use their voices for position outcomes. By consistently showing up for our residents, you can help transform lives and have an impact on generations to come.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college as well as one year of relevant experience is preferred.
Or- High school diploma with two years of related experience required.
Prior experience working with adolescents with in providing activity treatment services is required.
For transportation purposes, must have a valid drivers license
Subscription to Wedgwood Christian Services statement of faith and agreement with the goals, purpose, and objectives of the agency.

Nice To Haves

Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist preferred
Experience working with individuals with emotional/behavioral disorders is preferred.
Possess demonstrated skills in various leisure time activities (i.e. arts and crafts, music, sports, camping, etc.)

Responsibilities

Plan and organize activities on a weekly basis for the residential program.
Responsible to lead and participate in planned activities, when on duty, providing residents with clear and understandable directives.
Provide directives for Youth Treatment staff during activities, or leave directions for Youth Treatment staff to lead activities in their absence.
Under the direction of the Residential Clinician implement interventions, and report on progress for individual clients treatment programs, as applies to wellness.
Teach and model healthy behavior and interactions patterns during activities.
Teaching life skill related classes and/or assist in leading group sessions designed to enhance cooperation and interaction skills of clients.
Interview residents concerning their leisure interests and skills, and assist them in pursuing these interests.
Plan and implement activities which include family members that promote interaction, problem solving and positive experiences as appropriate.
Provide support, encouragement, and role-modeling for the youth in the home; build meaningful, supportive relationships.
Participate in the development, implementation, and evaluation of treatment interventions for youth in the program; this includes the knowledge of and timely use of crisis intervention techniques, and proper completion of all required paperwork (i.e. Safety Logs, Behavior Management Reports, etc.)
Provide immediate, basic first aid and consult medical personnel, if necessary, for any injuries sustained.

Benefits

403(b) retirement plan with employer match
Medical plans with great coverage options
Free supplemental virtual PCP care with medical plan
Flexible Spending Accounts
Health Savings Accounts
Dental and vision plans
Pet insurance
Legal insurance
Flexible Spending Accounts
A Locally Partnered Employee Assistance Program
Competitive time off
Direct deposit
Federal Student Loan Forgiveness through PSLF
Paid Holidays
Short term disability
Long term disability
Life insurance up to 2x your annual salary
No-cost, employer paid training and re-certification provided to staff
Wedgwood has full gymnasium and state-of-the art 24-hour wellness center filled with a wide variety of workout equipment, available to staff at no cost.
Walking trail that leads around the beautiful campus.
Through community partnerships, Wedgwood employees and in some cases family members, are eligible for application and tuition fee discounts for several local colleges and universities.