Activity Therapy Specialist 2

Ohio; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated professional to join their team as a Therapy Specialist. This role involves planning and facilitating engaging therapy programs, conducting individual and group sessions, and collaborating with an interdisciplinary team to develop individualized treatment plans. With a focus on mental health and therapeutic services, you will play a crucial role in enhancing the well-being of clients. The organization offers a supportive environment with competitive benefits, including health insurance, paid time off, and professional development opportunities. If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of others, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Health insurance upon hire

Free dental & vision insurance

Wellness incentives

11 paid holidays

Paid Time Off

Childbirth/Adoption Leave

Educational assistance

Public Service Loan Forgiveness program

Retirement savings plan

Qualifications

• Completion of relevant degree and 24 months of experience in activity therapy.
• Official transcripts required for all post-secondary education.

Responsibilities

• Plans and facilitates therapy programs for assigned unit.
• Conducts individual and group therapy sessions.
• Completes documentation to meet standards.

Skills

Therapy/Therapeutical Services

Mental Health

Behavioral Health

Cultural Awareness

Building Trust

Collaboration

Establishing Relationships

Decision Making

Adaptability

Teamwork

Strong Written Communication

Strong Verbal Communication

Education

Associate degree in recreation or specialty area

Bachelor's degree in therapeutic recreation

Bachelor's degree in music therapy

Job description

What you’ll do at OhioMHAS:

• Plans, organizes & facilitates a comprehensive program of recreational, art, or music therapy/adjunctive therapy (AT) for assigned unit.
• Conducts therapy sessions using defined therapy techniques & mediums.
• Conducts individual & group therapy sessions for evaluation & skills/performance development in areas.
• Completes documentation to Joint Commission and CMS standards.
• Functions as a primary member of assigned interdisciplinary treatment team; evaluates patients; formulates & implements Individual Treatment Plan.

This is an hourly position covered by the OCSEA/AFSCME bargaining unit (union), with a pay range of 29 on the OCSEA Pay Range Schedule. This position is located within our Central Ohio Behavior Healthcare Campus at 2200 West Broad Street, Columbus, Ohio 43223.

What is in it for you:

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:

• Health insurance upon hire: Quality, affordable, and competitive medical benefits are offered through the available Ohio Med plans. State of Ohio pays 85% of medical coverage premium, low-cost deductibles (Single $400 per year, Family $800 per year).
• Free dental & vision and basic life insurance for union members during eligibility period.
• Up to $1500 in wellness incentives annually for employee and $550 for spouse.
• Guaranteed 11 paid holidays.
• Paid Time Off – vacation, personal, and sick leave included.
• Yearly Paid Time Off Cash Out option.
• Childbirth/Adoption Leave.
• Up to $5000 annually for educational assistance, professional development, and continuing education opportunities.
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness program.
• Ohio Public Employees Retirement System: State of Ohio contributes 14%, visit website for more information OPERS.
• Voluntary 457(b) retirement savings plan, visit Ohio Deferred Compensation for more information.

Minimum Qualifications:

Completion of associate degree in recreation or specialty area (e.g., music, art, drama, dance); 24 mos. exp. in activity therapy.

- Or completion of undergraduate core program in recreation, physical education or specialty area (e.g., music, art, drama, dance); 24 mos. exp. in activity therapy.

- Or bachelor's degree in therapeutic recreation; completion of 1000 hour clinical practicum & certification by national council on therapeutic recreation certification; 24 mos. exp. in activity therapy.

- Or bachelor's degree in music therapy from an accredited institution approved by American Music Therapy Association (i.e., AMTA); completion of 6 mos., 1040-hour music therapy internship at an approved AMTA site & board certification (i.e., MT-BC) by certification board for music therapists (i.e., CBMT); 24 mos. exp. in activity therapy.

- Or equivalent of the minimum class qualifications for employment noted above.

Job Skills: Therapy/Therapeutical Services

*Applications of those who meet the minimum qualifications will be further evaluated against the following criteria:

All eligible applications shall be reviewed considering the following criteria: qualifications, experience, education, active disciplinary record, and work record.

Additional Qualifications:

Primary Job Skill: Mental Health
Technical Skills: Behavioral Health
Professional Skills: Cultural Awareness, Building Trust, Collaboration, Establishing Relationships, Decision Making, Adaptability, Teamwork, Strong Written and Verbal Communication.

Required Educational Transcripts:

Official transcripts are required for all post-secondary education, coursework, or degrees listed on the application. Applicants must submit an official transcript before receiving a formal employment offer. Failure to provide transcripts within five (5) business days of the request will result in disqualification from further consideration. Transcripts printed from the institution’s website will not be accepted. OhioMHAS reserves the right to evaluate the academic validity of the degree-granting institution.