Forensic Therapeutic Activities Worker - Norristown State Hospital (2nd Shift)

Are you a creative and compassionate individual who is looking to make a meaningful impact on the lives of others? The Pennsylvania Department of Human Services is actively seeking a Forensic Therapeutic Activities Worker to join our dynamic activities team. In this impactful role, you will provide individual and group therapeutic recreation services to consumers at Norristown State Hospital. If you are committed to providing exceptional care and ready to embark on a fulfilling career path, do not miss this opportunity to contribute to a rewarding cause!

In this position, you will provide services that are conducted efficiently and effectively to ensure the highest quality of individualized treatment and support. A diverse variety of activities, including games, exercises, arts and crafts, sports, literature, and current events will be utilized to promote comprehensive treatment. Social and yard activities will also be integrated to help consumers develop pro-social leisure skills, which are crucial for both treatment progress and relapse prevention. Additionally, you will conduct formal assessments of patients and plan therapeutic recreation methods that help patients achieve goals and objectives as specified in their comprehensive treatment plan. You will also monitor and document patient progress in the treatment record.

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Full-time employment, 37.5 hours per week
• Work hours are 2nd shift (12:30 PM to 8:30 PM), and working every other weekend 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM. Both shifts include a 30-minute lunch break.
• May change based on operational needs.
• Travel and overtime: As needed
• Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position.
• Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
• You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

• Four years of experience providing therapeutic activities for individuals with physical, medical, or cognitive disabilities; or
• A bachelor's degree with major course work in therapeutic recreation; physical education; vocational rehabilitation; vocational education or counseling; art, music, dance, or occupational therapies; or a related human services field; or
• An equivalent combination of experience and training.
• Applicants will be considered to have met the educational requirements once they are within three months of graduating with a qualifying degree.

Other Requirements:

• You must meet the PA residency requirement. For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link and click on Residency.
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Legal Requirements:

• A conditional offer of employment will require a medical examination.
• This position falls under the provisions of the Older Adult Protective Services Act.
  • Under the Act, a conditional offer of employment will require submission and approval of satisfactory criminal history reports, including but not limited to, PA State Police and FBI clearance.

How to Apply:

• Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).
• If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
• Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
• Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.

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If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.

The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.

• Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam).
• Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions.
• Your score is valid for this specific posting only.
• You must provide complete and accurate information or:
  • your score may be lower than deserved.
  • you may be disqualified.
• You may only apply/test once for this posting.
• Your results will be provided via email.