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$23/hr–$25/hr
Full-time
bachelor degree
Holiday Pay, Medical, Dental, Vision, Health Savings Account, Life Insurance
Posted 5h ago
~40 hrs/week
Responsibilities
The Activity Therapist provides goal-oriented activities to help behaviorally impaired patients regain independence and develop social and interpersonal skills. They develop treatment curriculums, facilitate group and individual sessions, and maintain data collection under the direction of licensed staff.
Requirements
Candidates must hold a Bachelor's degree in Psychology, Social Work, or a related field and possess proficiency in Microsoft Office and Electronic Health Records. Experience in a correctional mental health setting is preferred, and the ability to pass a background investigation is required.
Full job description
We're people who are fueled by passion, not by profit.
VitalCore Health Strategies, (VCHS), an industry leader in correctional healthcare, has an opening for a Full-Time Activity Therapist at Lansing Correctional Facility in Lansing, KS.
Looking for a rewarding career in the healthcare field with competitive wages, an annual incentive bonus, and an excellent benefits package?
At VitalCore we pride ourselves on retaining and acquiring compassionate, dedicated individuals who are committed to providing quality services. Join our team and experience first-hand how VitalCore Health Strategies promotes a positive work environment that is based on respect and appreciation of the hard work and dedication of our staff.
ACTIVITY THERAPIST BENEFITS PACKAGE:
Holiday Pay: New Year’s Day, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day, Labor Day, Veteran’s Day, Thanksgiving Day, and Christmas Day
Medical
Dental
Vision
Health Savings Account
Life Insurance
Short Term/Long Term Disability
Identity Theft Protection
Pet Insurance
Employee Assistance Program and Discount Center
401K & Plan Matching
PTO
Annual Incentive Bonus
ACTIVITY THERAPISTPOSITION SUMMARY
To perform this job successfully, the Behavioral Health Activity Therapist must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily and provided routine care for behaviorally impaired and emotionally disturbed patients under the direction of licensed behavioral health staff and provide purposeful, goal-oriented activities that teach and facilitate skills in assertiveness, independent living, interpersonal and social skills, and promoting individualized interest and pursuits. The Activity Therapist performs a wide range of tasks to assist individuals in regaining independence within the general population and mastery over their own recovery process. Recovery resources such as booklets, tapes, pamphlets and other written materials may be utilized by the Activity Therapist in the provision of service.
ACTIVITY THERAPIST ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Develop treatment curriculums in conjunction with the Unit Coordinator.
Facilitates activity-based contacts in individual and group settings, and maintains data collection and tracking.
Conducts non-clinical therapeutic interventions in treatment units and in conjunction with Qualified Mental Health Professionals.
With assistance from the treatment team members, utilize and teach problem solving techniques with individuals and groups; discussions will be utilized where clients will share common problems in daily living and methods they have employed to manage and cope with these problems.
Assist clients in building social skills in the general population that will enhance overall wellbeing.
Attends training and meetings as required.
Other duties as assigned.
ACTIVITY THERAPIST MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Bachelors Degree in Psychology, Social Work, or Related Field
Must be fluent in English language, including reading, writing, speaking, and understanding.
Must be proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Teams, and able to utilize an Electronic Health Record.
Must be a supportive team member who contributes to and demonstrates teamwork and team concept.
Able to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action.
Experience working in a correctional mental health setting preferred.
Must be able to pass a background investigation and obtain agency security clearance where applicable.
VitalCore Health Strategies is an equal opportunity employer and committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive workplace in which all employees have an opportunity to participate and contribute to the success of the business and are valued for their skills, experience, and unique perspectives.
Keywords: Behavioral Health, Behavioral Health Technician, Recreation Therapist
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VitalCore Health Strategies provides community standards of healthcare in a correctional environment. Our patient-first approach and experienced medical staff ensure high-quality care aimed at creating positive outcomes for our patients.
Offices: 719 SW Van Buren St, Suite 100, Topeka, Kansas 66603, US
Behavioral Health ServicesCorrectional HealthcareMental Health ServicesNursingMedicaland TelehealthHealth CareMedicalPersonal Health
VitalCore Health Strategies provides community standards of healthcare in a correctional environment. Our patient-first approach and experienced medical staff ensure high-quality care aimed at creating positive outcomes for our patients.
Offices: 719 SW Van Buren St, Suite 100, Topeka, Kansas 66603, US
Behavioral Health ServicesCorrectional HealthcareMental Health ServicesNursingMedicaland TelehealthHealth CareMedicalPersonal Health