Lead Activity Therapist - Recreation & Rehab Programs

Georgia Department of Revenue; Milledgeville (GA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 49,000; Full time

Job summary

Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities in Milledgeville, GA is seeking an Activity Therapy Leader to guide therapeutic recreation programs at Central State Hospital. The role focuses on developing life-management skills for home, community, workplace, and personal relationships.

The candidate will hold a Bachelor's degree in a therapeutic discipline with at least 3 years of related experience, including leadership.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a therapeutic recreation or related field.
• Three years of job-related experience, including one year in a lead or supervisory role.
• Registration in the area of assignment may be required.

Responsibilities

• Plans, directs or coordinates therapeutic recreation programs.
• Assist with activities such as sports, gardening, dramatics, music, social activities, and arts and crafts.
• Conducts assessment of an individual’s condition and recommends appropriate recreational activity.
• May transport and/or accompany clients to treatment units using a wheelchair or stretcher.

Skills

Therapeutic recreation

Leadership

Assessment

Mobility support

Education

Bachelor's degree in a therapeutic recreation or related therapeutic discipline

Job description

Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities in Milledgeville, GA is seeking an Activity Therapy Leader to guide therapeutic recreation programs at Central State Hospital. The role focuses on developing life-management skills for home, community, workplace, and personal relationships.

The candidate will hold a Bachelor's degree in a therapeutic discipline with at least 3 years of related experience, including leadership.