Recreational Therapist 9-P11
State of Michigan
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Recreational Therapist 9-P11 - Caro Psychiatric Hospital
State of Michigan
Health and Human Services - Caro Center
Location
Michigan, 48909
Salary
$26 - $35.85
per hour
Type
Full-Time
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Job Description
Summary
This job involves working as a recreational therapist at a psychiatric hospital, where you'll plan and lead group or individual activities to help patients improve their mental and emotional well-being based on their personal care plans.
You'll assess patients' needs, run therapy sessions, track their progress, and collaborate with a team of healthcare professionals.
It's a great fit for someone compassionate and organized who enjoys using fun activities like games or outings to support people recovering from mental health challenges.
Key Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in recreational therapy or a related field
- Certification as a Recreational Therapist (e.g., CTRS)
- Experience conducting therapeutic assessments and developing treatment goals
- Skills in implementing individual and group therapy activities
- Ability to document patient progress and responses to treatment
- Experience working as part of an interdisciplinary healthcare team
- Knowledge of person-centered care plans in a psychiatric setting
Full Job Description
The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services mission is to provide opportunities, services, and programs that promote a healthy, safe, and stable environment for residents to be self-sufficient. We are committed to ensuring a diverse workforce and a work environment whereby all employees are treated with dignity, respect and fairness. For more information, please visit MDHHS Diversity Equity and Inclusion.Participate in planning, coordinating, and directing the implementation of therapeutic groups and/or individual treatment as defined in each patients Person Center Plan of Service. Conduct Recreation Therapy assessments, identify treatment goals/interventions, administer treatment, and document patient response to treatment and progress related to activity therapy goals for each patient assigned to the case load. Participate as an active member of the interdisciplinary team for assigned unit(s) and perform fully the scope of duties of a Treatment Coordinator as assigned.
Position Description
Job Specification
To be considered for this position you must:
- Apply for this position online via NEOGOV; click on "Apply" in the job posting for instructions on submitting your electronic application. Hard copy applications are not accepted.
- Relevant experience and/or education referred to in the supplemental questions must be documented in the resume, transcript and/or application to allow for accurate screening.
- Attach a resume identifying specific experience and dates of employment. Dates of employment should include month and year and hours per week.
- Attach a cover letter.
If applicable, attach a copy of an official transcript(s). We accept scanned copies of official transcripts. We do not accept web-based, internet, or copies of unofficial transcripts.
Official transcripts provide the name of the institution, confirmation that a degree was awarded and on what date, and the registrar's signature.
Failure to complete any of the above items may result in your application not being considered. See instructions for attaching files here: Instructions
Requirements
Education
Possession of a bachelor's degree in recreational therapy.
Experience
Recreational Therapist 9
No specific type or amount is required.
Recreational Therapist 10
One year of professional experience providing recreational therapy services equivalent to a Recreational Therapist 9.
Recreational Therapist P11
Two years of professional experience providing recreational therapy services equivalent to a Recreational Therapist, including one year equivalent to a Recreational Therapist 10.
Additional Information
This position is located at 2040 Chambers Rd., Caro, MI 48723.
Your application for any position does not guarantee you will be contacted by the Department/Agency for further consideration. Only those applicants interviewed will be notified of the results.
The use of artificial intelligence (AI) software of any kind is prohibited in all areas of the selection process; including, but not limited to, responses to application questions, and responses to interview questions or exercises.
As a Condition of Employment: this position requires successful completion of a background investigation and a criminal record check.
The preferred and appointed candidate will be subject to pre-employment, random, post-accident, reasonable suspicion, return-to-duty and follow-up drug and/or alcohol testing.
The Department of Health & Human Services reserves the right to close this posting prior to its original end date once a sufficient number of applications have been received.
For questions about this specific position, please email MDHHSVacancies@michigan.gov. Please reference this job posting number in subject line.
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