Activity Therapist Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• Bachelors Degree in Psychology, Social Work, or Related Field
• Must be fluent in English language, including reading, writing, speaking, and understanding.
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Teams, and able to utilize an Electronic Health Record.
• Must be a supportive team member who contributes to and demonstrates teamwork and team concept.
• Able to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action.
• Must be able to pass a background investigation and obtain agency security clearance where applicable.

Nice To Haves

• Experience working in a correctional mental health setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop treatment curriculums in conjunction with the Unit Coordinator.
• Facilitates activity-based contacts in individual and group settings, and maintains data collection and tracking.
• Conducts non-clinical therapeutic interventions in treatment units and in conjunction with Qualified Mental Health Professionals.
• Utilize and teach problem solving techniques with individuals and groups; discussions will be utilized where clients will share common problems in daily living and methods they have employed to manage and cope with these problems.
• Assist clients in building social skills in the general population that will enhance overall wellbeing.
• Attends training and meetings as required.
• Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Holiday Pay: New Year’s Day, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day, Labor Day, Veteran’s Day, Thanksgiving Day, and Christmas Day
• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Health Savings Account
• Life Insurance
• Short Term/Long Term Disability
• Identity Theft Protection
• Pet Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program and Discount Center
• 401K & Plan Matching
• PTO
• Annual Incentive Bonus