Activity Therapy Administrator - 20021000

State of Ohio; Marysville (OH); On-site; USD 34,000 - 49,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Coverage

Dental/ Vision/ Basic Life Insurance

Paid time off and holidays

Education and Development Funds

Leave options for childbirth/adoption

Job summary

State of Ohio in Marysville is seeking an Activity Therapy Administrator to lead the programming for inmates in residential treatment units and general population. You will oversee therapy staff, develop policies, and manage documentation and budgets.

The role requires a background in recreation therapy or related fields, supervisory experience, and strong organizational skills. The position is full-time in a secure correctional environment, with a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Completion of undergraduate core program in recreation or specialty area; 24 mos. exp. in activity therapy; 12 mos. trg. or 12 mos. exp. in supervisory principles/techniques.
• Or completion of graduate core program in recreation or specialty area; 12 mos. exp. in activity therapy; 12 mos. trg. or 12 mos. exp. in supervisory principles/techniques.
• Or 12 mos. exp. as Activity Therapy Supervisor, 44216.

Responsibilities

• Plan, direct and coordinate entire activity therapy program for special needs populations.
• Plan and coordinate general activity/recreational program for all inmates.
• Develop, interpret and monitor program policies; supervise staff.
• Prepare and maintain work-related documentation and budgets.
• Prepare requisitions for equipment and supplies; inventory.

Skills

Therapy/Therapeutical Services

Administrative Support/Services

Auditing

Behavioral Health

Budgeting

Project Management

Continuous Improvement

Critical Thinking

Leading Others

Time Management

Decision Making

Education

Undergraduate core program in recreation or related field

Graduate core program in recreation or related field

Activity Therapy Supervisor experience or equivalent

Tools

Budgeting

Auditing

Job description

Activity Therapy Administrator - 20021000 (2600068H)

Organization

Rehabilitation & Correction - Ohio Reformatory for Women

Agency Contact Name and Information : Personnel Director 937-553-5217/ [e-mail]

Unposting Date: Aug 30, 2026, 11:59:00 PM

Work Location: Ohio Reformatory for Women 1479 Collins Avenue Marysville 43040-9101

Primary Location: United States of America-OHIO-Union County-Marysville

Compensation : $30.22

Schedule: Full-time

Union: Exempt from Union

Primary Job Skill: Therapy/Therapeutical Services

Technical Skills : Budgeting, Auditing, Behavioral Health, Project Management, Administrative support/services

Professional Skills : Critical Thinking, Decision Making, Leading Others, Time Management, Continuous Improvement

Who We Are…

Guided by a single mission “To reduce recidivism among those we touch,” the Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Correction believes that everyone is capable of positive change. Our staff embrace these core values and serves as role models for pro-social behavior conveying an attitude of dignity and respect in the treatment of others.

What We Do…

The Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Correction has been tasked with front line crime reduction through rehabilitative treatment and programming efforts provided in a safe, secure and humane correctional environment and effective community supervision. Our goal is to protect the public through helping individuals turn away from crime and become productive, contributing members of our communities, ensuring a safer Ohio for all Ohioans now and in the future.

To learn more about our agency, please visit our website at www.drc.ohio.gov

Are You Ready?

We are thrilled to see that you are interested in beginning your career with the Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Correction! Without a doubt, this will be the most rewarding and meaningful work you’ll ever find with a work family that is second to none!

Job Description

What You’ll Do:

• Plan, direct and coordinate entire activity therapy program for special needs populations (e.g., inmates assigned to residential treatment units).
• Plans, directs and coordinates entire general activity/recreational program for all inmates in general population
• Develops, interprets and monitors implementation of program policies and procedures; supervise lower-level activity therapy staff.
• Supervise lower-level activity therapy staff.
• Prepares, maintains and oversees preparation and maintenance of work-related documentation
• Prepares or assist in preparation of budget
• Prepares requisitions for equipment and supplies, completes equipment and supply inventories
• Reviews, prepares and maintains records of inmate progress, attitude and adjustment
• Writes training manuals
• Prepares reports regarding departmental activities and plans for problem correction
• Conducts individual and group activity therapy activities
• Oversees maintenance of supplies, equipment and work area
• Approves/disapproves employee leave request
• Prepares and completes employee performance evaluations.
• Serves on institutional committees
• Attends annual in-service training
• Controls/restricts inmate movement and performs other security functions (i.e., pat down search)

At the State of Ohio, we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality, competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees*. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits, visit our Total Rewards website ! Our benefits package includes:

• Medical Coverage
• Free Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period
• Paid time off, including vacation, personal, sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year
• Childbirth, Adoption, and Foster Care leave
• Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and more)

*Benefits eligibility is dependent on a number of factors. The Agency Contact listed above will be able to provide specific benefits information for this position.

Qualifications

• Completion of undergraduate core program in recreation (e.g., physical education) or specialty area (e.g., art, music, drama, dance); 24 mos. exp. in activity therapy; 12 mos. trg. or 12 mos. exp. in supervisory principles/techniques.
• Or completion of graduate core program in recreation (e.g., physical education) or specialty area (e.g., art, music, dance, theater); 12 mos. exp. in activity therapy; 12 mos. trg. or 12 mos. exp. in supervisory principles/techniques.
• Or 12 mos. exp. as Activity Therapy Supervisor, 44216.
• Or equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications For Employment noted above.
• Job Skills: Therapy/Therapeutical Services, Administrative Support/Services, Auditing, Behavioral Health, Budgeting, Project Management, Continuous Improvement, Critical Thinking, Leading Others, Time Management and Decision Making

Pre-Employment Drug Testing

All final applicants tentatively selected for this position will be required to submit to urinalysis to test for illegal drug use prior to appointments. Testing will also be performed for the presence of marijuana. An applicant with a positive test shall not be offered employment unless the applicant submits medical documentation of legally prescribed medications or a recommendation for medical marijuana.

Pre-Employment Background Investigation

The final applicant selected for the position will be required to undergo a criminal background check. An individual assessment of an applicant’s prior criminal convictions will be made before excluding an applicant from consideration.

• Individuals under a federal or state weapons disability if the position requires firearms certification/recertification and use;
• Individuals who have engaged in sexual abuse in a prison or other confinement facility; have been civilly or administratively adjudicated, or convicted of engaging or attempting to engage in sexual activity in the community facilitated by force, implied threats of force, or if the victim did not or was unable to consent;
• Individuals convicted of soliciting or providing support for an act of terrorism, terrorism, or money laundering to support terrorism;
• Individuals who have been convicted of or pled guilty to a felony where a direct correlation exists between the position and prior criminal behavior.

Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a model employer of individuals with disabilities. The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws.

The Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Correction is a tobacco-free workplace.

The State of Ohio is a drug-free workplace which prohibits the use of marijuana (recreational marijuana/non-medical cannabis). Please note, this position may be subject to additional restrictions pursuant to the State of Ohio Drug-Free Workplace Policy (HR-39), and as outlined in the posting.