State of Colorado
Recreational/Music/Art Therapist/Dance Movement Therapist (CT III) - CMHHIP - Pu
State of Colorado, Denver, Colorado, us, 80208
Department Information
This position has a residency waiver and will be accepting applications from residents and non-residents of Colorado. This announcement is open to potential candidates who are legal residents of the United States. All legal residents of the United States are eligible to apply and compete. If appointed to a position, applicants from outside of Colorado will be required to relocate to Colorado prior to their start date, at their own expense.
Please note: This recruitment may be used to fill multiple vacancies.
Most State of Colorado employees are eligible for a great benefit package! Please see the Supplemental Information section below for details!
Colorado Mental Health Hospital in Pueblo (CMHHIP)
As a cornerstone of the Pueblo community for over a century, Colorado Mental Health Hospital in Pueblo (CMHHIP) is a leading employer, provider of quality mental health services, and a community partner.
CMHHIP is a 24 hour behavioral health acute care facility that is intended to provide a safe, secure, and therapeutic setting for patients with both psychiatric and medical issues. The services provided include evaluation and treatment for patients who are severely mentally ill, and the goal of this facility is to return patients to their optimal level of functioning and assist them in returning to the community as appropriate.
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Description of Job
The Clinical Therapist III for Recreation, Art, Music, Dance/Movement will coordinate with a multidisciplinary team to design services that will address the patient's Plan of Care and align with the population, treatment program model, Recovery philosophy, and Trauma Informed Care. Services include assessments that formulate individual patient goals, therapeutic interventions to meet patient needs that foster choices, progress, and function, document and record pertinent data related to patient progress, services, safety, quality, and statistical data within the organization. Provide a safe and natural environment to assist in developing skills and behaviors in preparation for discharge. Demonstrate knowledge, skill, and duties related to safety and security, i.e. continuous awareness, security checks, inventory of supplies, and area searches, etc. Retains qualifications/certifications in the areas of first aid, CPR, and Verbal Defense with Influence, chart audits and job training.
Additionally, as a Recreational Therapist II , you can expect to:
* Provide skilled intensive psychiatric treatment services to patients with mental illnesses with mixed diagnosis, who are in need of crisis intervention, treatment, and rehabilitation* Develop and implement therapy techniques and practices utilizing known and established theoretical concepts to the adolescent, geriatric, and adult psychiatric populations that are appropriate to the individual patients' level of functioning* Coordinate with a multi-disciplinary team to design services that will address the patients' Plan Of Care and align with the population, treatment program model, Recovery philosophy, and Trauma Informed Care* Participate as a member of a multidisciplinary treatment team in developing the patient Treatment Plan formulation and Reviews to help formulate long-and short-range goals* Designs the Therapy services plan for the assigned population to include modalities of leisure education, physical, cognitive, social, psychological, and daily living skills designed to foster independent and leisure choices and functioning in patient participation.* Implements a needs specific Therapy service delivery program by conducting groups, 1:1s, including counseling, evaluation, education and recreation participation for assigned population, which may include a locked secure facility Applies therapeutic practices and techniques to improve or maintain client cognition, emotional development, educational development, communication, socialization and physical functioning level* Provide documentation in accordance with hospital and Recreational Therapy Department policies and procedures including patient specific information as well as overall programmatic documentation relating to problems, objectives, and interventions* Keeps updated to state of the art of theories for assessment and treatment of the psychiatrically impaired patient, and as appropriate, for the patient dually diagnosed with dementia, developmental disability or substance -related disorder. Works with other team members to gather appropriate outcome data to assess effectiveness of treatment* Attend monthly Recreational Therapy department, area, and committee meetings, program meetings, team meetings, and other meetings as assigned. Attend all in-service and training as mandated by CMHHIP and educational training necessary to maintain professional certifications and competencies.* Other duties as assigned
Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights
Minimum Qualifications:
Experience Only:
Six (6) years of relevant experience in an occupation related to the work assigned to this position
OR
Education and Experience:
A combination of related education and/or relevant experience in an occupation related to the work assigned to this position equal to six (6) years
Special Qualifications:
* CTRS (Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist) certification from NCTRC or Board Certification in the areas of Music Therapy, Art Therapy, dance/ movement* Due to the population served at this facility, incumbents of this position must be at least 21 years of age* Must be willing and able to work with patients/clients in a secured and/or locked facility / environment
Preferred Qualifications:
* Experience working in an acute care hospital* Experience working with the adolescent population* Experience facilitating groups with clients that may have little motivation
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:
* Fullbackground check and reference check required* Must be able to work some weekends and evenings* Must possess a valid, unrestricted U.S. Driver's License* May transport patients safely from different areas on or off campus* Former State employees who were disciplinarily terminated or resigned in lieu of termination must disclose the information on the application and provide an explanation why the prior termination or resignation should not disqualify the applicant from the current position. Absent extraordinary circumstances, prior disciplinary termination or resignation in lieu of termination will disqualify the applicant from future State employment with CDHS.* Must successfully pass a 2-step TB (tuberculosis) screening* Influenza vaccination and other vaccinations as required by the State of Colorado* This position will be paid biweekly.
