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Summary:
The Group Activity Therapist primary responsibility is to assist and support individuals in achieving their optimal level of functioning as an active member of a multidisciplinary team.The Group Activity Therapist reports directly to the Program Director.
Wage Information:
$18.75, negotiable based on experienceJob Description:
- Provides case administration to an assigned caseload.
- Facilitates group process and activity within the program.
- Contributes to the multidisciplinary treatment team process.
- Performs clinical assessments and develops/implements treatment plans.
- Communicates relevant information regarding individuals to family and appropriate agencies.
- Collects data on client treatment plan goals.
- Shares in the ongoing assessment of the individual's progress.
- Engages in daily interaction and communication with program participants.
- Knowledge of mental health diagnoses and symptomatology.
- Knowledge of general principles of psychopathology.
- Basic knowledge of medical and psychiatric terminology.
- Basic knowledge of group dynamics processes.
- Ability to effectively manage crisis situations that may include verbal/physical altercations and/or suicidal/self-injurious thoughts or actions.
- Ability to conceptualize and plan appropriate therapy programs for individuals seeking mental health treatment.
- Ability to adapt treatment programs by graduating tasks to meet individual's specific level of function.
- Ability to lead and instruct individuals in psycho-educational groups.
- Ability to observe and accurately document individual activities and progress.
Qualifications:
This position requires one of the following combinations of education and experience:
Graduate of an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree in human services or related field and prior working experience in mental health or a licensed practical nurse with 2 years working experience in mental illness and/or intellectual and developmental disabilities settings.
Medical, Dental, Prescription, & Vision Insurance available for employees, spouses, domestic partners, & children who qualify.
Generous Paid Time Off & Other Paid Leave
Extensive Paid Training
Career Development Opportunities
Family Medical and Parental Leave
Flexible spending accounts for medical & dependent care
Traditional or Roth 401K Plans with up to 4% employer match
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Life Insurance
Wellness Reimbursement
Tuition Assistance
Mentor/Mentee Opportunities
Health Insurance & Benefits availability will vary.
Make a positive impact not only in someone else's life but in your own life by becoming a valued member of the CSG Team!
Community Services Group is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer supporting Workforce Diversity.
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