Activity Therapist - Columbus

Georgia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities; Columbus (GA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 57,000; Full time

Job summary

Georgia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities seeks an Activity Therapist at West Central Georgia Regional Hospital to plan and coordinate therapeutic recreation programs for clients. You will run activities such as sports, gardening, dramatics, music, social events, and arts/crafts, and assess client needs to tailor activities.

Qualifications include a Bachelor's degree in therapeutic recreation or a related field and 2 years of related experience, or 1 year at the

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.
• Some positions may require registration in the area of assignment.

Responsibilities

• Plans, directs or coordinates therapeutic recreation programs.
• Activities include sports, gardening, dramatics, music, social activities, and arts and crafts.
• Conducts assessment of a client’s condition and recommends appropriate recreational activity.

Skills

Assessment of client condition

Plan therapeutic activities

Therapeutic recreation

Education

Bachelor's degree in a therapeutic recreation or related therapeutic discipline

Job description

Explore a World of Opportunity with the State of Georgia!We are the force that drives Georgia!Georgia State Government is a large enterprise, composed of various agencies and entities with a common goal to improve the lives of Georgia's more than 10 million citizens!Join Team Georgia and impact lives everyday while receiving a robust benefits package designed for every stage of your career!Job Title:Activity Therapist - ColumbusAgency:Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental DisabilitiesJob Requisition ID:JR0000006228Shift:Day (United States of America)Compensation Details:$35,618.70 - $56,872.73 EXPERIENCE AND DEGREE WILL DETERMINE SALARYJob Description:Job Title: Activity TherapistWorkplace: West Central Georgia Regional HospitalJob Summary: Under broad supervision, plans, directs or coordinates therapeutic recreation programs. Activities include sports, gardening, dramatics, music, social activities, and arts and crafts. Conducts assessment of a clients condition and recommends appropriate recreational activity.Additional Job DescriptionBachelor'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.For benefits information, please visit: https://careers.dbhdd.ga.gov/why-dbhdd/Employment RequirementsTo 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 ScreeningTB EvaluationAnnual 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.This position is subject to close at any time once a satisfactory applicant pool has been identified.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 EmployerThe 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.