State of Missouri is hiring : Recreation / Music Therapist in Fulton

Overview

The State of Missouri Department of Mental Health, Fulton State Hospital, is seeking full-time Recreation or Music Therapists to work in the Nixon Forensic Center in Fulton, MO. The hospital is certified by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), has been accredited by The Joint Commissions (TJC) since 1984, and is known for evidence-based treatment and innovative practices.

The Recreation or Music Therapist plays a vital role as part of an interdisciplinary treatment team working with clients who have mental illnesses and have committed crimes. Treatment is focused on learning self-regulation and self-management skills within a respectful, recovery based treatment program.

Hours Of Work

Primarily 8 : 00am-4 : 30pm, with flexibility to meet program needs.

Salary Range

$42,933.60-$49,362.00, based on experience / qualifications

Primary Job Responsibilities

• Assessment of basic skill functioning related to services provided through the Rehabilitation Services Department.
• Planning and implementing a wide range of treatment groups designed to meet the social, vocational, emotional, cognitive and physical needs of clients.
• Case management including developing and maintaining individual treatment plans and related documentation, individual therapy, goal setting, family contact, and client advocacy.
• Attend and participate in multi-disciplinary team meetings and weekly program meetings.
• Competency in the implementation of assigned psychosocial program principles and procedures, as well as program and departmental documentation expectations.

Minimum Qualifications

More Reasons To Love This Position

The State of Missouri offers an excellent benefits package that includes a defined pension plan, generous amounts of leave and holiday time, and eligibility for health insurance coverage. Your total compensation is more than the dollars you receive in your paycheck. To help demonstrate the value of working for the State of Missouri, we have created an interactive Total Compensation Calculator. This tool provides a comprehensive view of benefits and more that are offered to prospective employees. The Total Compensation Calculator and other applicant resources can be found here.

If Interested, Please Contact

Anne Shiraki, MT-BC

Director of Rehabilitation Services

Anne.Shiraki@dmh.mo.gov

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