Activity Therapist Supervisor - Milledgeville

Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities, Department of; United States; On-site; USD 57,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

The Georgia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities seeks an Activity Therapy Supervisor for Central State Hospital in Milledgeville. This day shift role oversees staff, coordinates therapeutic recreation programs, and assesses client needs to recommend activities.

Qualifications include a bachelor’s degree in therapeutic recreation and at least three years of relevant experience, with supervisory experience preferred. A background check will be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in therapeutic recreation or related discipline from an accredited college or university.
• Three years of job-related experience, including one year in a lead worker or supervisory role.
• Some positions may require registration in the area of assignment.

Responsibilities

• Supervise, guide, and instruct subordinate staff.
• Plan, direct, or coordinate therapeutic recreation programs.
• Assess client condition and recommend appropriate recreational activity.

Skills

3 years experience

Lead supervisor

Therapeutic recreation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Therapeutic recreation

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 Supervisor - Milledgeville Agency: Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities Job Requisition ID: JR0000006063 Shift: Day (United States of America) Compensation Details: $57,283.20

Job Description: Job Title: Activity Therapy Supervisor Workplace: Central State Hospital Shift: 8am – 5pm

Job Summary: The Georgia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities (DBHDD) is currently seeking candidates for the position of Activity Therapy Supervisor. Under this role the selected candidate would supervise, guide, and/or instruct the work assignments of subordinate staff. They will also plan, direct or coordinate therapeutic recreation programs. Activities include sports, gardening, dramatics, music, social activities, and arts & crafts. Conducts assessment of a client’s condition and recommend appropriate recreational activity.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Therapeutic recreation or related therapeutic discipline from an accredited college or university.
• Three (3) years of job-related experience, which includes one (1) year in a lead worker, team leader, or supervisory role or one (1) year of experience at a lower-level Activity Therapist 3or position equivalent.

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

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 list 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. 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 three (3) years of job-related experience, which includes one (1) year in a lead worker, team leader, or supervisory role or one (1) year of experience at the lower level Activity Therapist 3 (HCP062) 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.

Georgia State Government is a large enterprise, composed of various entities with a common goal to improve the lives of Georgia's 10 million citizens. With nearly 62,000 employees, we are one of the single largest employer in the state. Public service opportunities stretch across the state as employees live and work in all 159 counties. From traditional fields such as accounting, nursing, and engineering to unique fields like forestry and natural resources management, Georgia state government provides a world of opportunity.