Full-Time Correctional Activity Therapist

VitalCore Health Strategies; Lancaster (MA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Holiday Pay

Medical

Vision

Health Savings Account

Life Insurance

Short Term/Long Term Disability

Identity Theft Protection

Pet Insurance

Employee Assistance Program and Discc

401K & Plan Matching

PTO

Annual Incentive Bonus

Job summary

VitalCore Health Strategies seeks an Activity Therapist at Souza-Baranowski Correctional Center in Lancaster, MA. The role involves delivering structured activities, developing curriculums, and supporting behavioral health goals for inmates under licensed supervision.

The position requires a Bachelor's degree in a related field, BLS, and English fluency, with experience in correctional mental health preferred. Full-time availability at the Lancaster facility with competitive benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in psychology, social work, or related field.
• BLS certification required.
• Fluent in English (reading, writing, speaking).
• Proficient in MS Word, Excel, Teams; able to use an Electronic Health Record.
• Supportive team member with strong teamwork.
• Able to make independent decisions when needed.
• Experience in correctional mental health setting preferred.
• Must pass background check and obtain agency security clearance where applicable.

Responsibilities

• Develop treatment curriculums with the Unit Coordinator.
• Facilitate activity-based contacts in individual and group settings; track data.
• Conduct non-clinical therapeutic interventions with QMHPs.
• Teach problem-solving techniques in group/individual sessions; promote coping skills.
• Help clients build social skills for overall wellbeing.
• Attend trainings and meetings as required.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

BLS certification

Fluent English

Teamwork

Independent decision-making

Background check clearance

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology, Social Work, or Related Field

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Teams

Electronic Health Record (EHR)

Job description

VitalCore Health Strategies seeks an Activity Therapist at Souza-Baranowski Correctional Center in Lancaster, MA. The role involves delivering structured activities, developing curriculums, and supporting behavioral health goals for inmates under licensed supervision.

The position requires a Bachelor's degree in a related field, BLS, and English fluency, with experience in correctional mental health preferred. Full-time availability at the Lancaster facility with competitive benefits.