Therapeutic Activies Specialist

452 MENTAL HEALTH AND SUBSTANCE ABUSE SERV.; Norman (OK); On-site; USD 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

FSAs

Paid holidays

Vacation days

Sick leave

Retirement plan

EAP

Longevity bonus

Training opportunities

Job summary

Griffin Memorial Hospital in Norman, Oklahoma, is seeking a Therapeutic Activities Specialist to implement and facilitate recreational activities for patients. The role focuses on group activities that build wellness and social skills and supports progress toward treatment goals.

The position is full-time, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM Sunday through Thursday, with a starting hourly wage of 17.09 and annual salary of $35,547.20.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or equivalent required.
• Commitment to patient well-being and safety.

Skills

Patience and safety

Education

Associate degree or equivalent

Job description

Job Posting Title

Therapeutic Activies Specialist Agency 452 MENTAL HEALTH AND SUBSTANCE ABUSE SERV. Supervisory Organization GMH - Consumer Services Job Posting End Date Refer to the date listed at the top of this posting, if available. Continuous if date is blank. Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the posting end date above. Estimated Appointment End Date (Continuous if Blank) Full/Part-Time Full time Job Type Regular Compensation Job Description

Job Description

About the Position: We are seeking a dedicated individual to implement and facilitate recreational activities for our patients at Griffin Memorial Hospital. This role involves managing group activities focused on wellness and social skills development while assisting in monitoring recovery progress toward treatment goals.

Job Type / Salary

Job Type/Salary: Compensation: 17.09/hour $35,547.20 annually 8-hour shifts – Full Time (8:00AM-5:00PM Sunday - Thursday) Posted until filled

Minimum Qualifications and Experience

Associate degree OR an equivalent combination of education and experience (substituting two years of relevant experience for the required education). Strong commitment to patient well-being and safety. A belief in the possibility of recovery and rehabilitation.

Special Requirements

Must be willing and able to fulfill any job-related travel associated with this position; a valid driver’s license is required. Applicants must submit to a physical examination and meet the physical requirements, including: Occasionally lifting/carrying up to 50 pounds. Pushing and pulling with a maximum force of 25 pounds.

Why Join Us?

• Generous Benefits:Annual base salary of $35,547.20 plus a generous benefits allowance.


• Comprehensive Health Coverage:A wide choice of health insurance plans with no pre-existing condition exclusions.


• Flexible Spending Accounts:Options for healthcare and dependent care expenses.


• Ample Time Off:11 paid holidays, 15 days of vacation, and 15 days of sick leave in the first year.


• Retirement Savings Plan:With a generous company match to help secure your future.


• Employee Assistance Program:Support when you need it.


• Longevity Bonuses:For years of dedicated service.


• Training Opportunities:Continuous learning and development for CEU requirements.

About us

Griffin Memorial Hospital (GMH) is located in Norman, Oklahoma, and serves all 77 counties in Oklahoma as a Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services (ODMHSAS) treatment center for adults. Griffin Memorial Hospital is a 120-bed acute psychiatric hospital serving persons aged 18 and over with severe mental illness and provides in-patient hospital care for those in need of mental health & substance abuse services.

Drug and Alcohol Pre-employment and Preplacement Testing

Upon a conditional offer of employment, applicants for safety sensitive positions shall be required to submit to urinalysis to test for drugs.Appointment to a safety sensitive position shall be contingent upon a negative drug test result.

Agency Requirements

THIS AGENCY REQUIRES COVERAGE 24 HOURS, 7 DAYS PER WEEK. WORK HOURS AND LOCATION MAY VARY DEPENDING ON BUSINESS NECESSITY. EMPLOYEES MAY BE REQUIRED TO WORK WEEKENDS AND OVERTIME. Reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities may be provided upon request.

Equal Opportunity Employer

An Equal Opportunity Employer. Equal Opportunity Employment The State of Oklahoma is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of genetic information, race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, or disability. Current active State of Oklahoma employees must apply for open positions internally through the Workday Jobs Hub.