You have the passion, we have the opportunities - let's make a difference for Nebraskans!! The Activity Specialist at Whitehall Campus helps enrich youth's lives and promote a healthy and active lifestyle. You will help promote therapeutic recreation to include indoor and outdoor sports and physical activities, lead groups and motivate youth! This position is day hours with Friday and Saturday off!!!! The State of Nebraska, Department of Health and Human Services is seeking a full-time energetic and motivated, Activity Specialist for the Division of Behavioral Health at Whitehall Campus.

Job Duties:

Plan, organize, and conduct activities in one or more therapy services. Attend and actively participate in treatment team meetings to discuss and provide input on the youth's progress and therapy programs. Document the youth's behavior, compile progress reports, and maintain necessary records. Escort and monitor youth during off-campus activities. Oversee the use and care of equipment and supplies used for therapy activities; may perform minor equipment maintenance. Conduct other activity-based groups as assigned.

Schedule:

Sunday - Thursday 9 am-5:30 pm

Compensation:

Starting pay is $22.27/hr! Requirements /

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

Post-high school coursework with an emphasis in recreation management, music, recreation therapy, occupational therapy, vocational rehabilitation, or a related field, or experience in planning, coordinating, or directing activity or therapy services.

Other:

A valid driver's license is required. Must be 21 years of age.

Knowledge of:

methods for planning and conducting therapeutic activities; the principles and methods of therapeutic interventions; the fundamentals and rules of various games, sports, and related leisure activities.

Skill in:

delivery of one or more therapy services; working cooperatively with facility personnel; utilizing therapy methods and techniques in carrying out therapeutic activities; communicating with youth and staff and understanding their problems and needs; deterring deviant behavior; observing, documenting, and evaluating assigned therapy services.

Ability to:

form effective relationships with youth; obtain and maintain youth interest and participation in activities; instruct youth how to perform an activity; observe and document behavior; keep records and compile reports. The Department of Health and Human Services uses behavioral based questions when conducting interviews. Please review the attached document to learn more about the STAR Method, and how you can best prepare if you are selected for an interview! For more information about the Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services and the Division of Children and Family Services, please visit our website, http://dhhs.ne.gov/careers

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

From $22.27 per hour

Benefits:

Dental insurance Employee assistance program Employee discount Flexible schedule Flexible spending account Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance

Experience:

Recreational therapy: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location:

In person