Recreational Therapist: Mental Health Rehab in Corrections

State of Michigan; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

The Michigan Department of Corrections is seeking a Recreational Therapist to deliver therapeutic recreation services to mentally ill and mentally disabled prisoners. This role works within an interdisciplinary treatment team to assess needs and implement therapy interventions.

Responsibilities include devising and interpreting therapy techniques, and performing case management for an assigned group of prisoners.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in recreational therapy required.
• Experience in planning and delivering recreational therapy programs.
• Ability to work within an interdisciplinary treatment team.

Responsibilities

• Assess and devise recreational therapy plans for mentally ill/disabled prisoners.
• Provide recreational therapy activities within an interdisciplinary treatment team.
• Perform case management for an assigned group of prisoners.

Skills

Recreational Therapy

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Case management

Education

Bachelor's degree in recreational therapy

Job description

The Michigan Department of Corrections is seeking a Recreational Therapist to deliver therapeutic recreation services to mentally ill and mentally disabled prisoners. This role works within an interdisciplinary treatment team to assess needs and implement therapy interventions.

Responsibilities include devising and interpreting therapy techniques, and performing case management for an assigned group of prisoners.