Activity Therapist

About the role

This is an exciting opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of our patients as an Activity Therapist at Perimeter Behavioral of Missouri - Saint Robert. In this role, the activity therapist plays a crucial role in enhancing the therapeutic environment within a behavioral facility by leading and participating in recreational activities designed to promote physical, emotional, and social well-being for individuals and groups. Under the supervisor of the Clinical Director; the activity therapist will implement structured recreational programs that align with therapeutic goals, foster engagement, skill development, and community integration among clients.

Responsibilities

- Facilitate Recreation Activities: Lead and assist in a variety of therapeutic recreational activities, including arts and crafts, sports, games, and outdoor excursions, tailored to meet the diverse needs of clients. - Individual and Group Sessions: Conduct both individual and group therapy sessions, encouraging participation, fostering teamwork, and facilitating social interactions among clients. - Assessment and Planning: Collaborate with Program Director to assess client needs and preferences, contributing to the development of individualized treatment plans and setting achievable goals. - Monitor Progress: Track client participation and progress in activities, providing feedback to the therapeutic team, and adjusting programs as necessary to optimize engagement and outcomes. - Promote Safety and Well-Being: Ensure a safe and supportive environment during all activities, adhering to facility policies and procedures, and addressing any behavioral challenges appropriately. - Documentation: Maintain accurate records of client participation, progress, and any incidents, contributing to ongoing assessments and treatment planning.

Requirements

- Valid Missouri Driver's License is preferred - Must be a minimum of 21 - Experience in a mental health setting (preferably with adolescents), and knowledge of child/adolescent growth and development, and the ability to relate to adolescents with substance abuse or mental health problems is preferred. - Knowledge of community resources and recreation principles and practice. - Experience in coordinating, supervising, and participating in therapeutic group activities such as physical education, leisure education, adventure therapy, arts and crafts, ect is preferred. - Must be able to participate in the scheduled physical activities.

Qualifications

- Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits package - Opportunities for career growth and ongoing training - Rewarding, purpose-driven work environment - Company-sponsored retirement plan with employer match - Medical, dental, and vision insurance options

Schedule

- 121 Primrose Lane Saint Robert, Missouri 65584

Benefits

- Accommodations for individuals with disabilities as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)

Pay

- Competitive salary based on qualifications and experience

Application

Please list three (to include name and contact information): - A “disabled veteran” is one of the following: - a veteran of the U.S. military, ground, naval or air service who is entitled to compensation (or who but for the receipt of military retired pay would be entitled to compensation) under laws administered by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs; or - a person who was discharged or released from active duty because of a service-connected disability. - A “recently separated veteran” means any veteran during the three-year period beginning on the date of such veteran's discharge or release from active duty in the U.S. military, ground, naval, or air service. - An “active duty wartime or campaign badge veteran” means a veteran who served on active duty in the U.S. military, ground, naval or air service during a war, or in a campaign or expedition for which a campaign badge has been authorized under the laws administered by the Department of Defense. - An “Armed forces service medal veteran” means a veteran who, while serving on active duty in the U.S. military, ground, naval or air service, participated in a United States military operation for which an Armed Forces service medal was awarded pursuant to Executive Order 12985.