State of Idaho
Therapeutic Recreation Specialist – State Hospital North, Orofino, ID
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Dedicated to strengthening the health, safety, and independence of Idahoans. Do you love the great outdoors? Orofino is centrally poised to access an outdoor community full of hiking, camping, and backpacking in national forests, or take advantage of Dworshak Lake and the multiple rivers for fishing, boating and water activities. State Hospital North is a 55‑bed inpatient psychiatric hospital dedicated to treating individuals with mental health needs through a supportive culture of teamwork and collaborative recovery‑oriented decision‑making.
Responsibilities
Complete assessments identifying patient’s social, physical, emotional, cognitive and spiritual needs, strengths and abilities related to leisure functioning.
Develop long and short‑term treatment goals centered around patient’s goals for recovery.
Collaborate and communicate with interdisciplinary treatment team regarding patient health needs and abilities.
Evaluate progress, plan and implement treatment programming.
Complete timely documentation meeting requirements of policies and procedures.
Facilitate leisure groups and activities in support of patient identified needs and interests to support treatment goals and interventions.
Support hospital’s mission, goals and philosophy.
Coordinate and communicate programming needs/plans with identified departments.
Minimum Qualifications
Licensed or registered, if applicable, by the State of Idaho; and (ii) is (A) eligible for certification as a therapeutic recreation specialist or as an activities professional by a recognized accrediting body on or after October 1, 1990; or (B) has 2 years of experience in a social or recreational program within the last 5 years, one of which was full‑time in a therapeutic activities program; or (C) is a qualified occupational therapist or occupational therapy assistant, Idaho Code 54.3706; or (D) has completed a training course approved by the State. REFERENCE 42 CFR 483.24. This will include having good knowledge of the following: therapeutic recreation theory, practices and methods, recreation activities and equipment and their suitability for handicapped/special needs clients, purpose and administration of assessment instruments, human growth and development patterns.
Experience developing recreational therapy treatment goals for clients. Typically gained by at least six months experience developing therapeutic recreation treatment goals for activities related to client skills and needs.
Experience planning and conducting individual and group therapy sessions. Typically gained through at least six months experience plus completion of coursework such as group dynamics, recreational activities, or experiential education; leisure education is also acceptable.
Benefits
We have one of the nation’s best state retirement systems (PERSI) that offers a lifetime benefit at retirement.
11 paid holidays.
Paid sick and vacation that begins accruing on your first day of employment; can be used immediately after accruing (no waiting time).
Paid parental leave.
Medical, vision, and dental insurance benefits that become effective first of the month following your hire date. All contributions can be pre‑tax (full‑time/30+ hours per week).
2 voluntary supplemental retirement plans including both 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).
Wide variety of training opportunities.
Some positions offer flexible hours and/or telecommuting.
Additional perks and discounts available through medical provider.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligibility.
Employee assistance program.
Additional information related to benefits and/or State programs can be found here: https://dhr.idaho.gov/StateEmployees/Benefits.html.
Contact Email: dhwjobs@dhw.idaho.gov Phone: (208) 334-0681 EEO/ADA/Veteran: The State of Idaho is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and prohibits discrimination against qualified individuals based on disability, veteran status, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, genetics, or any other protected status under applicable laws. Access and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities are available upon request. For accommodations, contact 208‑334‑2263 (TTY/TTD: 711) or email ada.coordinator@dhr.idaho.gov.
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Dedicated to strengthening the health, safety, and independence of Idahoans. Do you love the great outdoors? Orofino is centrally poised to access an outdoor community full of hiking, camping, and backpacking in national forests, or take advantage of Dworshak Lake and the multiple rivers for fishing, boating and water activities. State Hospital North is a 55‑bed inpatient psychiatric hospital dedicated to treating individuals with mental health needs through a supportive culture of teamwork and collaborative recovery‑oriented decision‑making.
Responsibilities
Complete assessments identifying patient’s social, physical, emotional, cognitive and spiritual needs, strengths and abilities related to leisure functioning.
Develop long and short‑term treatment goals centered around patient’s goals for recovery.
Collaborate and communicate with interdisciplinary treatment team regarding patient health needs and abilities.
Evaluate progress, plan and implement treatment programming.
Complete timely documentation meeting requirements of policies and procedures.
Facilitate leisure groups and activities in support of patient identified needs and interests to support treatment goals and interventions.
Support hospital’s mission, goals and philosophy.
Coordinate and communicate programming needs/plans with identified departments.
Minimum Qualifications
Licensed or registered, if applicable, by the State of Idaho; and (ii) is (A) eligible for certification as a therapeutic recreation specialist or as an activities professional by a recognized accrediting body on or after October 1, 1990; or (B) has 2 years of experience in a social or recreational program within the last 5 years, one of which was full‑time in a therapeutic activities program; or (C) is a qualified occupational therapist or occupational therapy assistant, Idaho Code 54.3706; or (D) has completed a training course approved by the State. REFERENCE 42 CFR 483.24. This will include having good knowledge of the following: therapeutic recreation theory, practices and methods, recreation activities and equipment and their suitability for handicapped/special needs clients, purpose and administration of assessment instruments, human growth and development patterns.
Experience developing recreational therapy treatment goals for clients. Typically gained by at least six months experience developing therapeutic recreation treatment goals for activities related to client skills and needs.
Experience planning and conducting individual and group therapy sessions. Typically gained through at least six months experience plus completion of coursework such as group dynamics, recreational activities, or experiential education; leisure education is also acceptable.
Benefits
We have one of the nation’s best state retirement systems (PERSI) that offers a lifetime benefit at retirement.
11 paid holidays.
Paid sick and vacation that begins accruing on your first day of employment; can be used immediately after accruing (no waiting time).
Paid parental leave.
Medical, vision, and dental insurance benefits that become effective first of the month following your hire date. All contributions can be pre‑tax (full‑time/30+ hours per week).
2 voluntary supplemental retirement plans including both 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).
Wide variety of training opportunities.
Some positions offer flexible hours and/or telecommuting.
Additional perks and discounts available through medical provider.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligibility.
Employee assistance program.
Additional information related to benefits and/or State programs can be found here: https://dhr.idaho.gov/StateEmployees/Benefits.html.
Contact Email: dhwjobs@dhw.idaho.gov Phone: (208) 334-0681 EEO/ADA/Veteran: The State of Idaho is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and prohibits discrimination against qualified individuals based on disability, veteran status, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, genetics, or any other protected status under applicable laws. Access and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities are available upon request. For accommodations, contact 208‑334‑2263 (TTY/TTD: 711) or email ada.coordinator@dhr.idaho.gov.
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