Clinical Therapist I - Recreational Therapy : Music, Art, and Dance Movement CMHH

About the Position

The position coordinates with a multidisciplinary 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 goals. 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. The goal of this position is to provide a safe and natural environment to develop skills and behaviors in preparation for discharge while demonstrating knowledge, skill, and duties related to safety and security. This position retains qualifications / certifications in the areas of first aid, CPR, MANDT, and Verbal De‑escalation.

Responsibilities

Assessments and Plan of Care

Performs assessments by gathering information, interviewing patients, and making treatment recommendations in the functional modality areas of physical, social, leisure, cognitive, psychological, and daily living needs and skills

Participates 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

Program Design

Help design the Therapy services plan for the assigned population to include modalities of leisure education, physical, cognitive, psychological, and daily living skills designed to foster independent and leisure choices and functioning in patient participation

Implementation of Services

Implements a needs‑specific Therapy service delivery program by conducting groups, 1 : 1s, including counseling, evaluation, education, and recreation participation for the population, which may include working in a locked and secured facility

Modifications / accommodations are made to provide services, which enable patients at varying functional levels to fully participate

Provide a safe and secure environment at all times

Documentation and Evaluation

Provide documentation in accordance with hospital and Department policies and procedures

Documentation includes patient‑specific information as well as overall programmatic documentation relating to problems, objectives, and interventions, the patient’s progress or lack thereof as it correlates to individualized treatment goals is reflected in documentation

Treatment is reviewed, changed, modified, or terminated based on patient response or a significant change in the patient’s functioning

Safety, Security, and Risk Management

Evaluate the environment for safety / security risks and patients’ behaviors to help provide a Therapy service delivery system that maintains the safety of all patients and staff, by adhering to hospital security policies, including escorting clients to and from Therapy groups and areas

Utilize de‑escalating and MANDT techniques from training

Meetings and Training

Attend monthly 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 any professional certifications and competencies

Other Duties as Assigned

Support the supervisor when additional business needs arise

May be asked to assist co‑workers / supervisor with little time for preparation or short notice, i.e., if a staff member abruptly leaves work, may be asked to fill in a supporting role

Supervising patients with short notice

Minimum Qualifications

Four (4) years of relevant experience in an occupation related to the work assigned to this position (Experience Only)

A combination of related education and / or relevant experience in an occupation related to the work assigned to this position equal to four (4) years (Education and Experience)

Preferred Qualifications

Experience in State Service

Background in one of the following therapies : Recreational Therapy, Music Therapy, Art Therapy, Dance Movement

Able to take initiative and demonstrate leadership skills with a group of clients

Ability to handle conflict and challenging situations

Knowledge and understanding of the therapeutic process

Knowledge of Recreational Therapy, Music Therapy, Art Therapy, and Dance Movement

Ability to work within a diverse interdisciplinary team

Experience working in an acute care hospital

Experience facilitating groups with clients that have little motivation

Conditions of Employment

Full background check and reference check required

Shift Work

This position requires State of Colorado residency at the time of application (unless otherwise identified in the posting), and residency within the state throughout the duration of employment in this position

Motor Vehicle Check, if the employee will drive a state‑owned vehicle, either in an on‑going capacity while performing their normal day‑to‑day job duties OR on occasion for training / meetings / client visits / etc

Must possess a valid, non‑restricted Colorado Driver’s License or a non‑restricted U.S. Driver’s License for positions within 30 miles of the CO state border

Out‑of‑State Driver’s License holders must obtain a valid, non‑restricted Colorado Driver’s License within 30 days of employment start date

Former State employees who were disciplinarily terminated or resigned in lieu of termination must :

Disclose that information on the application.

Explain why the prior termination or resignation should not disqualify you from the current position.

Provide your employee number from your prior State employment. Absent extraordinary circumstances, prior disciplinary termination or resignation in lieu of termination and failure to provide this information will disqualify the applicant from future State employment with CDHS.

About Us & Benefits

Strong, secure, yet flexible retirement benefits including a PERA Defined Benefit Plan or PERA Defined Contribution Plan plus 401(k) and 457 plans

Medical and dental health plans

Employer supplemented Health Savings Account

Paid life insurance

Short‑ and long‑term disability coverage

11 paid holidays per year plus vacation and sick leave

State of Colorado Employee BenefitHub Resource Center

Employee Wellness program

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

Our Values

We believe in a people‑first approach : We prioritize the needs, well‑being, and dignity of the individuals, families and communities we serve. We commit to respect, fairness and access in every decision, policy and interaction. We engage client voices and experiences in the development and implementation of the services we provide

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

ADA Accommodations

CDHS is committed to a Colorado for 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. This includes completing the application process, interviewing, completing any pre‑employment testing, participating in the employee selection process, and / or performing 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 cdhs_ada@state.co.us.

EEO Statement

The State of Colorado is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to increasing a “Colorado for ALL” of our staff and providing culturally responsive programs and services. Therefore, we encourage responses from people of all backgrounds and abilities. The State of Colorado believes that a “Colorado for ALL” drives our success, and we encourage candidates from all identities, backgrounds, and abilities to apply. The State of Colorado is an equal opportunity employer committed to building inclusive, innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve them. Therefore, in all aspects of the employment process, we provide employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, medical condition related to pregnancy, creed, ancestry, national origin, marital status, genetic information, or military status (with preference given to military veterans), or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law.

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