ACTIVITY THERAPIST (UPWARD MOBILITY)

Job description

Posting Identification Number 39819

Position Overview
The Division of Developmental Disabilities is seeking to hire an Activity Therapist for the Fox Developmental Center located in Dwight, Illinois to conduct and document comprehensive activity therapy assessments and develop therapy programs for individuals. Develops activity therapy skill programs that correlate to objectives developed in the annual reviews. Transports individuals by van or automobile to community outings/activities.
Job Responsibilities
1. Conducts and documents comprehensive activity therapy assessments and develops therapy programs for individual’s served at the Fox Developmental Center, including progress on past activity goals and objectives and recommendations based on individuals’ preferences.
2. Develops activity therapy skill programs that correlate to objectives developed in the annual reviews.
3. Registers individuals served in community park district programs based on their interest.
4. Plans and participates in the planning and implementation of center-wide special events and activities.
5. Transports individuals by van or automobile to community outings/activities.
6. Conducts group/solitary activity therapy programs to meet the interests and needs of individuals served.
7. Performs other duties as assigned or required which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above.
Minimum Qualifications
1. 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.
• This class is included as an Upward Mobility Program credential title.
Conditions of Employment
1. Requires the ability to work after business hours, weekends and holidays.
2. Requires the ability to utilize office equipment, including personal computers.
3. Requires the ability to physically restrain individuals