Recreational Therapist - Correctional Health Services

State of Utah Office of the Governor • Salt Lake City, UT

8d • Onsite

About The Position

The Department of Health and Human Services- Correctional Health Services Division is looking for a compassionate, energetic person to fill our Recreational Therapist position. Join our staff who are dedicated to maintaining the physical, social and emotional well-being of the offenders that reside at our Utah State Correctional Facility. An offer of employment will be contingent on the applicant successfully passing a DHHS background check, pre-employment drug testing, and a Utah Department of Corrections (UDC) background screening. Must have and maintain national certification and state licensure requirements.

Requirements

• Must have and maintain national certification and state licensure requirements.
• Licensure as a Therapeutic Recreation Specialist in Utah.

Nice To Haves

• Is passionate about the need of recreational therapy for diverse populations including: all genders, mentally ill, substance use, geriatric, offenders.
• Has strong boundaries.
• Is enthusiastic, flexible, and willing to try things they haven't done before
• Has some experience in the recreational therapy field including internships
• Has a good foundation of knowledge on how to write programs and goals for those with recreational needs
• Maintain Licensure as a Therapeutic Recreation Specialist in Utah
• Maintain credentials as a Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist with NCTRC.
• Follows all practices and requirements of the Recreational Therapy Practice Act and the Recreational Therapy Practice Rule
• Ability to observe details at close range and at a distance.
• Ability to observe physical conditions, behavior or surroundings for potential areas of concern or inappropriate activity.
• Ability to hear sounds that may indicate potential areas of concern or inappropriate activity.

Responsibilities

• Preparing and performing recreational therapy assessments
• Implementing evidenced-based recreational therapy programs
• Maintaining documentation to comply with licensure, state, and federal requirements
• Engage with administrative processes to encourage recreation and leisure programs within the department.
• Identify developmental needs of clients and coach, mentor, or otherwise help clients to improve their knowledge, skills and abilities
• Evaluate treatment effectiveness
• Speak clearly, concisely and effectively; actively listen to, and understand, information and ideas as presented verbally
• Oversee the appropriate use of equipment, facilities
• Maintain and/or repair tools and equipment

Benefits

• Job Stability: Enjoy the security and reliability of employment within a well-established organization.
• Career Growth: Develop valuable skills and gain opportunities for leadership within a large organization.
• Meaningful Work: Contribute to an important service that benefits the community and supports organizational goals.
• Supportive Work Environment: Be part of a team that values cooperation, strong work ethics, and mutual support.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed