Hourly Activity Therapist

Georgia Department of Revenue; Tennessee; On-site; USD 35,818,000 - 53,726,000; Part time

Job summary

The Georgia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities (DBHDD) is seeking an Activity Therapist/PRN (Part Time) for Georgia Regional Hospital - Atlanta, located in Decatur, GA. The role involves planning and directing therapeutic recreation programs with evening and weekend shifts, offering a flexible PRN schedule and a chance to impact patient recovery.

Salary is $25.00 per hour, with responsibilities including assessments, treatment planning, and collaboration with the

Qualifications

• Knowledge of the DSM-IV assessment of different psychological disorders.
• Knowledge of exercise programs such as yoga, aerobics, walking for wellness, and relaxation techniques.
• Ability to utilize the results of the recreation therapy assessment tool to document progress.
• Ability to plan, develop and structure program activities according to policies and consumer needs.
• Ability to confer with treatment team and counselors for scheduling and planning.

Responsibilities

• Conduct therapy sessions to improve clients’ mental and physical well-being.
• Confer with treatment team to plan and evaluate therapy programs.
• Develop treatment plans based on assessment, client interests, and objectives.
• Encourage clients with special needs to engage in health-promoting activities.
• Instruct clients in activities to meet physical or psychological needs.
• Observe and record participation and progress, adjusting programs as needed.
• Gather information from records and stakeholders to assess needs.
• Plan and participate in programs to facilitate rehabilitation and community integration.
• Prepare reports reflecting client responses and progress.

Skills

DSM-IV knowledge

Exercise programs

Assessment documentation

Treatment planning

Team collaboration

Job description

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Job Title:

Hourly Activity Therapist

Job Requisition ID:

JR0000002178

Number of Openings:

1

Shift:

Any (United States of America)

Compensation Details:

SALARY: $25.00 PER HOUR

Job Description:

The Georgia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities (DBHDD) is currently seeking candidates for the position ofActivity Therapist/PRN (Part Time) at Georgia Regional Hospital - Atlanta, located in Decatur, GA.

Salary: $25.00 Per Hour –– Evening/Weekends

Job Description:

Plan, direct, or coordinate therapeutic recreation programs. Activities includes sports, gardening, dramatics, music, social activities, and arts and crafts. Conducts assessment of a client’s condition and recommend appropriate recreational activity.

Job Responsibilities & Performance Standards:

• Conducts therapy sessions to improve clients’ mental and physical well-being
• Confers with members of treatment team to plan and evaluate therapy programs
• Develops treatment plan to meet needs of client, based on needs assessment, client interests and objectives of therapy
• Encourages clients with special needs and circumstances to acquire new skills and get involved in health-promoting life skills and leisure activities, such as sports, games, music, arts and crafts, and gardening
• Instructs client in activities and techniques, such as sports, gardening, dance, music, art or relaxation techniques, designed to meet their specific physical or psychological needs
• Observes, analyzes, and records clients’ participation, reactions, and progress during treatment sessions, modifying treatment programs as needed
• Obtains information from medical records, medical staff, family members and the clients themselves to assess clients’ capabilities, needs and interests
• Plans, organizes, directs and participates in treatment programs and activities to facilitate clients’ rehabilitation, help them integrate into the community and prevent further medical problems
• Prepares and submits reports and charts to treatment team to reflect clients’ reactions and evidence of progress or regression.

Sample Technical Competencies:

Knowledge of the DSM-IV assessment of different psychological disorders Knowledge of exercise programs such as yoga, aerobics, walking for wellness, and relaxation techniques Ability to utilize the results of the recreation therapy assessment tool to document and interpret the progress/regression of a client Ability to plan, develop and structure program activities according to policies and procedures and consumer’s needs Ability to confer with treatment team and counselors for group scheduling, staffing, and program planning.

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

The State of Georgia does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or other protected categories in employment or the provision of services.
Qualified applicants may request reasonable accommodation when needed during the application and/or screening process by contacting the appropriate agency Human Resources department.