Activity Therapist

VitalCore Health Strategies; Lansing (KS); On-site; USD 32,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Holiday Pay

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Health Savings Account

Life Insurance

Short/Long Term Disability

Identity Theft Protection

Pet Insurance

401K Plan Matching

PTO

Annual Incentive Bonus

Job summary

VitalCore Health Strategies is seeking an Activity Therapist at Lansing Correctional Facility in Lansing, KS. This full-time role focuses on delivering structured, goal-oriented therapeutic activities for behaviorally challenged patients under licensed supervision.

The position requires a Bachelor's degree in a related field, English fluency, and proficiency with Word, Excel, Teams, and EHR systems. Knowledge of a correctional mental health environment is preferred, with background clearance

Qualifications

• Must be fluent in English language, including reading, writing, speaking, and comprehension.
• Experience in a correctional mental health setting preferred.
• Must be able to pass background check and obtain agency security clearance where applicable.

Responsibilities

• Develop treatment curricula in conjunction with Unit Coordinator.
• Facilitate activity-based contacts in individual and group settings.
• Maintain data collection and tracking of activities.
• Conduct non-clinical therapeutic interventions in treatment units.
• Use problem solving techniques with individuals and groups to promote coping.
• Assist clients in building social skills for independent living.

Skills

English fluency

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Psychology, Social Work, or Related Field

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Teams

Electronic Health Record

Job description

Activity Therapist

VitalCore Health Strategies Lansing, Kansas, United States

About this position

We're people who are fueled by passion, not by profit.

VitalCore Health Strategies, (VCHS), an industry leader in correctional healthcare, has an opening for a Full-Time ActivityTherapist at Lansing Correctional Facility in Lansing, KS.

Looking for a rewarding career in the healthcare field with competitive wages, an annual incentive bonus, and an excellent benefits package?

At VitalCore we pride ourselves on retaining and acquiring compassionate, dedicated individuals who are committed to providing quality services. Join our team and experience first-hand how VitalCore Health Strategies promotes a positive work environment that is based on respect and appreciation of the hard work and dedication of our staff.

ACTIVITY THERAPIST BENEFITS PACKAGE:

• 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

• MedicalDentalVisionHealth Savings AccountLife InsuranceShort Term/Long Term DisabilityIdentity Theft ProtectionPet InsuranceEmployee Assistance Program and Discount Center401K & Plan MatchingPTOAnnual Incentive Bonus

ACTIVITY THERAPIST POSITION SUMMARY

To perform this job successfully, the Behavioral Health Activity Therapist must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily and provided routine care for behaviorally impaired and emotionally disturbed patients under the direction of licensed behavioral health staff and provide purposeful, goal-oriented activities that teach and facilitate skills in assertiveness, independent living, interpersonal and social skills, and promoting individualized interest and pursuits.The Activity Therapist performs a wide range of tasks to assist individuals in regaining independence within the general population and mastery over their own recovery process. Recovery resources such as booklets, tapes, pamphlets and other written materials may be utilized by the Activity Therapist in the provision of service.

ACTIVITY THERAPIST ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• 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.
• With assistance from the treatment team members, 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.

ACTIVITY THERAPIST MINIMUM 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.
• Experience working in a correctional mental health setting preferred.
• Must be able to pass a background investigation and obtain agency security clearance where applicable.

VitalCore Health Strategies is an equal opportunity employer and committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive workplace in which all employees have an opportunity to participate and contribute to the success of the business and are valued for their skills, experience, and unique perspectives.

Keywords: Behavioral Health, Behavioral Health Technician, Recreation Therapist

Salary Information

$23 - $25Hourly Wage