Activity Specialist I

Activity Specialist I Job

ID221157

Location Miami County Full/Part TimeFull-Time AgencyOsawatomie State Hospital Job Posting Important Recruitment Information for this vacancy Job Posting closes: May 28, 2026

Agency Information:

Osawatomie State Hospital About the Position Who can apply: Anyone

Classified/Unclassified Service:

Unclassified

Full-Time/Part-Time:

Full-time

Regular/Temporary:

Regular

Work Schedule:

Tuesday-Saturday, 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM Eligible to

Receive Benefits:

Yes

Veterans' Preference Eligible:

Yes

Search Keywords:

Activity Leisure, Fitness, Exercise, Planning, Group, Arts, Crafts, Recreation, Sports

Compensation:

$19.65 TEMPORARY additional differential of $2.50/hr for all hours worked. • Salary can vary depending upon education, experience, or qualifications. Osawatomie State Hospital is licensed by the State of Kansas to provide care and treatment for adults diagnosed with psychiatric disorders regardless of ability to pay. There are currently two hospitals on the Osawatomie campus in Miami county: Osawatomie State Hospital (OSH) and Adair Acute Care (AAC). Adair Acute Care are a 60-bed facility, certified by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services. All employees are expected to work in a harmonious and cooperative fashion with other staff to provide efficient and effective customer service: to use free time as available to assist other staff in the completion of work assignments and perform other tasks as needed; to contribute to a positive work environment through a positive, helpful, courteous demeanor towards staff, customers and the general public; and to adhere to appropriate standards of conduct regarding the use of leave, reports to work on time and in the designated fashion. The purpose of the Activity Specialist position is to plan and provide structured leisure activities designed to help the patients increase knowledge of fitness, basic nutrition, and leisure activities using a variety of activity modalities (e.g., recreation, sports, music, arts & crafts etc.) Maintain ongoing contact and build rapport with all patients on assigned area to determine response to treatment activities. Encourage patients to participate in treatment schedule. Groups are reviewed for quality through direct observation, discussion during supervisory meetings, and participation in outcome studies. The essential functions of this position may require physical strength to frequently push, pull, twist, bend, squat, walk, stand for extended periods of time, lift and/or restrain residents with or without assistance and respond to aggressive resident behavior with specific, trained techniques. Be able to observe and respond to residents in distress. Osawatomie State Hospital Adair Acute Care is funded in part by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services and is subject to requirements bestowed by Federal and State levels of government conditions of participation. Employment Benefits Comprehensive medical, mental, dental, vision, and additional coverage Sick & Vacation leave Work-Life Balance programs: parental leave, military leave, jury leave, funeral leave Paid State Holidays (designated by the Governor annually) Fitness Centers in select locations Employee discounts with the STAR Program Retirement and deferred compensation programs Visit the Employee Benefits page for more information… Position Summary & Responsibilities

Position Summary:

The employee is responsible for selecting, designing, and conducting activities within established standards or practices. Within the structure of the activity, each patient's treatment is determined by the goals and interventions developed by the interdisciplinary team. Instruction is generally verbal with some written handouts for guidelines. Assignments are given regarding the overall goals and approaches to be used, but the details of the activities and lesson plans are left to the employee. Must be able to lift 30 lbs or more to perform job duties. Job Responsibilities may include but are not limited to the following: Plan/provide structured leisure activities Maintain ongoing contact and build rapport with all patients Encourage patients to participate in treatment schedule Attend Psychology & Therapy Services and Leisure & Fitness meetings to discuss patient and group issues. Completes special projects Performs other duties as assigned Demontrates ability to work effectively with other staff at all levels. Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

Four years of experience in recreation, athletics, music or art.

Preferred Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in an activity related field with some experience providing therapeutic patient activities in a hospital or rehabilitation setting; experience in teaching/coaching/leading recreational or leisure/fitness related activities. Recruiter Contact Information

Email:

OSH.HR@ks.gov

Phone:

913-755-7333