Behavioral Health Activity Technician

VitalCore Health Strategies; Woodville (ME); On-site; USD 28,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

VitalCore Health Strategies is seeking a Behavioral Health Activity Technician at Wilkinson County Correctional Facility in Woodville, Mississippi. The role involves leading inmate activity programs, coordinating recreation therapy, and documenting progress under licensed behavioral health staff.

Requirements include CNA or CMA certification (preferred), 2+ years in therapeutic recreation or related field, and a related degree preferred. Background check and security clearance may be required.

Qualifications

• CNA or CMA certification preferred.
• Two years of experience in Therapeutic Recreation or related field.
• Experience in a correctional mental health setting preferred.
• Associates or Bachelors degree in related field preferred (Art, Art therapy, Mental Health, etc).

Responsibilities

• Lead individual and group activities of a physical, social, and cultural nature.
• Plan treatment goals with the behavioral health team.
• Coordinate recreation therapy with other therapeutic programs.
• Maintain records and document patient progress.
• Attend trainings and meetings as required.

Skills

CNA CMA Certified

Therapeutic Recreation experience

Correctional mental health exp

Related degree preferred

Education

Associates or Bachelors degree in related field preferred

Job description

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Behavioral Health Activity Technician

Full Time Wilkinson County Correctional Facility, North Woodville, MS, US

Salary Range: $20.00 To $21.00 Hourly

Join the VitalCore Team in Mississippi! We're people who are fueled by passion, not by profit.

VitalCore Health Strategies, (VCHS), an industry leader in correctional healthcare, has openings for a Behavioral Health Activity Technician at Wilkinson County Correctional Facility in Woodville, Mississippi!

Looking for a rewarding career in the healthcare field with competitive wages, an annualincentive bonus, and an excellent benefits package?

At VitalCore we pride ourselves on retaining and acquiring compassionate, dedicated individuals who are committed to providing quality services. Join our team and experience first-hand how VitalCore Health Strategies promotes a positive work environment that is based on respect and appreciation of the hard work and dedication of our staff.

BEHAVIORAL HEALTH ACTIVITY TECHNICIANPOSITION SUMMARY:

To perform this job successfully, the Behavioral Health Activity Technician must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily and provided routine care for behaviorally impaired and emotionally disturbed patients under the direction of licensed behavioral health staff and provide purposeful, goal-oriented activities that teach and facilitate skills in assertiveness, independent living, interpersonal and social skills, and promoting individualized interest and pursuits. This position requires creativity and adaptability while leading groups of offenders.

BEHAVIORAL HEALTH ACTIVITY TECHNICIANESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Leads, instructs and encourages inmate patients in a program of individual and group activities of a physical, social, and cultural nature.
• Work with the behavioral health team to plan treatment goals for specific patients.
• Assist in coordinating recreation therapy with other therapeutic programs.
• Observe patients' reactions and progress.
• Record clinical notes to be included in medical files and prepare reports.
• Regular monitoring of inmates' program involvement.
• Notify Behavioral Health/Clinical Director in a timely manner of inmate problems requiring attention.
• Attends training and meetings as required.
• Other duties, as assigned.

BEHAVIORAL HEALTH ACTIVITY TECHNICIANMINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• CNA or CMA Certified preferredor Two (2) years of experience in Therapeutic Recreation or related field providing activities programming for persons who have a serious mental illness.
• Experience working in a correctional mental health setting preferred.
• Associates or Bachelors degree in related field preferred (Art, Art therapy, Mental Health etc)
• Must be able to pass a background investigation and obtain agency security clearance where applicable.

VitalCore Health Strategies is an equal opportunity employer and committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive workplace in which all employees have an opportunity to participate and contribute to the success of the business and are valued for their skills, experience, and unique perspectives.