Activity Therapist 3

Activity Therapist 3

The Georgia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities (DBHDD) is currently seeking candidates for the position of Activity Therapist 3 at Georgia Regional Hospital - Atlanta, located in Decatur, GA.

Salary: $52,007.00

Plan, direct, or coordinate therapeutic recreation programs. Activities include sports, gardening, dramatics, music, social activities, and arts and crafts. Conducts assessment of a client's condition and recommend appropriate recreational activity.

Conducts therapy sessions to improve clients' mental and physical well-being

Confers with members of treatment team to plan and evaluate therapy programs

Develops treatment plan to meet needs of client, based on needs assessment, client interests and objectives of therapy

Encourages clients with special needs and circumstances to acquire new skills and get involved in health-promoting life skills and leisure activities, such as sports, games, music, arts and crafts, and gardening

Instructs client in activities and techniques, such as sports, gardening, dance, music, art or relaxation techniques, designed to meet their specific physical or psychological needs

Observes, analyzes, and records clients' participation, reactions, and progress during treatment sessions, modifying treatment programs as needed

Obtains information from medical records, medical staff, family members and the clients themselves to assess clients' capabilities, needs and interests

Plans, organizes, directs and participates in treatment programs and activities to facilitate clients' rehabilitation, help them integrate into the community and prevent further medical problems

Prepares and submits reports and charts to treatment team to reflect clients' reactions and evidence of progress or regression.

Knowledge of the DSM-IV assessment of different psychological disorders

Knowledge of exercise programs such as yoga, aerobics, walking for wellness, and relaxation techniques

Ability to utilize the results of the recreation therapy assessment tool to document and interpret the progress/regression of a client

Ability to plan, develop and structure program activities according to policies and procedures and consumer's needs

Ability to confer with treatment team and counselors for group scheduling, staffing, and program planning.

Bachelor's degree in a therapeutic recreation or related therapeutic discipline from an accredited college or university and two (2) years of job-related experience; or one (1) year of experience at the lower level Activity Therapist 2 (HCP061) or position equivalent. Note: Some positions may require registration in the area of assignment. Additional Information