Recreational Therapy Supervisor - JFK ADATC

Health & Human Services; United States; On-site; USD 51,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services seeks a Recreational Therapy Supervisor to lead the JFK-ADATC Recreational Therapy Services. You will supervise staff, interns, and volunteers while delivering therapy and coordinating with other clinical teams to support recovery and patient well-being.

This role emphasizes evidence-based therapeutic recreation, administrative and clinical supervision, and adherence to facility policies, with a Monday–Friday 8-hour schedule.

Qualifications

• Licensed to practice Recreational Therapy by the North Carolina Board.
• Two years of experience as a Recreational Therapist.
• Knowledge of assessment tools and treatment planning.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily recreational therapy operations and staff.
• Provide administrative, clinical, and supervisory support to staff, interns, and volunteers.
• Deliver direct recreational therapy services as needed.
• Collaborate with other clinical departments to ensure coordinated care.

Skills

Recreational Therapy

Staff supervision

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Program development

Assessment tools

Education

Recreational Therapist Licensure (NC)

Job description

Position Details

Agency Dept of Health and Human Services Division Julian F Keith Alcohol , Drug Trt Ctr Job Classification Title Recreational Therapy Supervisor (NS) Position Number 60036425 Grade MH12

About Us

The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is one of the largest, most complex agencies in the state, and has approximately 17,000 employees. It is responsible for ensuring the health, safety, and well-being of all North Carolinians, providing human service needs for special populations including individuals who are deaf, blind, developmentally disabled, and mentally ill, and helping poor North Carolinians achieve economic independence.

Description of Work

The Julian F. Keith Alcohol and Drug Abuse Treatment Center (JFK-ADATC) is seeking a dedicated and experienced Recreational Therapy Supervisor to lead and manage our Recreational Therapy Services. This position is responsible for overseeing daily program operations; providing administrative, clinical, and supervisory support to staff, interns, and volunteers; and ensuring effective interdisciplinary collaboration with other clinical departments. The supervisor will also deliver direct recreational therapy services to patients as needed. This role is ideal for a compassionate, organized professional committed to supporting recovery and enhancing patient well-being through evidence-based therapeutic recreation.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences

Recruitment Range: $50,879.00 - $76,318.00

Applicants now meet the minimum qualifications of a position if they meet the minimum education and experience listed on the vacancy announcement. The Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)/ Management Preferences are not required. Applicants who possess the following skills are preferred:

• Considerable knowledge of recreational therapy theory, principles, techniques, and methods as well as their specific implications and applications to individuals with developmental disabilities and mental illnesses, with an emphasis on restoring, remediation, or rehabilitating physical and/or mental functioning and independence.


• Knowledge of co-occurring disorders, their implications for recreational therapy services is necessary.


• Ability to accurately administer a variety of assessment tools and to assess clients current functioning levels, develop and evaluate treatment plan, and evaluate progress, as well as to determine needed supports and services.


• Ability to plan, organize, and initiate programs and to supervise and train supportive personnel.

This Position Is Designated As Mandatory And Must Report Or Stay Over During Adverse Weather Events.

This position will work 8 - hour days, Monday to Friday.

About the Facility

JFK is a 68-bed inpatient treatment facility designed to meet the needs of adults with substance use disorders from the 44 westernmost counties in North Carolina. The facility treats individuals with substance abuse and psychiatric diagnoses. JFK is accredited by the Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations as a Behavioral Health facility and certified by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services as an inpatient psychiatric hospital.

Compensation & Benefits

The State of North Carolina offers the BEST comprehensive benefits around! Employees can participate in health insurance options, standard and supplemental retirement plans, and the NCFlex program (numerous high-quality, low-cost benefits on a pre-tax basis). Employees also receive paid vacation, sick, and community service leave. In addition, paid parental leave is available to eligible employees. Visit our website for additional information on North Carolina State Employee Benefits and the available plans to choose from with minimal waiting periods!

Minimum Education and Experience

Licensed to practice Recreational Therapy by the North Carolina Board of Recreational Therapy Licensure and two years of experience as a Recreational Therapist.

Veteran’s and National Guard Preference

Applicants seeking Veteran's Preference must attach a DD-214 Member-4 Form (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to their applications. Applicants seeking National Guard Preference must attach an NGB 23A (RPAS), along with the state application if they are a current member of the NC National Guard in good standing. Applicants who are former member of either the NC Army National Guard or the NC Air National Guard, with honorable discharge and six years of creditable service, must attach a copy of the DD 256 or NGB 22, along with the state application.

ADA Accommodations

Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA), DHHS is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, DHHS will ensure that people with disabilities, or known limitations covered by the PWFA, are provided with reasonable accommodation. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact the person indicated below.

EEO Statement

The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs, observances, and practices.

Contact

Communication: Applicants will be communicated via email only for updates on the status of their application. If there are any questions about this posting other than your application status, please contact the Human Resources Department at Julian F. Keith Alcohol and Drug Abuse Treatment Center at [phone].

Credential Evaluation

The State of North Carolina/Office of State Human Resources uses the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) as a referral resource for applicants who need to have their credentials certified as equivalent.

Application Deadline

Applications must be submitted by 11:59 PM prior to the closing date.