Lead Activity Therapist Supervisor / Activity Therapist III (G. W. Bryan Hospital)

Lead Activity Therapist Supervisor / Activity Therapist III (G. W. Bryan Hospital)

Salary

$43,400.00 - $56,400.00 Annually

Location

Richland County, SC

Job Type

FTE - Full-Time

Job Number

188485

Agency

Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities

Division

Greater Bryan Psychiatric Hospital

Opening Date

07/13/2026

Closing Date

7/27/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

Class Code:

EB47

Position Number:

60025556

Normal Work Schedule:

Monday - Friday (8:30 - 5:00)

Pay Grade

CLN06

Hiring Range - Min.

$43,400.00

Hiring Range - Max.

$56,400.00

EEO Statement

Equal Opportunity Employer

Agency Specific Application Procedures:

Please complete the state application to include all current and previous work history and education using verifiable dates.

Veteran Preference Statement

South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.

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Job Responsibilities

Are you passionate about making a real difference in peoples lives? Join our team at the Office of Mental Health where we are dedicated to providing compassionate and accessible care to our community. We are seeking a Lead Activity Therapist Supervisor / Activity Therapist III who is motivated to help individuals and families navigate lifes challenges and achieve long-term wellness. If you want to use your skills to build a healthier, more resilient community, we encourage you to apply.

This position is located at the SC Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities (DBHDD) - Office of Mental Health, G. Werber Bryan Psychiatric Hospital, 220 Faison Drive, Columbia SC 29203.

As the Activity Therapist III / Lead Activity Therapist Supervisor, you will lead, under the direct supervision of the Facility Director, providing a comprehensive Recreational Therapy Program for mentally ill patients. you will utilize knowledge in behavioral health for treatment of adult, dually diagnosed psychiatric and behavioral health patients.

Responsibilities for the Activity Therapist III / Lead Activity Therapist Supervisor include:

• Plan, organize, and implement goal-oriented Activity Therapy groups and leisure activities for adult patients based on individualized needs and recommendations from the interdisciplinary treatment team. Demonstrate the ability to effectively collaborate with interdisciplinary team members to provide quality care to patients participating in therapeutic activities.
• Prepare timely written and electronic medical records documentation for patients on assigned case load, related to treatment goals; patients identified interests, skills, and problem areas; and cohesive with treatment plans, assessments, re-assessments, progress notes, interest surveys, and other medical records documentation.
• Record statistical data daily. Submit calendars, requisitions, and statistical reports as requested and/or needed. Complies with Performance Improvement and Infection Control measures. Knowledgeable of directives, policies and procedures compliant with agency and hospital accrediting standards and regulations.
• As an interdisciplinary treatment team member, attends and participates in interdisciplinary treatment team meetings, providing pertinent feedback and input regarding patients' progress, involvement, schedules, etc in TR activities. Provide interdisciplinary treatment team coverage for adult treatment programs in times of staff shortage. Recommend appropriate patient groups as part of an interdisciplinary treatment approach. Submit information for the Master Treatment Plan as it relates to assigned patients and groups, providing timely, accurate documentation as required.
• Ensure coverage for evening, weekend, and holiday leisure activities and special/seasonal events. Complete monthly peer reviews and annual program evaluations for assigned staff.
• Attend Activity Therapy, hospital, and committee meetings to provide and obtain information on patients. Attend in-service training and workshops to keep therapy skills current. Provide in-service to staff regarding specialized areas of knowledge as requested. Maintain and demonstrate competency in MANDT, CPR, Infection Control, Safety and Risk Management, Patient Rights, MIS, Corporate Compliance and Cultural Competence, and complete SCEIS modules.
• Observe and comply with rules, regulations and policies, modeling professionalism to staff at all times. Ensure equipment utilized in TR groups and activities is maintained and safe for use. As appropriate, submits equipment requests, repair needs, and inventory reports. Meet with Supervisor monthly.

Minimum and Additional Requirements

• A bachelors degree in physical education, recreation or a related field and relevant program experience.

Additional Requirements:

• Ability to lift up to 50 fifty pounds, push a wheelchair, stand, walk for long period of time, climb, maneuver patients in wheelchairs, walkers; able to work outdoors, drive at night, work evenings, nights, weekends; work inclement weather (all employees are considered essential staff). Ability to push, pull, bend, and stoop.

