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

Recreation/Music Therapist 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/qualificationsThe 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. In addition, many clients have trauma histories of their own and corresponding mental illnesses that increase the likelihood of reoffending. Treatment is focused on learning self-regulation and self-management skills within a respectful, recovery based treatment program. Responsibilities include: Planning and conducting a variety of groups, case management, attending treatment team meeting, completing required documentation and assessments. A degree in Therapeutic Recreation, Music Therapy or a closely related field is required. Successful candidates will be able to demonstrate compassion and an ability to work in a trauma informed and recovery based environment. Excellent State of Missouri Benefit Package Including: Affordable Health, Vision, Dental Insurance Paid Basic Life Insurance (amount equivalent to annual salary +) Deferred Compensation opportunities MOSERS Retirement (Members contribute 4% of pay) 13 paid holidays per year 10 hours of annual leave and 10 hours sick leave accrued per month when hired, increases with service