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Recreation Therapist II, I or Recreational Activities Specialist II, I

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452 MENTAL HEALTH AND SUBSTANCE ABUSE SERV.

Vinita, OK (In Person)

Full-Time

Posted 1 week ago (Updated 1 week ago) • Actively hiring

Expires 7/27/2026

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Job Posting Title Recreation Therapist II, I or Recreational Activities Specialist II, I Agency 452 MENTAL
HEALTH AND SUBSTANCE ABUSE SERV.
Supervisory Organization Oklahoma Forensic Center Job Posting End Date Refer to the date listed at the top of this posting, if available. Continuous if date is blank.
Note:
Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the posting end date above. Estimated Appointment End Date (Continuous if Blank) Full/Part-Time Full time Job Type Regular Compensation II
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19 Job Description Recreation Therapist II, I Recreational Activities Specialist II, I Join a team that CARES! Here at ODMHSAS, we believe in
I.C.A.R.E.
  • Integrity, Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence. Our mission is to promote healthy communities and provide the highest quality care to enhance the well-being of all Oklahomans. We take that very seriously
  • because we care!
About us:
Come grow with us! The Oklahoma Forensic Center (OFC) located in Vinita, OK is a 24 hour/365 day secure inpatient forensic facility that provides jail competency services for the State of Oklahoma. Currently, OFC has 268 beds for consumers who have been found Incompetent for adjudication or adjudicated as Not Guilty by Reason of Insanity. About the
Position:
Here at the Oklahoma Forensic Center the Recreation department is hiring for Recreation Therapists that would be responsible for planning, organizing, directing and conducting client therapy programs and instructing or supervise clients in an inpatient behavioral health facility.
Job Type/Salary:
Open/Close dates: 6/24/2026-until filled Full-time Hourly payrate: Level I
  • 20.19, Level II
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15 Primary Working Hours are 8:00am-4:30pm
FLSA Status:
Non-Exempt Primary Work Location/Department:
Oklahoma Forensic Center/Recreation Department Vacancies:
1
Minimum Qualifications and Experience:
Recreation Therapist I
  • Education and Experience requirements at this level consist of a bachelor's degree in recreational therapy, outdoor recreation, physical education or a closely related field; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Recreation Therapist II
  • Education and Experience requirements at this level consist of a master's degree in recreational therapy, outdoor recreation or physical education; or a bachelor's degree in recreational therapy, outdoor recreation or physical education and one year of experience in recreational therapy; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Recreational Activities Specialist I
  • Education and Experience requirements at this level consist of one year of experience in instructing/directing a community service or recreational program; or in closely related work; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Recreational Activities Specialist II
  • Education and Experience requirements at this level consist of a bachelor's degree in physical education, recreation, recreational therapy, or a closely related field; or a bachelor's degree and one year of experience in instructing/directing a community service or recreational program; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Special Requirements:
May be required to work occasional weekends. Applicants must be willing and able to fulfill any job-related travel normally associated with this position and as such have a valid driver's license. Must be able to pass an OSBI background check. Great Reasons to Work with
Us:
ODMHSAS is proud to provide a comprehensive benefits package designed to support our employees and their dependents.
Our benefits include:
Generous state paid benefit allowance to help cover insurance premiums A wide choice of health insurance plans with no pre-existing condition exclusions or limitations Flexible spending accounts for health care expenses or dependent care Employee assistance programs and health and fitness programs 11 paid holidays 15 days of vacation and 15 days of sick leave the first year Retirement Savings Plan with a generous match Longevity Bonus for years of service Student Loan repayment options Training opportunities for CEU requirements
Drug and Alcohol Pre-employment and Pre-placement Testing:
Upon a conditional offer of employment, applicants for safety sensitive positions shall be required to submit to urinalysis to test for drugs. Appointment to a safety sensitive position shall be contingent upon a negative drug test result.
THIS AGENCY REQUIRES COVERAGE 24 HOURS, 7 DAYS PER WEEK. WORK HOURS AND LOCATION MAY VARY DEPENDING ON BUSINESS NECESSITY. EMPLOYEES MAY BE REQUIRED TO WORK WEEKENDS AND OVERTIME.
Reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities may be provided upon request. The State of Oklahoma is an equal opportunity employer Equal Opportunity Employment The State of Oklahoma is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of genetic information, race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, or disability. Current active State of Oklahoma employees must apply for open positions internally through the Workday Jobs Hub. If you are needing any extra assistance or have any questions relating to a job you have applied for, please click the link below and find the agency for which you applied for additional information: Agency Contact Oklahoma State Government is the largest employer in the state of Oklahoma, employing over 35,000 diverse and talented employees in more than 100 state agencies, boards and commissions. Our workplaces can be found across the state from Boise City to Idabel, Hollis to Miami, and everywhere in between. To learn more about our state agencies, visit here.
Industries:
Government Administration Worker Size:
10,001+
Employees Headquarters:
Oklahoma City, Oklahoma Utilizing the Office of Veterans Placement provides eligible veterans additional services and interview opportunities for State of Oklahoma employment. Visit the webpage for additional details and information on how to apply.