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Orofino is an outdoor community with opportunities for hiking, camping, backpacking, fishing, boating, and various winter activities. State Hospital North is a 55-bed inpatient psychiatric hospital focused on treating individuals with mental health needs through teamwork and recovery-oriented decision-making. We are hiring for multiple full-time positions in Recreation Therapy and Psychiatric Treatment Coordination, with Therapeutic Recreation being the heart and soul of the hospital. This is a rewarding opportunity to help patients move toward independence and mental health recovery.
This position is not eligible for telework.
The Idaho Department of Health & Welfare is a drug-free workplace. Successful applicants will pass a pre-employment drug test and complete a criminal history background investigation. Employment is dependent on satisfactory results.
This is an ongoing announcement; openings may or may not be available when you apply. Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications will be placed on a referral list and may be contacted when a position becomes available.
Benefits The State of Idaho offers a robust total compensation and benefits package, including but not limited to:
Nation’s best state retirement systems (PERSI) with a lifetime benefit at retirement
11 paid holidays
Paid sick and vacation accrued from day one
Paid parental leave
Medical, vision, and dental insurance benefits that become effective the first of the month following your hire date; pre-tax contributions for full-time employees (30+ hours/week)
Two voluntary supplemental retirement plans (pre-tax and Roth options)
Deferred compensation plan
Life insurance for self, spouse, and children
Short and long-term disability insurance
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
Training opportunities
Flexible hours and/or telecommuting for some positions
Additional perks and discounts through medical provider
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Eligibility
Employee assistance program
Additional information about benefits and state programs can be found at the State of Idaho benefits page.
Examples of Duties
Complete assessments identifying patients’ social, physical, emotional, cognitive, and spiritual needs, strengths, and abilities related to leisure functioning.
Develop long- and short-term treatment goals centered on patients’ goals for recovery.
Collaborate and communicate with the Interdisciplinary Treatment Team regarding patient health needs and abilities.
Evaluate progress, plan, and implement treatment programming.
Complete timely documentation meeting policies and procedures.
Facilitate leisure groups and activities to support treatment goals and interventions.
Support hospital’s mission, goals, and philosophy.
Coordinate and communicate programming needs/plans with identified departments.
Minimum Qualifications You must possess all the minimum qualifications below to pass the exam for this position. Please ensure your resume/work history supports meeting the minimum qualifications. Attach a one-page cover letter to demonstrate how you meet the requirements.
Licensed or registered by the State of Idaho, and (i) Eligible for certification as a therapeutic recreation specialist or activities professional by a recognized accrediting body on or after October 1, 1990; or (ii) Has 2 years of experience in a social or recreational program within the last 5 years, one year full-time in a therapeutic activities program; or (iii) Is a qualified occupational therapist or occupational therapy assistant (Idaho Code 54.3706); or (iv) Has completed a training course approved by the State. Reference 42 CFR 483.24.
Knowledge of therapeutic recreation theory, practices and methods; recreation activities and equipment suitable for handicapped/special needs clients; assessment instruments; human growth and development.
Experience developing recreational therapy treatment goals for clients, typically at least six months.
Experience planning and conducting individual and group therapy sessions, typically at least six months plus relevant coursework.
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Questions and Contacts Email is the quickest way to get an answer to questions. The contact information is available during business hours MST.
EMAIL:
dhwjobs@dhw.idaho.gov
PHONE:
(208) 334-0681
EEO/ADA/Veteran The State of Idaho is committed to equal employment opportunities and prohibits discrimination based on protected status. Reasonable accommodations are available upon request. If you require an accommodation at any step in the recruitment process, please contact the agency at the numbers above or email ada.coordinator@dhr.idaho.gov.
Preference may be given to veterans who qualify under state and federal laws and regulations.
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Orofino is an outdoor community with opportunities for hiking, camping, backpacking, fishing, boating, and various winter activities. State Hospital North is a 55-bed inpatient psychiatric hospital focused on treating individuals with mental health needs through teamwork and recovery-oriented decision-making. We are hiring for multiple full-time positions in Recreation Therapy and Psychiatric Treatment Coordination, with Therapeutic Recreation being the heart and soul of the hospital. This is a rewarding opportunity to help patients move toward independence and mental health recovery.
This position is not eligible for telework.
The Idaho Department of Health & Welfare is a drug-free workplace. Successful applicants will pass a pre-employment drug test and complete a criminal history background investigation. Employment is dependent on satisfactory results.
This is an ongoing announcement; openings may or may not be available when you apply. Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications will be placed on a referral list and may be contacted when a position becomes available.
Benefits The State of Idaho offers a robust total compensation and benefits package, including but not limited to:
Nation’s best state retirement systems (PERSI) with a lifetime benefit at retirement
11 paid holidays
Paid sick and vacation accrued from day one
Paid parental leave
Medical, vision, and dental insurance benefits that become effective the first of the month following your hire date; pre-tax contributions for full-time employees (30+ hours/week)
Two voluntary supplemental retirement plans (pre-tax and Roth options)
Deferred compensation plan
Life insurance for self, spouse, and children
Short and long-term disability insurance
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
Training opportunities
Flexible hours and/or telecommuting for some positions
Additional perks and discounts through medical provider
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Eligibility
Employee assistance program
Additional information about benefits and state programs can be found at the State of Idaho benefits page.
Examples of Duties
Complete assessments identifying patients’ social, physical, emotional, cognitive, and spiritual needs, strengths, and abilities related to leisure functioning.
Develop long- and short-term treatment goals centered on patients’ goals for recovery.
Collaborate and communicate with the Interdisciplinary Treatment Team regarding patient health needs and abilities.
Evaluate progress, plan, and implement treatment programming.
Complete timely documentation meeting policies and procedures.
Facilitate leisure groups and activities to support treatment goals and interventions.
Support hospital’s mission, goals, and philosophy.
Coordinate and communicate programming needs/plans with identified departments.
Minimum Qualifications You must possess all the minimum qualifications below to pass the exam for this position. Please ensure your resume/work history supports meeting the minimum qualifications. Attach a one-page cover letter to demonstrate how you meet the requirements.
Licensed or registered by the State of Idaho, and (i) Eligible for certification as a therapeutic recreation specialist or activities professional by a recognized accrediting body on or after October 1, 1990; or (ii) Has 2 years of experience in a social or recreational program within the last 5 years, one year full-time in a therapeutic activities program; or (iii) Is a qualified occupational therapist or occupational therapy assistant (Idaho Code 54.3706); or (iv) Has completed a training course approved by the State. Reference 42 CFR 483.24.
Knowledge of therapeutic recreation theory, practices and methods; recreation activities and equipment suitable for handicapped/special needs clients; assessment instruments; human growth and development.
Experience developing recreational therapy treatment goals for clients, typically at least six months.
Experience planning and conducting individual and group therapy sessions, typically at least six months plus relevant coursework.
About DHW Career Learn About a Career with DHW.
Questions and Contacts Email is the quickest way to get an answer to questions. The contact information is available during business hours MST.
EMAIL:
dhwjobs@dhw.idaho.gov
PHONE:
(208) 334-0681
EEO/ADA/Veteran The State of Idaho is committed to equal employment opportunities and prohibits discrimination based on protected status. Reasonable accommodations are available upon request. If you require an accommodation at any step in the recruitment process, please contact the agency at the numbers above or email ada.coordinator@dhr.idaho.gov.
Preference may be given to veterans who qualify under state and federal laws and regulations.
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