Activity Therapist II

The incumbent in this position is tasked with managing and providing Therapeutic Services for male and female clients admitted to the Delaware Psychiatric Center (DPC). The incumbent in this position supervises several staff which includes planning, assigning, reviewing, evaluating, coaching, training, recommending for hiring and termination of employees for the Recovery Academy. Duties include supervising the Recovery Academy Assessment Team and managing the completion of recovery plans for the unit. Other responsibilities include quality assurance reviews, weekly supervision with staff, chart reviews to ensure documentation completion, collaborate with peers on program development and review work assignments to ensure coverage for all groups and/or special events; participates in departmental program planning, prepares purchase orders and equipment requests, evaluates the effectiveness of programs and make presentations to colleges, community groups or organizations regarding treatment services offered.

Essential functions are fundamental, core functions common to all positions in the class series and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job duties for any one position in the class. Since class specifications are descriptive and not restrictive, incumbents can complete job duties of similar kind not specifically listed here.

• Plans and conducts a therapeutic program of individual, group, social or recreational activities such as games, dances, movies and field trips.
   
• Conducts small group and individualized activities for individuals unable to participate in large groups.
   
• Conducts activity assessments to determine the needs, interests, capabilities and deficiencies of each individual as they relate to participation in activities and community re-entry.
   
• Assists in the orientation and training of non-professional staff who conduct therapeutic activities; assists staff in developing skills in working with individuals.
   
• Charts an individual's attendance in groups, response to activities and other pertinent observations.
   
• Provides coverage for planning activities in absence of regularly assigned staff.
   
• Maintains records and prepares reports.

JOB REQUIREMENTS for Activity Therapist II
Applicants must have education, training and/or experience demonstrating competence in each of the following areas:

1. Three years experience in planning, organizing and leading group activities.
2. Six months experience in working with persons with disabilities.
3. Six months experience in interpreting laws, rules, regulations, standards, policies, and procedures.
4. Six months experience in narrative report writing.
5. Knowledge of staff supervision of two or more employees which includes to plan, assign, review, discipline, recommend hire, promotion, termination and administer performance plans and reviews.

Criminal background check: A satisfactory criminal background check is required as a condition of hire. The recruiting agency may require the applicant to pay for the criminal background check as part of the conditional offer of hire.

Pre-employment Drug Testing: Upon a conditional offer, you must undergo pre-employment drug testing as part of the hiring process.

To learn more about the comprehensive benefit package please visit our website at http://ben.omb.delaware.gov/

The application and supplemental questionnaire are evaluated based upon a rating of your education, training and experience as they relate to the job requirements of the position. It is essential that you provide complete and accurate information on your application and the supplemental questionnaire to include dates of employment, job title and job duties. For education and training, list name of educational provider, training course titles and summary of course content. Narrative information supplied in response to the questions must be supported by the information supplied on the application including your employment, education and training history as it relates to the job requirements.

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