Activity Treatment Specialist (CTRS Preferred) (Full-Time)
Activity Treatment Specialist (CTRS Preferred) (Full-Time)
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Activity Treatment Specialist (Full-Time) (CTRS Preferred)- VanderArk B
What youll do
Working in one of our residential homes alongside our experienced care team youll plan and organize activities that align with the treatment plans tailored to meet the needs of girls with developmental disabilities ages 12-18 in our program.
Additionally youll mentor clients teach staff how to engage in therapeutic and fun activities and create a warm loving home for teens who are preparing for independent or community living.
Compensation Collaboration
Were starting team members at up to $23 per hour with a generous benefits package. Youll join a passionate purposeful and collaborative team who is committed to doing what it takes to give youth a brighter future.
Lets be honest
We wont sugarcoat this. Some days are going to be tough. Those in our care have been abused and neglected have histories of mental health challenges and some are involved in the juvenile justice system. Their trauma is real. Theyre short on trust and sometimes quick to anger. Theyre not used to caring adults who show up day after day.
But you will. You were built for this.
Hours: Monday - Thursday 1-9pm; every other weekend rotating between 1st and 2nd shift.
Qualifications:
- Bachelors degree from an accredited college as well as one year of relevant experience is preferred.
- Or- High school diploma with two years of related experience required.
- Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist preferred
- Prior experience working with adolescents with in providing activity treatment services is required.
- Experience working with individuals with emotional/behavioral disorders is preferred.
- Possess demonstrated skills in various leisure time activities (i.e. arts and crafts music sports camping etc.)
- For transportation purposes must have a valid drivers license
- Subscription to Wedgwood Christian Services statement of faith and agreement with the goals purpose and objectives of the agency.
Benefits:
- 403(b) retirement plan with employer match
- Medical plans with great coverage options
- Free supplemental virtual PCP care with medical plan
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Health Savings Accounts
- Dental and vision plans
- Pet insurance
- Legal insurance
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- A Locally Partnered Employee Assistance Program
- Competitive time off
- Direct deposit
- Federal Student Loan Forgiveness through PSLF
- Paid Holidays
- We also offer a variety of employer paid benefits for full time staff
- Short term disability
- Long term disability
- Life insurance up to 2x your annual salary
- No-cost employer paid training and re-certification provided to staff
- Wedgwood has full gymnasium and state-of-the art 24-hour wellness center filled with a wide variety of workout equipment available to staff at no cost.
- Walking trail that leads around the beautiful campus.
- Through community partnerships Wedgwood employees and in some cases family members are eligible for application and tuition fee discounts for several local colleges and universities.
Wedgwood Christian Services
Since 1960 Wedgwood Christian Services has been dedicated to boldly taking on the toughest problems facing children and families through residential care counseling services and community programs. Leaning on our faith and core values of integrity compassion excellence and diversity we tackle the crucial work of supporting and restoring the wellbeing of all those who call West Michigan home.
Mission: Wedgwood Christian Services extends Gods love to youth adults and families through professional counseling and educational services.
Core Values: Integrity Compassion Excellence and Diversity
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Full-Time