Appeal Rights:
If you receive notice that you have been eliminated from consideration for this position, you may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board or request a review by the State Personnel Director.
An appeal or review must be submitted on the official appeal form, signed by you or your representative. This form must be delivered to the State Personnel Board by email (dpa_state.personnelboard@state.co.us), postmarked in US Mail or hand delivered (1525 Sherman Street, 4th Floor, Denver CO 80203), or faxed (303.866.5038) within ten (10) calendar days from your receipt of notice or acknowledgement of the department's action.
For more information about the appeals process, the official appeal form, and how to deliver it to the State Personnel Board; go to spb.colorado.gov; contact the State Personnel Board for assistance at (303) 866-3300; or refer to 4 Colorado Code of Regulations (CCR) 801-1, State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Director's Administrative Procedures, Chapter 8, Resolution of Appeals and Disputes, at spb.colorado.gov under Rules.
Supplemental Information
How to Apply
The Assessment Process
For additional recruiting questions, please contact Justin.Icenhower@state.co.us
About Us:
If your goal is to build a career that makes a difference, consider joining the dedicated people of theColorado Department of Human Services(CDHS). Our professionals strive to design and deliver high quality human and health services that improve the safety, independence, and well-being of the people of Colorado. In addition to a great location and rewarding and meaningful work, we offer:
* Strong, secure, yet flexible retirement benefits including aPERA Defined Benefit Plan or PERA Defined Contribution Planwww.copera.orgplus 401(k) and 457 plans
* Medical and dental health plans
* Employer supplementedHealth Savings Account
* Paid life insurance
* Short- and long-term disability coverage
* 11 paid holidays per year plus vacation and sick leave
* BenefitHubstate employee discount program
* Tuition Reimbursement
* Employee Wellness program MotivateMe
* Excellent work-life programs, such as flexible schedules, training and more
* Remote work arrangements for eligible positions
* Some positions may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. For more
information, go tohttps://www.colorado.gov/pacific/dhr/student-loan-forgiveness-programs.
Our Values:
We believe in a people-first approach:To serve the people of Colorado, we develop a culture and work environment that creates an energized, inspired, and healthy team capable of giving their best to Coloradans.
Balance creates quality of life:We want our team to be resilient through a supportive workplace that values flexibility, health and wellness, and employee engagement.
We hold ourselves accountable:We take responsibility through our actions, programs, and results for the state of health and human services in Colorado.
Transparency matters:We are open and honest with employees, our partners, the Coloradans we serve, and the public.
We are ethical:We abide by what is best for those we serve by doing what is right, not what is easy.
Collaboration helps us rise together:We work together with all partners, employees, and clients to achieve the best outcomes for Coloradans.
We are committed to increasing the diversity of our staff and providing culturally responsive programs and services. Therefore, we encourage responses from people of diverse backgrounds and abilities.
ADAA Accommodations:CDHS is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, our agency will assist individuals who have a disability with any reasonable accommodation requests related to employment, including completing the application process, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, participating in the employee selection process, and/or to perform essential job functions where the requested accommodation does not impose an undue hardship. If you have a disability and require reasonable accommodation to ensure you have a positive experience applying or interviewing for this position, please direct your inquiries to our ADAA Coordinator, Nancy Schmelzer, at cdhs_ada@state.co.us or call 1-800-929-0791.
