Recreation Therapist, CF- San Quentin Rehabilitation Center (SQ)

About the role

This is a limited term position which may be extended or become permanent. Under the overall administrative authority of the Program Assistant, with clinical oversight from the Senior Psychiatrist, Supervisor (Clinical Director), the Recreation Therapist (RT), CF develops and conducts therapeutic recreation and leisure activities; monitors supplies and submits requests for supply orders; supervises patients; and protects and maintain the safety of persons and property. The Recreation Therapist maintains safety and security of work areas by inspecting the premises and accounting for tools and materials.

Responsibilities

- Develops and conducts therapeutic recreation and leisure activities. - Monitors supplies and submits requests for supply orders. - Supervises patients. - Protects and maintains the safety of persons and property. - Maintains safety and security of work areas by inspecting the premises and accounting for tools and materials.

Requirements

Minimum Qualifications: - Equivalent to graduation from a recognized college with major work in recreation or recreation therapy. The major must have included supervised field work. - Registration as a senior will admit applicants to the examination, but they must produce evidence of graduation or its equivalent and completion of the required field work before they will be considered eligible for appointment.

Qualifications

Additional Documents: Position Details Department Information Vision Mission Commitment This advertisement is for a Recreation Therapist position(s) located at San Quentin Rehabilitation Center (SQ), in San Quentin, CA, located in Marin County. Please write the position number on your application: 095-220-9286-XXX. Special Requirements Do not include any confidential information on any documents you submit for a job vacancy, such as your state application, resume, or educational transcripts. Application Instructions Dates printed on Mobile Bar Codes, such as the Quick Response (QR) Codes available at the USPS, are not considered Postmark dates for the purpose of determining timely filing of an application. Final Filing Date: Until Filled Who May Apply Applications will be screened and only the most qualified applicants will be selected to move forward in the selection process. Applicants must meet the Minimum Qualifications stated in the Classification Specification(s). How To Apply Address for Mailing Application Packages You may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to: Address for Drop-Off Application Packages You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at: Required Application Package Documents The following items are required to be submitted with your application. Applicants who do not submit the required items timely may not be considered for this job: - Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position. - Resume is optional. It may be included, but is not required. - Other - Education: If using academic education above the twelfth grade to meet minimum qualifications, include a copy of your degree and/or Informal (Unofficial) School Transcripts. Desirable Qualifications Include a copy of your certification from California Board of Recreation and Park Certification (CBRPC) or by the National Council for Therapeutic Recreation Certification, Inc. (NCTRC) or letter stating you are eligible for certification from the CBRPC or the NCTRC.

Important: California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (CDCR) and California Correctional Health Care Services (CCHCS) employees may be eligible for a $5,000 referral bonus should you be selected for hire, and remain employed with CCHCS for 90 days. For a CDCR/CCHCS employee to be considered, a questionnaire must be completed to the best of your knowledge, including the referring employee’s name, classification, PERNR, and work location. The questionnaire will be provided to the selected candidate during the pre-employment process.