Activity Therapy Specialist 2

Responsibilities Plans, organizes & facilitates a comprehensive program of recreational, art, or music therapy/adjunctive therapy (AT) for assigned unit. Conducts therapy sessions using defined therapy techniques & mediums. Conducts individual & group therapy sessions for evaluation & skills/performance development in areas. Completes documentation to Joint Commission and CMS standards. Functions as a primary member of assigned interdisciplinary treatment team; evaluates patients; formulates & implements Individual Treatment Plan. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's degree in music therapy from an accredited institution approved by American Music Therapy Association (i.e., AMTA); completion of 6 mos., 1040‑hour music therapy internship at an approved AMTA cite & board certification (i.e., MT‑BC) by certification board for music therapists (i.e., CBMT); 24 mos. exp. in activity therapy. Or 12 mos. exp. as Activity Therapy Specialist 1, 44213. Or bachelor's degree in therapeutic recreation; completion of 1000 hour clinical practicum & certification by national council on therapeutic recreation certification; 24 mos. exp. in activity therapy. Or completion of undergraduate core program in recreation, physical education or specialty area (e.g., music, art, drama, dance); 24 mos. exp. in activity therapy. Or completion of associate degree in recreation or specialty area (e.g., music, art, drama, dance); 24 mos. exp. in activity therapy. Or equivalent of the minimum class qualifications for employment noted above. Job Skills Therapy/Therapeutical Services. Applications of those who meet the minimum qualifications will be further evaluated against the following criteria: qualifications, experience, education, active disciplinary record, and work record. Primary Job Skill Mental Health Technical Skills Behavioral Health Professional Skills Cultural Awareness Building Trust Collaboration Establishing Relationships Decision Making Adaptability Teamwork Strong Written and Verbal Communication Benefits Health insurance upon hire. Quality, affordable, and competitive medical benefits are offered through the available Ohio Med plans. State of Ohio pays 85% of medical coverage premium, low‑cost deductibles (Single $400 per year, Family $800 per year). Free dental & vision and basic life insurance for union members during eligibility period. Up to $1500 in wellness incentives annually for employee and $550 for spouse. Guaranteed 11 paid holidays. Paid Time Off – vacation, personal, and sick leave included. Yearly Paid Time Off Cash Out option. Childbirth/Adoption Leave. Up to $5000 annually for educational assistance, professional development, and continuing education opportunities. Public Service Loan Forgiveness program. Ohio Public Employees Retirement System: state of Ohio contributes 14%, visit website for more information OPERS. Voluntary 457(b) retirement savings plan, visit Ohio Deferred Compensation for more information. #J-18808-Ljbffr Ohio Department of Behavioral Health