~THE STATE OF COLORADO IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER~
Toll Free Applicant Technical Support
THE CAMPUS OF THE COLORADO MENTAL HEALTH HOSPITAL IN PUEBLO IS TOBACCO FREE
This position has a residency waiver and will be accepting applications from residents and non-residents of Colorado. This announcement is open to potential candidates who are legal residents of the United States. All legal residents of the United States are eligible to apply and compete. If appointed to a position, applicants from outside of Colorado will be required to relocate to Colorado prior to their start date, at their own expense.
Please note: This recruitment may be used to fill multiple vacancies.
Most State of Colorado employees are eligible for a great benefit package! Please see the Supplemental Information section below for details!
Colorado Mental Health Hospital in Pueblo (CMHHIP)
As a cornerstone of the Pueblo community for over a century, Colorado Mental Health Hospital in Pueblo (CMHHIP) is a leading employer, provider of quality mental health services, and a community partner.
CMHHIP is a 24 hour behavioral health acute care facility that is intended to provide a safe, secure, and therapeutic setting for patients with both psychiatric and medical issues. The services provided include evaluation and treatment for patients who are severely mentally ill, and the goal of this facility is to return patients to their optimal level of functioning and assist them in returning to the community as appropriate.
Opt-in below to receive text message updates on CDHS recruiting events!
CDHSCareers
Description of Job
The Clinical Therapist III for Recreation, Art, Music, Dance/Movement will coordinate with a multidisciplinary team to design services that will address the patient's Plan of Care and align with the population, treatment program model, Recovery philosophy, and Trauma Informed Care. Services include assessments that formulate individual patient goals, therapeutic interventions to meet patient needs that foster choices, progress, and function, document and record pertinent data related to patient progress, services, safety, quality, and statistical data within the organization. Provide a safe and natural environment to assist in developing skills and behaviors in preparation for discharge. Demonstrate knowledge, skill, and duties related to safety and security, i.e. continuous awareness, security checks, inventory of supplies, and area searches, etc. Retains qualifications/certifications in the areas of first aid, CPR, and Verbal Defense with Influence, chart audits and job training.
Additionally, as a Recreational Therapist II , you can expect to:
* Provide skilled intensive psychiatric treatment services to patients with mental illnesses with mixed diagnosis, who are in need of crisis intervention, treatment, and rehabilitation* Develop and implement therapy techniques and practices utilizing known and established theoretical concepts to the adolescent, geriatric, and adult psychiatric populations that are appropriate to the individual patients' level of functioning* Coordinate with a multi-disciplinary team to design services that will address the patients' Plan Of Care and align with the population, treatment program model, Recovery philosophy, and Trauma Informed Care* Participate as a member of a multidisciplinary treatment team in developing the patient Treatment Plan formulation and Reviews to help formulate long-and short-range goals* Designs the Therapy services plan for the assigned population to include modalities of leisure education, physical, cognitive, social, psychological, and daily living skills designed to foster independent and leisure choices and functioning in patient participation.* Implements a needs specific Therapy service delivery program by conducting groups, 1:1s, including counseling, evaluation, education and recreation participation for assigned population, which may include a locked secure facility Applies therapeutic practices and techniques to improve or maintain client cognition, emotional development, educational development, communication, socialization and physical functioning level* Provide documentation in accordance with hospital and Recreational Therapy Department policies and procedures including patient specific information as well as overall programmatic documentation relating to problems, objectives, and interventions* Keeps updated to state of the art of theories for assessment and treatment of the psychiatrically impaired patient, and as appropriate, for the patient dually diagnosed with dementia, developmental disability or substance -related disorder. Works with other team members to gather appropriate outcome data to assess effectiveness of treatment* Attend monthly Recreational Therapy department, area, and committee meetings, program meetings, team meetings, and other meetings as assigned. Attend all in-service and training as mandated by CMHHIP and educational training necessary to maintain professional certifications and competencies.* Other duties as assigned
Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights
Minimum Qualifications:
Experience Only:
Six (6) years of relevant experience in an occupation related to the work assigned to this position
OR
Education and Experience:
A combination of related education and/or relevant experience in an occupation related to the work assigned to this position equal to six (6) years
Special Qualifications:
* CTRS (Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist) certification from NCTRC or Board Certification in the areas of Music Therapy, Art Therapy, dance/ movement* Due to the population served at this facility, incumbents of this position must be at least 21 years of age* Must be willing and able to work with patients/clients in a secured and/or locked facility / environment
Preferred Qualifications:
* Experience working in an acute care hospital* Experience working with the adolescent population* Experience facilitating groups with clients that may have little motivation
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:
* Fullbackground check and reference check required* Must be able to work some weekends and evenings* Must possess a valid, unrestricted U.S. Driver's License* May transport patients safely from different areas on or off campus* Former State employees who were disciplinarily terminated or resigned in lieu of termination must disclose the information on the application and provide an explanation why the prior termination or resignation should not disqualify the applicant from the current position. Absent extraordinary circumstances, prior disciplinary termination or resignation in lieu of termination will disqualify the applicant from future State employment with CDHS.* Must successfully pass a 2-step TB (tuberculosis) screening* Influenza vaccination and other vaccinations as required by the State of Colorado* This position will be paid biweekly.
