General Activities Therapist 2 - Heartland Behavioral Healthcare

Ohio Department of Behavioral Health; Massillon (OH); On-site; USD 31,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

The Ohio Department of Behavioral Health (DBH) seeks a dedicated Activity Therapist to join Heartland Behavioral Healthcare in Massillon, OH. This hourly role supports therapy programs, leisure activities, and community engagement as part of the clinical treatment team.

Responsibilities include planning and documenting activity therapy assessments, collaborating with the Treatment Team to set patient goals, and coordinating related administrative tasks.

Qualifications

• Experience closely related to activity therapy and recreation.
• Coaching or directing activities in a therapeutic setting.
• Knowledge of documentation and compliance in clinical records.

Responsibilities

• Plans, organizes, conducts, and ensures implementation of Activity Therapy programs such as leisure activities and community resources.
• Ensures programming is therapeutic and goal-oriented.
• Completes activity therapy assessments.
• Collaborates with Treatment Team to set individualized goals.
• Maintains records and clinical documentation to ensure compliance with accrediting bodies.
• Transports and escorts clients on Level IV passes as needed.
• Recommends and completes requisitions for recreation supplies and equipment.
• Participates in meetings and trainings.

Skills

Therapy/Therapeutical Services

Education

Associate degree in recreation

Undergraduate core program in recreation

General Activities Therapist 1 experience

Job description

Work Location: 3000 Erie Street South

All job postings will expire at 11:59 PM Eastern Time on the application deadline. Organization: Behavioral Health - Heartland Behavioral Healthcare Agency Contact Name and Information: Megan Trump, [e-mail] Work Location: 3000 Erie Street South Massillon, Ohio, 44646 United States Compensation: $22.59 - $26.54 Schedule: Permanent - Full Time Work Hours: 10:30am - 7:00pm, every other weekend Classified Indicator: Classified Union: OCSEA Primary Job Skill: Therapy/Therapeutical Services

Who We Are

At the Ohio Department of Behavioral Health (DBH), we strive to exemplify The Heart of Hope for individuals and families affected by mental health and substance use disorders. We proudly employ over 2,800 dedicated employees across our six inpatient behavioral health hospitals, Ohio Pharmacy Services, Ohio's prison systems, and the central office located in the James A. Rhodes State Office Tower in Columbus, OH.

DBH Values

• Service-Oriented (Person Centered, Solution Oriented, Customer Service Focused)
• Collaborative (Approachable, Reasonable, Transparent)
• Value Driven
• Innovative (Yes Before No)
• Strong Sense of Urgency

Our team of highly qualified professionals advances a critical system of behavioral healthcare in Ohio that helps people be well, get well, and stay well. Join our collaborative, service-oriented environment, where you will be respected and valued.

The Ohio Department of Behavioral Health (DBH) is proud to be an Ohio Recovery Friendly Workplace, committed to supporting the well-being of all employees, including those in recovery. We foster an inclusive, stigma-free environment where individuals impacted by mental health and substance use challenges are valued, supported, and empowered to thrive. Our workplace culture promotes wellness, second-chance hiring, and recovery-informed policies that reflect our mission to serve Ohioans with compassion and respect, both in the community and within our own team.

What You'll Do

• Plans, organizes, conducts, & ensures implementation of Activity Therapy programs/services such as leisure awareness, community resources, arts & crafts, dance, movies, bingo, games, tournaments, picnics, and etc.
• Ensures programming is therapeutic & goal reaching.
• Completes activity therapy assessments.
• Works with unit Treatment Team to assist in formulating individualized goals related to activity therapy and communicates patient progress to the Team.
• Prepares, completes & maintains all required records; completes clinical documentation to assure compliance with accrediting/certifying agencies (Medicare/Medicaid & Joint Commission).
• Transports & escorts clients to the community on Level IV pass in relation to individualized treatment interventions.
• Recommends and completes requisition forms to purchase recreation supplies & equipment.
• Performs various work-related miscellaneous tasks; some setting up of equipment or chairs/tables as needed for various functions; participates & attends meetings, completes required training.

Additional Information

This is an hourly position covered by the OCSEA/AFSCME bargaining unit (union), with a pay range of 27 on the OCSEA Pay Range Schedule . Normal working hours are 10:30am - 7:00pm, every other weekend. This position is located within our Heartland Behavioral Healthcare at 3000 Erie Street South, Massillon, OH 44646 .

Unless required by any applicable union contract and/or requirements of the Ohio Revised Code, the selected candidate will begin at Step 1 of the pay range schedule listed above, with an opportunity for pay increase after six months of satisfactory performance and then a yearly raise thereafter.

Background Check Notice

The final candidate selected for this position will be required to undergo a criminal background check. Criminal convictions do not necessarily preclude an applicant from consideration for a position. An individual assessment of an applicant’s prior criminal convictions will be made before excluding an applicant from consideration.

Rule 5122-7-21, “Background check on applicants,” outlines disqualifying offenses that will preclude an applicant from being employed by the Department of Behavioral Health.

If you require a reasonable accommodation for the application process, assessment &/or interview, please contact Andrew Seifert, EEO/ADA Administrator at [e-mail] or 614-466-8884.

All final applicants tentatively selected for this classification will be required to submit to urinalysis to test for illegal drug use prior to appointments. An applicant with a positive test shall not be offered employment.

Why Work For The State Of Ohio

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 !

• 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)
• Public Retirement Systems ( such as OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS ) & Optional Deferred Compensation ( Ohio Deferred Compensation )
• 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

30 mos. exp. with coaching, personal training, &/or fitness instruction or 30 mos. exp. providing work direction to incarcerated persons & training &/or development.

• Or completion of associate degree in recreation 12 mos. exp. in activity therapy or recreation.
• Or completion of undergraduate core program in recreation 6 mos. exp. in activity therapy or recreation.
• Or 6 mos. exp. as General Activities Therapist 1, 44211.
• Or equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications for Employment noted above.

Job Skills: Therapy/Therapeutical Services

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. The Ohio Department of Behavioral Health reserves the right to evaluate the academic validity of the degree-granting institution.

ADA Statement

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.

Drug-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.