Activity Therapist - Columbus
Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities, Department of
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Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities, Department of is hiring an Activity Therapist - Columbus. The State of Georgia seeks an Activity Therapist to plan, direct, and coordinate therapeutic recreation programs at West Central Georgia Regional Hospital, conducting client assessments and recommending activities.
Key focus areas include Plan therapeutic recreation programs, Direct therapeutic recreation activities, and Coordinate therapeutic recreation programs.
Preferred (not required): Therapeutic Recreation Planning, Activity Coordination, Client Assessment, and Sports Facilitation.
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Job Title:
Activity Therapist - Columbus Agency:
Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities
Job Requisition ID:
JR0000002793 Shift:
Day (United States of America) Compensation Details:
$35,618.70 - $56,872.73 EXPERIENCE AND DEGREE WILL DETERMINE SALARY
Job Description:
Job Title: Activity Therapist
Workplace: West Central Georgia Regional Hospital
Job Summary:
For benefits information, please visit: https://careers.dbhdd.ga.gov/why-dbhdd/
Employment Requirements To ensure the safety and wellbeing of our employees, individuals and communities we serve, certain positions within DBHDD may require evaluations, vaccinations, professional licensure and certifications. Licenses must be current and enable providers to practice within the State of Georgia.
The following are a listing of evaluations and vaccinations that may be required for employees, including those not involved with direct care:
- Drug Screening
- TB Evaluation
- Annual Influenza*
*Limited exemptions may be made for documented medical contraindications or religious beliefs that object to vaccinations.
Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information on application status by phone or e-mail. All qualified applicants will be considered but may not necessarily receive an interview. Selected applicants will be contacted by the hiring agency for next steps in the selection process.
This position is subject to close at any time once a satisfactory applicant pool has been identified.
FOR THIS TYPE OF EMPLOYMENT, STATE LAW REQUIRES A NATIONAL AND STATE BACKGROUND CHECK AS A CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT.
Under general supervision, plans, directs or coordinates therapeutic recreation programs. Activities include sports, gardening, dramatics, music, social activities, and arts and crafts. Conducts assessment of a clients condition and recommends appropriate recreational activity.
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in a therapeutic recreation or related therapeutic discipline from an accredited college or university and one (1) year of job-related experience or one (1) year of experience at the lower level Activity Therapist 1 (HCP060) or position equivalent. Note: Some positions may require registration in the area of assignment.
Equal Employment Opportunity Employer
The State of Georgia does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or other protected categories in employment or the provision of services. Qualified applicants may request reasonable accommodation when needed during the application and/or screening process by contacting the appropriate agency Human Resources department.
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