Activity Technician

Activity Technician Topeka, KS Job Details Full-time $24.30 - $27.00 an hour 14 hours ago Benefits Paid holidays Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance Flexible spending account Paid time off Vision insurance 401(k) matching Life insurance Qualifications Mental health stabilization EMT Certification BLS Certification Correctional experience Bachelor's degree in social science Mid-level Social Sciences Bachelor's degree EMT experience Basic life support Corrections facility medical clinic experience Recreational therapy 2 years

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$24.30-$27.00 Centurion is proud to be the provider of comprehensive healthcare services to the Kansas Department of Corrections . We are currently seeking a Full-time Activity Technician/Therapist to join our team at Kansas Juvenile Correctional Facility located in Topeka, Kansas. The Activity Technician/Therapist is under the direction of professional mental health staff, and uses recreational/social/vocational activities to accomplish treatment objectives, foster skill building and problem solving in support of psychological stabilization for patients in a correctional setting.

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Days Bachelor's degree in Social Sciences required Two (2) years of experience in Therapeutic Recreation or related field providing activities programming for persons who have a serious mental illness required Must have an active Basic Life Support certification Training, experience or certification as an aide, medical technician, EMT, or activities technician preferred Experience working in a correctional mental health setting preferred Must be able to pass a background investigation and obtain agency security clearance where applicable We offer excellent compensation and comprehensive benefits for our full-time team members including: Health, dental, vision, disability and life insurance 401(k) with company match Generous paid time off Paid holidays Flexible Spending Account Continuing Education benefits Much more... #INDMHM