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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.
This position is part of our Youth Mental Health (MH) Services School Based Partial Hospitalization Program.
Schedule: Monday-Friday, 7:00am - 3:30pm. Wage Information:
Starting wage: $20.00 per hour, may be negotiable based on relevant experience Job 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.
CSG Offers Superior Perks & Benefits:
• Medical, Dental, Prescription, & Vision Insurance available for employees, spouses, domestic partners, & dependents who qualify.
• Generous Paid Time Off & Other Paid Leave
• Extensive Paid Training
• Career Development Opportunities
• Flexible Pay Options through myFlexPay
• 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 Opportunities
• 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 and values a diverse, inclusive workforce.