Activity Therapist 3

Georgia Department of Revenue; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 57,000; Full time

Job summary

Activity Therapist 3 at West Central Georgia Regional Hospital under the Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities delivers therapeutic recreation services to clients, coordinating activities such as sports, arts, gardening, dramatics and social events to support rehabilitation goals.

This role requires a Bachelor’s degree in therapeutic recreation or an allied field and two years of relevant experience, with possible licensure.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a therapeutic recreation or related therapeutic discipline from an accredited college or university and two (2) years of job-related experience; or one (1) year of experience at the lower level Activity Therapist 2 (HCP061) or position equivalent.
• Note: Some positions may require registration in the area of assignment.

Responsibilities

• Plan, direct or coordinates therapeutic recreation programs.
• Conduct assessments and recommend appropriate recreational activities.
• Provide activities including sports, gardening, dramatics, music, social activities, and arts and crafts.

Job description

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Job Title

Activity Therapist 3

Agency

Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities

Job Requisition ID

JR0000007224

Shift

Day (United States of America)

Compensation Details

$35,618.70 - $56,872.73 BASED ON EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Job Description

Job Title: Activity Therapist

Workplace: West Central Georgia Regional Hospital

Job Summary

Under broad supervision, plans, directs or coordinates therapeutic recreation programs. Activities includes sports, gardening, dramatics, music, social activities, and arts and crafts. Conducts assessment of a clients condition and recommends appropriate recreational activity.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in a therapeutic recreation or related therapeutic discipline from an accredited college or university and two (2) years of job-related experience; or one (1) year of experience at the lower level Activity Therapist 2 (HCP061) or position equivalent. –Note: Some positions may require registration in the area of assignment.

Employment Requirements

To ensure the safety and wellbeing of our employees, individuals and communities we serve, certain positions within DBHDD may require evaluations, vaccinations, professional licensure and certifications. Licenses must be current and enable providers to practice within the State of Georgia.
The following are a listing of evaluations and vaccinations that may be required for employees, including those not involved with direct care:

• Drug Screening
• TB Evaluation
• Annual Influenza*

*Limited exemptions may be made for documented medical contraindications or religious beliefs that object to vaccinations.

Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information on application status by phone or e-mail. All qualified applicants will be considered but may not necessarily receive an interview. Selected applicants will be contacted by the hiring agency for next steps in the selection process.

For benefits information, please visit: https://careers.dbhdd.ga.gov/why-dbhdd/

This position is subject to close at any time once a satisfactory applicant pool has been identified.

FOR THIS TYPE OF EMPLOYMENT, STATE LAW REQUIRES A NATIONAL AND STATE BACKGROUND CHECK AS A CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in a therapeutic recreation or related therapeutic discipline from an accredited college or university and two (2) years of job-related experience; or one (1) year of experience at the lower level Activity Therapist 2 (HCP061) or position equivalent. –Note: Some positions may require registration in the area of assignment.

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

The State of Georgia does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or other protected categories in employment or the provision of services.
Qualified applicants may request reasonable accommodation when needed during the application and/or screening process by contacting the appropriate agency Human Resources department.