Appeal Rights:
If you receive notice that you have been eliminated from consideration for this position, you may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board or request a review by the State Personnel Director.
An appeal or review must be submitted on the official appeal form, signed by you or your representative. This form must be delivered to the State Personnel Board by email (dpa_state.personnelboard@state.co.us), postmarked in US Mail or hand delivered (1525 Sherman Street, 4th Floor, Denver CO 80203), or faxed (303.866.5038) within ten (10) calendar days from your receipt of notice or acknowledgement of the department's action.
For more information about the appeals process, the official appeal form, and how to deliver it to the State Personnel Board; go to spb.colorado.gov; contact the State Personnel Board for assistance at (303) 866-3300; or refer to 4 Colorado Code of Regulations (CCR) 801-1, State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Director's Administrative Procedures, Chapter 8, Resolution of Appeals and Disputes, at spb.colorado.gov under Rules.
Supplemental Information
How to Apply
The Assessment Process
For additional recruiting questions, please contact Justin.Icenhower@state.co.us
About Us:
If your goal is to build a career that makes a difference, consider joining the dedicated people of theColorado Department of Human Services(CDHS). Our professionals strive to design and deliver high quality human and health services that improve the safety, independence, and well-being of the people of Colorado. In addition to a great location and rewarding and meaningful work, we offer:
* Strong, secure, yet flexible retirement benefits including aPERA Defined Benefit Plan or PERA Defined Contribution Planwww.copera.orgplus 401(k) and 457 plans
* Medical and dental health plans
* Employer supplementedHealth Savings Account
* Paid life insurance
* Short- and long-term disability coverage
* 11 paid holidays per year plus vacation and sick leave
* BenefitHubstate employee discount program
* Tuition Reimbursement
* Employee Wellness program MotivateMe
* Excellent work-life programs, such as flexible schedules, training and more
* Remote work arrangements for eligible positions
* Some positions may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. For more
information, go tohttps://www.colorado.gov/pacific/dhr/student-loan-forgiveness-programs.
Our Values:
We believe in a people-first approach:To serve the people of Colorado, we develop a culture and work environment that creates an energized, inspired, and healthy team capable of giving their best to Coloradans.
Balance creates quality of life:We want our team to be resilient through a supportive workplace that values flexibility, health and wellness, and employee engagement.
We hold ourselves accountable:We take responsibility through our actions, programs, and results for the state of health and human services in Colorado.
Transparency matters:We are open and honest with employees, our partners, the Coloradans we serve, and the public.
We are ethical:We abide by what is best for those we serve by doing what is right, not what is easy.
Collaboration helps us rise together:We work together with all partners, employees, and clients to achieve the best outcomes for Coloradans.
We are committed to increasing the diversity of our staff and providing culturally responsive programs and services. Therefore, we encourage responses from people of diverse backgrounds and abilities.
ADAA Accommodations:CDHS is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, our agency will assist individuals who have a disability with any reasonable accommodation requests related to employment, including completing the application process, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, participating in the employee selection process, and/or to perform essential job functions where the requested accommodation does not impose an undue hardship. If you have a disability and require reasonable accommodation to ensure you have a positive experience applying or interviewing for this position, please direct your inquiries to our ADAA Coordinator, Nancy Schmelzer, at cdhs_ada@state.co.us or call 1-800-929-0791.
~THE STATE OF COLORADO IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER~
Toll Free Applicant Technical Support
THE CAMPUS OF THE COLORADO MENTAL HEALTH HOSPITAL IN PUEBLO IS TOBACCO FREE