Rec. Therapist needed in Montana

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Position Title:	Recreation Therapist	*Applications must be received by Midnight Mountain Time on the closing date. Listing Number:11027-13F6 For more information contact: State Agency: Public Health and Human Services Montana State Hospital PO Box 300 Warm Springs, MT 59756 Phone:(406)693-7031 Fax:(406)693-7059 TTY:(406)693-7022 E-mail:tthun@mt.gov or jevans@mt.gov - OR - Local Montana Job Service Workforce
Position Number(s):	69131712
Openings:	1
Location(s):	Warm Springs
Job Status:	Full-Time Permanent
Shift:	Varied Shifts
Date Posted:	9/3/2013
Closing Date:
Department:	Public Health and Human Services
Division:	AMDD
Bureau:	Montana State Hospital
Union:	MEA/MFT
Bargaining Unit:	024
Band/Grade:	5
State Application Required:	Yes
Salary:	$15.50
Salary Unit:	Hourly

 

Additional Salary Information:Salary denotes entry level.   Applicant Pool:If another department vacancy occurs in this job title within six months, the same applicant pool may be used for the selection.   Special Information:   Montana State Hospital (MSH) in BEAUTIFUL SOUTHWEST MONTANA is recruiting for a full-time Recreation Therapy position. The Hospital location affords outstanding outdoor recreational opportunities including hiking, mountain biking, skiing, kayaking, fishing, and hunting.   Selection procedures to be used in evaluation of applicant's qualifications may include, but are not limited to, an evaluation of the Montana State Application form, a structured interview, a performance test and reference and criminal background checks (CRIMINAL RECORDS BACKGROUND CHECK: Criminal background checks will be conducted on all successful candidates. The criminal record will be reviewed to determine whether the applicant has been convicted of any criminal acts that are directly related to the responsibilities of the prospective job).  A signed authorization for release of information for reference, employment, and justice department checks is required. Authorization forms are available from the local job service or by contacting the employer at (406) 693-7031.   Successful applicant(s) will be subject to: Criminal History Background Check Duties: Responsible for recreational program development, implementation; supervision and evaluation; maintain adequate records as required by federal and state laws and hospital policies; participate as a member of a multidisciplinary team; communicate changes in social, medical and behavioral information of patients; supervise, train and evaluate Rehabilitation Aides, as assigned; prepare budget recommendations; work with rehab and treatment teams to plan, organize and carry out special on and off grounds activities; review and research current information pertaining to physical, mental, emotional and social rehabilitation programs appropriate for patients; additional duties as assigned or required. Competencies: Considerable knowledge of several fields of recreational activities and creative therapy activities including specialized knowledge in at least one broad area. Thorough knowledge of techniques of observing patients; making oral and written reports; physical and mental handicaps; organization techniques and practices. Specialized certification in a field of recreational therapy is a requirement. Education/Experience: Bachelor degree in Recreational Therapy or Creative Arts Therapy (Art Therapy, Dance Therapy, or Psychodrama) or Human Services Equivalent. One-year experience as a professional Recreation Therapist, preferably in a psychiatric setting.   CTRS certificaiton is a position requirement.

 

Supplemental Questions: None Required

 

Additional Materials Required:

1.     Cover Letter 2.     Resume 3.     Transcripts

 

 

 

Beth Eastman, CTRS

Rehabilitation Department Manager

Montana State Hospital

PO Box 300

Warm Springs, MT 59756