Therapeutic Activities Worker (2nd Shift) Selinsgrove Center

THE POSITION

Become a Therapeutic Activities Worker with the Department of Human Services and help create uplifting experiences for the people we serve. This is a role where your energy and ideas can brighten lives and encourage personal growth. You will be part of a team that works closely to plan activities that make a real impact. Bring your positive spirit and help shape a supportive community.

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

This position focuses on planning and delivering a wide range of therapeutic, vocational, and recreational activities for individuals who live at the center. You will help create meaningful experiences that support personal development and daily engagement. As a Therapeutic Activities Worker, you will perform the following duties:

Activity Planning:

Design and coordinate therapeutic, vocational, and recreational programs for individuals

Event Coordination:

Manage contracts, schedules, and logistics for center events, trips, and special functions

Program Support:

Work with teams to develop program plans and share information that supports individual needs

Team Collaboration:

Provide support to fellow staff and offer lead worker coverage as needed

Resource Management:

Requisition and review supplies and equipment required for daily programming

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

Full-time employment, 37.5 hours per week Work hours are 1:00 PM to 9:00 PM, with a 30-minute lunch. This may change based on operational needs. One position has Friday and Saturday as days off. The other position has Sunday and Monday as days off. Overtime and travel as operationally necessary

Telework:

You will not have the option to telework in this position.

Salary:

In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable. FREE parking! You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

Four years of experience providing therapeutic activities for individuals with physical, medical, or cognitive disabilities; or A bachelor's degree with major coursework in therapeutic recreation; physical education; vocational rehabilitation; vocational education or counseling; art, music, dance, or occupational therapies; or a related human services field; or An equivalent combination of experience and training. Applicants will be considered to have met the educational requirements once they are within 3 months of graduating with a qualifying degree.

Other Requirements:

You must meet the PA residency requirement. For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link and click on Residency Guidelines. See the total value of your benefits package by exploring our benefits calculator. Health & Wellness We offer multiple health plans so our employees can choose what works best for themselves and their families. Our comprehensive benefits package includes health coverage, vision, dental, and wellness programs. Compensation & Financial Planning We invest in our employees by providing competitive wages and encouraging financial wellness by offering multiple ways to save money and ensure peace of mind including multiple retirement and investment plan options. Work/Life Balance We know there's more to life than just work! Our generous paid leave benefits include paid vacation, paid sick leave, eight weeks of paid parental leave, military leave, and paid time off for most major U.S. holidays, as well as flexible work schedules and work-from-home opportunities. Values and Culture We believe in the work we do and provide continual opportunities for our employees to grow and contribute to the greater good. As one of the largest employers in the state, we provide opportunities for internal mobility, professional development, and the opportunity to give back by participating in workplace charitable giving. Employee Perks Sometimes, it is the little "extras" that make a big difference. Our employees receive special employee-only discounts and rates on a variety of services and memberships. For more information on all of these Total Rewards benefits, please visit www.employment.pa.gov and click on the benefits box. Eligibility rules apply.

Work Location:

In person