NMT Activity Specialist (Floater) - Day Treatment

Alexander Youth Network; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

tuition reimbursement

tuition assistance

401K

paid time off

comprehensive health plan

Job summary

Alexander Youth Network in Charlotte, NC seeks an NMT Activity Specialist (Floater) to support Day Treatment programs with therapeutic activities for children facing serious emotional and behavioral challenges. This role focuses on kinesthetic, visual-motor, musical, interpersonal and intra-personal skill development, in coordination with individual service plans and community resources.

The ideal candidate holds a four-year degree in Recreational Therapy or related field and has 2–4 years of

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Recreational Therapy preferred; other related degrees considered.
• Qualified Professional (QP) – 2–4 years in child mental health and/or day treatment.
• Familiarity with MS Office applications preferred.
• NC Board of Recreational Therapy Licensure preferred.
• Valid NC or SC Driver's license required.

Responsibilities

• Support Day Treatment programs in the development and implementation of NMT-based therapeutic activities for children with serious emotional and behavioral problems.
• Coordinate with individual service plans to enhance kinesthetic, visual-motor, musical, interpersonal and intrapersonal skills and community resource use.

Skills

Driver's license

Education

Bachelor's degree in Recreational Therapy

4-year degree in related field (recreation administration, park and recreation, outdoor recreation, special education, elementary dance/music education)

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Job Details: Job Location: 6220 Thermal Road - Charlotte, NC, Position Type: Full Time, Education Level: 4 Year Degree, Salary Range: Undisclosed, Travel Percentage: Up to 50% , Job Shift: 1st shift, Job Category: Direct Care , Join Our Team as a NMT Activity Specialist (Floater) for our Day Treatment Program

Get to know Alexander

Alexander Youth Network is passionate about helping children overcome their mental health challenges. Our teams are committed to creating an environment that empowers every individual to thrive and make a difference.

Benefits

• tuition reimbursement
• tuition assistance
• 401K
• paid time off
• a comprehensive health plan that prioritizes your well-being

What You’ll Do

Support Day Treatment programs in the development, and implementation of NMT based therapeutic activities for children with serious emotional and behavioral problems while coordinating with individual service plans, to enhance their kinesthetic, visual‑motor, musical, inter‑personal and intra‑personal skills, as well as naturalist learning processes, and their ability to utilize community resources and support.

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Recreational Therapy preferred. Will consider 4-year college degree in recreation administration, park and recreation, outdoor recreation, special education, elementary dance education, elementary music education and any other related degrees.
• Qualified Professional (QP) - 2 – 4 years of experience in child mental health and/or day treatment required.
• Familiarity in MS Office applications preferred.
• North Carolina Board of Recreational Therapy Licensure preferred.
• Valid NC or SC Driver's license