Activity Therapist I
Activity Therapist I
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Job Description
Introduction
Make a Difference with DHSS
Our mission at the Department of Health and Social Services (DHSS) is to improve the quality of life of Delaware citizens by promoting health and wellbeing fostering selfsufficiency and protecting vulnerable populations. We prioritize personal and family independence by assisting individuals and families in a variety of life areas.
We offer numerous career opportunities and are dedicated to attracting and retaining highly talented individuals who are ready to make a difference in their community today. DHSS is a great place to kickstart your profession.
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Summary Statement
Essential Functions
- Plans and conducts a therapeutic program of individual group social or recreational activities such as games dances movies and field trips.
- Conducts small group and individualized activities for individuals unable to participate in large groups.
- Conducts activity assessments to determine the needs interests capabilities and deficiencies of each individual as they relate to participation in activities and community reentry.
- Assists in the orientation and training of nonprofessional staff who conduct therapeutic activities; assists staff in developing skills in working with individuals.
- Charts an individuals attendance in groups response to activities and other pertinent observations.
- Provides coverage for planning activities in absence of regularly assigned staff.
- Maintains records and prepares reports.
Job Requirements
JOB REQUIREMENTS for Activity Therapist I
Applicants must have education training and/or experience demonstrating competence in each of the following areas:
- Six months experience in planning organizing and leading group activities.
- Six months experience in working with persons with disabilities.
- Six months experience in applying laws rules regulations standards policies and procedures.
- Six months experience in narrative report writing.
Conditions of Hire
This position is a classification organized under an exclusive bargaining representative (labor organization) that has been elected by employees as their representative for collective bargaining and other applicableterms and conditions of employment in accordance with Title 29 Chapter 59 and Title 19 Chapter 13 and 16. This position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement based on its individual terms.
Upon a conditional offer the applicant must undergo a preemployment base line two step tuberculin skin test (TST) as part of the hiring process.Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. The State of Delaware participates in EVerify and will provide the federal government with your Form I9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. For more information refer to ourJob Seeker Resources.
DHSS does not provide employmentbased sponsorship.
Benefits
To learn more about the comprehensive benefit package please visit our website at Process
The application and supplemental questionnaire are evaluated based upon a rating of your education training and experience as they relate to the job requirements of the position. It is essential that you provide complete and accurate information on your application and the supplemental questionnaire to include dates of employment job title and job duties. For education and training list name of educational provider training course titles and summary of course content. Narrative information supplied in response to the questions must be supported by the information supplied on the application including your employment education and training history as it relates to the job requirements.
Once you have submitted your application online all future correspondence related to your application will be sent via email. Please keep your contact information current. You may also view all correspondence sent to you by the State of Delaware in the My Applications tab .
Accommodations
Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities in all phases of the application and employment process. To request an auxiliary aid or service please call. TDD users should call the Delaware Relay Service Numberfor assistance.
The State of Delaware is an Equal Opportunity employer and values a diverse workforce. We strongly encourage and seek out a workforce representative of Delaware including race color religion age sex national origin disability status genetics protected veteran status sexual orientation gender identity or expression.
Employment Type
Full-Time
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