REHABILITATION THERAPIST LEAD

Recreational Therapist 3 This position is eligible for a $5,000 hiring incentive. The Recreational Therapist 3 is involved in planning, implementing, coordinating, and evaluating therapy programs for assigned work unit consisting of one or more special population groups. This position also provides direct therapy and/or instructing others in techniques of treatment and activities of continued care, performs public awareness and informational activities, maintains records, and prepares reports. Job Location Arizona State Hospital, 501 N. 24th Street, Phoenix, AZ 85008 Salary and Grade Salary: $25,647.78 | Grade: 18 Job Duties Planning, organizing and implementing recreational rehabilitation therapy treatment services both on and off‑campus (as appropriate). Conducting individual and group therapeutic treatment modalities, including escorting patients to and from therapy sessions in addition to being certified as a 12‑passenger van driver. Evaluating patients and completing recreational therapy assessments on a referral basis. Documenting treatment plans, progress notes, and discharge summaries in patient records as needed. Attending and reporting on patient progress in the interdisciplinary treatment planning and review conferences. Consulting with interdisciplinary team members, as appropriate regarding individual patient care. Collaborating and providing partnership with community agency caregivers (as defined) and representing the Hospital in a positive and professional manner. Monitoring patients' educational and community agency participation progress in collaboration with community agency providers. Submitting written and verbal reports as defined which may include formal employee evaluation, training and personnel documentation. Participating in special projects and wide committee membership. Maintaining office equipment, facility environment in a clean, safe and orderly manner. Performing oversight and team lead special projects within the rehabilitation therapy department. Will supervise subordinate level professional and para‑professional rehabilitation therapy staff members. Other duties as assigned related to the position. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSAs) Principles, practices, and techniques of specific rehabilitation therapy profession and scope of practice. Mental health principles and techniques involved in the treatment of mental health patients. Therapeutic practices and techniques of group and individual activities used in therapy. Principles, practices, techniques, and code of ethics of the professional certification/license/registration of the individual discipline. Policies and procedures for the Hospital and practice protocols for the Rehabilitation Therapy Department, van safety, safe food handling practices, principles of professional assault, and recovery concepts. Performance Management, Continuous Quality Improvement, and Lean methodologies. Applying therapeutic techniques, including assessment of functional skills and developing treatment goals with the patient based on strengths and needs. Establishing therapeutic relationships and motivating patients. Therapeutic activity design, planning, implementation, and evaluation. Oral and written communication and documentation of progress notes in health records. Assessing patient's needs and developing treatment plans and goals. Planning, carrying out, and evaluating treatment programs. Writing patient's progress towards goals and objectives. Interpreting and applying hospital rules, regulations, policies, and procedures and protocols. Driving a 12‑passenger van. Traveling to alternate locations as needed. Supporting a diverse multicultural workforce that reflects the community and promotes equal opportunity. Selective Preference(s) Bachelor's degree and required certification with 2 years of healthcare experience. Preference to a candidate who is a certified lifeguard. Master's degree substitutes for 1 year of experience along with the required certification. Pre‑Employment Requirements Certification as a Recreational Therapist by the National Council for Therapeutic Recreation (NCTRC) or eligibility to take the certification exam with a goal of becoming a Certified Recreational Therapist within 6 months after hire. Ability to obtain and maintain CPR and NVCI certification. Valid Level One Fingerprint Clearance Card pursuant to A.R.S. § 41‑1758.07. License, training, and driving records sufficient for State business and possession of a current valid state‑issued driver’s license. Compliance with Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification (E‑Verify). Benefits Medical and dental insurance plans. Paid vacation and sick time. 10 paid holidays per year. Wellness program and plans. Life insurance. Short/long‑term disability insurance. Defined retirement plan. Infant at Work program. Credit union membership. Transit subsidy. ADHS Student Assistance Pilot Program. Retirement The State makes monthly contributions to the ASRS in an amount equal to the employee’s contribution. New State employees have a 27‑week wait period for contributions to begin. Contact Us Arizona State Government is an Equal Opportunity/ADA Reasonable Accommodation Employer. Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation such as a sign language interpreter or an alternative format by calling View phone number on click.appcast.io. All newly hired employees will be subject to E‑Verify Employment Eligibility Verification. #J-18808-Ljbffr Arizona State Government