Activities Therapist

Pay range: $42.76/hour - $45/hour depending on years of experienceCenturion is proud to be the provider of comprehensive services to the Maryland Department of Public Safety and Correctional Services. We are currently seeking a Full-time Activity Therapist to join our team at Western Correctional Institution (WCI) located in Cumberland, Maryland.The Activity Therapist works as part of a multidisciplinary treatment team and uses recreational/social activities to accomplish treatment objectives, foster skill building and problem solving in support of healing and psychological stabilization. This person will assist patients using recovery based, skill-building strategies to enhance their skill sets related to recreation and leisure activities and to reinforce adaptive and independent living skills.NCCAP Certification preferredBachelor’s Degree in the social sciences (psychology, social work or counseling or related field)Specific training in Recreational TherapyTwo or more years of experience providing comprehensive art/recreational therapy servicesExperience working in corrections preferredMust be appropriately and actively certified in Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)/ BLSAbility to obtain a security clearance, to include drug screen and criminal background checkAvailable shift: full time, daysWe offer excellent compensation and comprehensive benefits for our full-time team members including:Health, dental, vision, disability and life insurance401(k) with company matchGenerous paid time offPaid holidaysFlexible Spending AccountContinuing Education benefitsMuch more... #J-18808-Ljbffr Centurion Health