Group Activity Therapist

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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.