Recreational Therapist — Impactful Care in Corrections

State of Michigan; Saint Louis (MI); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Job summary

The Michigan Department of Corrections seeks a qualified Recreational Therapist to deliver activity therapy for mentally ill and disabled prisoners, collaborating within an interdisciplinary treatment team and handling case management for an assigned group.

The role emphasizes professional therapy assignments, development of treatment interventions, and adherence to ethical standards while benefiting from Michigan's comprehensive benefits and state service commitment.

Qualifications

• Requires bachelors degree in recreational therapy.
• One year of professional experience in recreational therapy at level 9, or two years including level 10/P11.
• Applicants must meet ethical standards and complete required training.

Responsibilities

• Provide a range of recreational therapy activities to meet the developmental needs of mentally ill and/or mentally disabled prisoners.
• Serve on an interdisciplinary treatment team, assess needs, devise interventions, and perform case management for an assigned group of prisoners.

Skills

Recreational therapy

Education

Bachelor's degree in recreational therapy

Job description

The Michigan Department of Corrections seeks a qualified Recreational Therapist to deliver activity therapy for mentally ill and disabled prisoners, collaborating within an interdisciplinary treatment team and handling case management for an assigned group.

The role emphasizes professional therapy assignments, development of treatment interventions, and adherence to ethical standards while benefiting from Michigan's comprehensive benefits and state service commitment.