Illinois Department of Human Services, Chester, IL

The Division of Behavioral Health and Recovery is seeking to hire an Activity Therapist for the Chester Mental Health Center located in Chester, Illinois to provide therapeutically activity programs and conducts direct therapy for patients served on an assigned unit, on an assigned shift.

• Completes activity therapy assessments and evaluative data for the development of habilitation plans.
• Evaluates behaviors and reactions relative to patient’s reaction with activities and leisure time.
• Establishes and coordinates, types and schedules of activity programs.
• As a member of the treatment team, participates in the formulating of treatment plans and writes programs notes.
• Monitors and maintains adequate resources and verifies a safe environment. Participates in formal on-the-job training opportunities.

Minimum Qualifications
Requires a bachelor’s degree with a major in therapeutic recreation, music therapy, art therapy, dance therapy, drama therapy, leisure studies or recreation with a specialization in recreational therapy, including successful completion of an approved internship, fieldwork or practicum.

Hours | 37.5
Pay/Wages | $5,328 – $7,819 per month
How to Apply? | https://illinois.jobs2web.com/job/Chester-ACTIVITY-THERAPIST-%28UMP%29-IL-62233/1436335700/