The MDHHS mission is to provide opportunities services and programs that promote a healthy safe and stable environment for residents to be self-sufficient. We are committed to ensuring a diverse workforce and a work environment whereby all employees are treated with dignity respect and fairness. For more information please visit ourMDHHS Diversity Equity and Inclusion Plan. Under the guidance of a professional therapist the Activity Therapy Aide (ATA) participates in the planning implementation and performance of therapeutic activities both individually or in group settings in the form of recreational social physical vocational groups special programs and engagement activities on or off the unit. The ATA communicates with unit staff Rehab Services staff and treatment team members regarding patient needs and behaviors. The ATA documents observations according to department procedure and hospital policy and attends department and other mandatory meetings as assigned.
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To be considered for this position you must:
Failure to complete any of the above items may result in your application not being considered. See instructions for attaching files here: Instructions
Educational level typically acquired through completion of high school.
No specific type or amount is required.
Activities Therapy Aide 7
One year of experience equivalent to an Activities Therapy Aide 6.
Two years of experience equivalent to an Activities Therapy Aide including one year equivalent to an Activities Therapy Aide 7.
Your application for any position does not guarantee you will be contacted by the Department/Agency for further consideration. Only those applicants interviewed will be notified of the results.
This position is located atKalamazoo Psychiatric Hospitaland the selected incumbent will berequired to physically report to this office. Candidates should confirm work location and schedule at the time of interview.
As a Condition of Employment: this position requires successful completion of a background investigation and a criminal records check.
The Department of Health & Human Services reserves the right to close this posting prior to its original end date once a sufficient number of applications have been received.
Some positions within this job may require possession of the Commercial Drivers License (CDL) issued by the Secretary of State as required by Public Act 346 of 1988 to operate a designated state vehicle.
Accommodations
If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or selection processes please contact the ADA coordinator for the agency that posted this position vacancy.