Therapeutic Activities Worker - Clarks Summit State Hospital

THE POSITION

Are you a compassionate and creative individual who wants to make a positive difference in the lives of others? The Therapeutic Activities Worker position with the Department of Human Services offers a significant way to support patients through creative and purposeful activities at Clarks Summit State Hospital. This role brings together compassion, teamwork, and problem-solving to help patients grow and heal. You will play an active part in improving the daily lives of individuals with unique needs. Apply today to step into a role where your ideas and energy help shape meaningful patient experiences.

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

This position plays an important role in supporting patient treatment through planned therapeutic and leisure activities. The work involves designing programs, assessing patient needs, and working closely with a team of professionals to support individualized care. As a Therapeutic Activities Worker, you will perform the following duties:

• Program Planning: Design therapeutic and leisure activities that support patient treatment goals
• Patient Assessment: Evaluate patient strengths and needs to guide activity planning
• Team Collaboration: Work with treatment team members to coordinate and adjust care plans
• Activity Leadership: Lead individual and group activities that promote engagement and skill building
• Documentation Tasks: Record patient participation and maintain required program records
• Safety Compliance: Maintain activity areas in a safe condition and follow all hospital policies

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Full-time employment, 37.5 hours per week
• Work hours are 12:00 PM to 8:00 PM, rotating weekends and holidays as assigned, with a 30-minute lunch. Your schedule may change based on operational needs.
• Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position.
• Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
• 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:

• 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
• Four years of experience providing therapeutic activities for individuals with physical, medical, or cognitive disabilities; 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:

• This particular position also requires you to possess a valid driver's license which is not under suspension.
• 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.
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Legal Requirements:

• A conditional offer of employment will require a medical examination.
• This position falls under the provisions of the Older Adult Protective Services Act.
  • Under the Act, a conditional offer of employment will require submission and approval of satisfactory criminal history reports, including but not limited to, PA State Police and FBI clearance.

How to Apply:

• Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).
• If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
• Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
• Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.
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