Therapeutic Therapist II

State of Mississippi; Mississippi; On-site; USD 33,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

State of Mississippi seeks a Therapeutic Therapist II in Wayne County, MS for full-time service delivery within Ellisville State School’s regional program. The role plans, organizes, and directs recreational activities for residents at the Waynesboro Community Homes and coordinates community events.

The position requires organizational and time management skills, strong communication, flexibility, and the ability to handle an evolving work environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree and 3-4 years of experience.
• Valid Mississippi Driver's License and a safe driving record.
• Experience in conducting activities in one or more program areas.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize and direct recreational programs at Waynesboro Community Homes.
• Coordinate outside activities for Special Olympics, Arts Fair and other trips.
• Serve as HAB Team member.
• Provide annual evaluation summaries and CFA with training programs and quarterly progress notes.

Skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Communication skills

Flexibility

Problem solving

Realistic expectations

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Therapeutic Therapist II in 77 - WAYNE COUNTY, MS

State of Mississippi

$32,666.67 - $42,466.67 Annually

Location

77 - WAYNE COUNTY, MS

Full-Time

About the Agency

Ellisville State School is a state operated regional program providing comprehensive services to persons with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Our mission is to enrich the lives of persons with intellectual and developmental disabilities by providing a foundation of independence and empowerment to reach for their tomorrow and make a difference in the world today. Agency contact information Human Resources at [phone].

Responsible for planning, organizing and directing recreational programs at the Waynesboro Community Homes; responsible for attending and coordinating outside activities for Special Olympics, Arts Fair, and other trips chosen by persons we serve that are living in these homes; serves as a HAB Team member; provides annual evaluation summary and CFA on each person we service along with written training programs and quarterly progress notes.

What you'll need to be Successful

Efficient organizational and time management skills. Good oral and written communication skills. Positive work morale. Ability to be flexible in thinking and problem solving. Realistic expectations about the difficulty and challenges of the work. Ability to handle an often-unpredictable work environment.

Preferred Qualifications

Typically requires a Bachelor's Degree and 3-4 years of experience. Agency additional qualifications:Must have a valid Mississippi Drivers' License and a safe driving record as outlined in the Ellisville State School Safety Manual.Demonstrate proficiency and experience in conducting activities in one or more program area.

Address 210 East Capitol Street
Suite 800
Jackson, Mississippi, 39201