D185 - IDD-CSDC - Activity Therapist

About River Edge Behavioral Health: Serving more than 10,000 Georgians, River Edge continues to be one of the state's leading resources for mental health, substance use disorder treatments, and supports for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. River Edge offers outpatient services at Emery Highway, Macon, Monroe County, and Baldwin County locations, including behavioral health, nursing, psychiatric assessment, stabilization, medication maintenance, crisis intervention, and awareness, education, and recovery groups. Activity Therapist at the Crisis Service Diagnostic Center Company Overview: At River Edge Behavioral Health in Macon, GA, employees develop meaningful relationships with patients, establishing trust and making a difference in the lives of clients and their families. The organization supports its team with a comprehensive benefits package, supportive culture, and health, dental, vision benefits, paid vacation, retirement plans, and more. Location Overview The Crisis Service and Diagnostic Center provides individualized, short‑term (up to 90 days) stabilization supports for up to sixteen (16) adults aged 18 and above with intellectual or developmental disabilities (IDD) and/or co‑occurring behavioral health diagnoses. These individuals may experience psychiatric crises or significant emotional/behavioral challenges that threaten their ability to remain in their current home environment. Position Overview The Activity Therapist plays a vital role in crisis and treatment settings by improving individuals’ social, physical, and emotional well‑being through structured and therapeutic activities. Responsibilities include developing and implementing recreational therapy plans, monitoring progress, supporting participation, and collaborating with families and interdisciplinary teams to support treatment goals. Location / Schedule 750 Hazel Street, Macon, GA – Monday‑Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. or 3:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m. Key Responsibilities Evaluate individuals’ recreational, social, and activity needs, preferences, and abilities to design meaningful and therapeutic activities that promote emotional and physical wellness. Assist with the organization and implementation of therapeutic and recreational programs in collaboration with the Program Director. Prepare, implement, and evaluate daily activity programming. Gather information through interviews, observation, record review, and interdisciplinary team collaboration. Develop and implement individualized and group activity plans that promote personal growth, social interaction, coping skills, and stress reduction. Create monthly activity calendars that align with individual needs and program goals, focusing on life skills, coping strategies, and social skill development. Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings to ensure activities reflect individuals’ interests, strengths, and clinical needs. Technical Competencies Knowledge of agency standard operating procedures related to record maintenance, retention, and security. Knowledge of applicable state and federal confidentiality laws and regulations. Ability to communicate confidentiality and privacy policies effectively. Knowledge of agency‑specific evaluation tools, documentation standards, and electronic health record systems. Understanding of clinical and medical terminology. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Therapeutic Recreation, Psychology, Social Work, Sociology, Human Services, or a related field. Eligible for certification as a Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS); certification preferred but not required. Experience working with adults with intellectual disabilities, autism, and/or behavioral disorders required. Demonstrated experience delivering social and emotional interventions. Preferred: One (1) year of experience providing recreational or activity therapy services. Career Development Criteria Facilitation skills training Interviewing skills training Training in assessment and testing instruments Training in serving special populations Crisis intervention training Documentation and compliance training Job‑specific software training Additional Benefits Flexible spending accounts Short and long‑term disability coverage 11 paid holidays Voluntary life insurance Application Information We encourage you to apply if you are looking for an opportunity to make life better and have a strong desire for personal growth. We promptly review all applications, and highly qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews. We are an equal opportunity employer and highly value diversity. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. All selected applicants must pass a satisfactory background clearance and a pre‑employment drug test. #J-18808-Ljbffr