Group Activity Therapist - Community Services Group : Job Details

It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing! We're committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business. Summary: The Group Activity Therapist primary responsibility is to assist and support individuals in achieving their optimal level of functioning as an active member of a multidisciplinary team. The Group Activity Therapist reports directly to the Program Director. This position is part of our Adult Mental Health (MH) Services Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP). Full-Time (40 hours per week). Monday to Friday - 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM. Wage Information: $18.75, negotiable based on experience Job Description:

• Provides case administration to an assigned caseload.
• Facilitates group process and activity within the program.
• Contributes to the multidisciplinary treatment team process.
• Performs clinical assessments and develops/implements treatment plans.
• Communicates relevant information regarding individuals to family and appropriate agencies.
• Collects data on client treatment plan goals.
• Shares in the ongoing assessment of the individual's progress.
• Engages in daily interaction and communication with program participants.
• Knowledge of mental health diagnoses and symptomatology.
• Knowledge of general principles of psychopathology.
• Basic knowledge of medical and psychiatric terminology.
• Basic knowledge of group dynamics processes.
• Ability to effectively manage crisis situations that may include verbal/physical altercations and/or suicidal/self-injurious thoughts or actions.
• Ability to conceptualize and plan appropriate therapy programs for individuals seeking mental health treatment.
• Ability to adapt treatment programs by graduating tasks to meet individual's specific level of function.
• Ability to lead and instruct individuals in psycho-educational groups.
• Ability to observe and accurately document individual activities and progress.

Qualifications: This position requires one of the following combinations of education and experience:

• Graduate of an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree in human services or related field and prior working experience in mental health; OR
• A licensed practical nurse (LPN) with 2 years working experience in mental illness and/or intellectual and developmental disabilities settings.

CSG Offers Superior Perks & Benefits:

• Medical, Dental, Prescription, & Vision Insurance available for employees, spouses, domestic partners, & children who qualify.
• Generous Paid Time Off & Other Paid Leave
• Extensive Paid Training
• Career Development Opportunities
• Family Medical and Parental Leave
• Flexible spending accounts for medical & dependent care
• Traditional or Roth 401K Plans with up to 4% employer match
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Life Insurance
• Wellness Reimbursement
• Tuition Assistance
• Mentor/Mentee Opportunities

Health Insurance & Benefits availability will vary. Make a positive impact not only in someone else's life but in your own life by becoming a valued member of the CSG Team! Community Services Group is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer supporting Workforce Diversity.