Preferred Qualifications

• A master's degree in Recreation with emphasis in Therapeutics, Art, Physical & Leisure Education, Exercise Science, Health, Music, Health Science, Sports Management, Human Service Counseling, Human Performance, Behavior Management Fine Arts, one (1) year of experience in the above fields, and one (1) year of supervisory experience; OR a bachelor's degree in the above fields, two (2) years of experience working with adults, and two (2) years of supervisory experience.
• Knowledge of behavior/level of functioning of adult patients.
• Ability to work cooperatively and effectively with adult/geriatric psychiatric patients, other departments and professionals.
• Certification with the National Council of Therapeutic Recreation
• Bilingual abilities in English and Spanish (or another language) are a plus.

Additional Comments

Post hire, employees must:

• Act in the absence of the Activity Therapy Supervisor as needed, conduct therapeutic programs with minimal supervision.
• Have knowledge of state, federal regulations, current guidelines, policies, procedures, policies related to TR and patients in a psychiatric hospital.

The Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions including, but not limited, to lactation), national origin, age (40 or older), disability or genetic information.

Supplemental questions are considered part of your official application. Any misrepresentation will result in your disqualification from employment. Please complete the state application to include all current and previous work history and education. A resume will not be accepted nor reviewed to determine if an applicant has met the qualifications for the position.

The Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities offers an exceptional benefits package for full time (FTE) employees:

• Health, dental, vision, long-term disability, and life insurance for employees, spouse, and children. Click here for additional information.

• 15 days annual (vacation) leave per year

• 15 days sick leave per year

• 13 paid holidays

• Paid Parental Leave

• S.C. Deferred Compensation Program available (S.C. Deferred Compensation)

• Retirement benefit choices *

• State Retirement Plan (SCRS)

• State Optional Retirement Program (State ORP)

• Enrollment in one of the listed plans is required for all FTE employees; please refer to the contribution section of hyperlinked retirement sites for the current contribution rate of gross pay.

Benefits for State Employees

The state of South Carolina offers eligible employees generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid vacation and sick leave. Plus, work-life balance programs such as telecommuting and flexible work schedules are available to employees of some state agencies.

Insurance Benefits

Eligible employees may enroll in health insurance, which includes prescription coverage and wellness benefits. Other available insurance benefits include dental, vision, term life insurance, long term disability and flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses.

Retirement Benefits

State employees are also offered retirement plan options, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans. Additionally, eligible employees may elect to participate in the South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program, which is a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options.

Workplace Benefits

State employees may also be eligible for other benefits, including tuition assistance; holiday, annual and sick leave; and discounts on purchases, travel and more.

Note: The benefits above are available to most state employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some or none of these benefits as benefits are associated with each position type. For these positions, contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available.

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Have you ever been employed by the SC Dept. of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities - Office of Mental Health (OMH) (formerly SC Department of Mental Health)?

• Yes
• No

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If you have ever been convicted of a misdemeanor or felony criminal offense (other than in a Juvenile Court), you MUST list this information (unless you have taken steps to expunge your record.) This includes fraudulent checks, driving under suspension, disorderly conduct, shoplifting, etc. *Please note that conviction of a criminal offense does not bar you from employment in all cases; each conviction is evaluated individually. However, failure to list convictions is considered falsification of the application and WILL BE grounds for termination, if hired. It is your responsibility to know what is on your criminal record. If you have charges on your record that appear without a court disposition (result) you may be asked to provide that information if selected for employment. If you have questions, please inquire before you complete your application. PLEASE NOTE THAT NOT ANSWERING THIS QUESTION WILL DEEM YOUR APPLICATION AS INCOMPLETE AND IT WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED. Please indicate your understanding to this statement by checking the box below.

• Checking this box indicates my understanding to the above referenced statement.

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Do you have a bachelors degree in physical education, recreation or a related field and relevant program experience?

• Yes
• No

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Do you have a master's degree in Recreation with emphasis in Therapeutics, Art, Physical & Leisure Education, Exercise Science, Health, Music, Health Science, Sports Management, Human Service Counseling, Human Performance, Behavior Management Fine Arts, and one (1) year of experience in the above fields, and one (1) year of supervisory experience?

• Yes
• No

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Do you have a a bachelor's degree in Recreation with emphasis in Therapeutics, Art, Physical & Leisure Education, Exercise Science, Health, Music, Health Science, Sports Management, Human Service Counseling, Human Performance, Behavior Management Fine Arts, and two (2) years of experience working with adults, and two (2) years of supervisory experience?

• Yes
• No

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Do you have the ability to push, pull, bend, and stoop, lift up to 50 fifty pounds, push a wheelchair, stand, walk for long period of time, climb, maneuver patients in wheelchairs, walkers; able to work outdoors, drive at night, work evenings, nights, weekends; and able to work inclement weather?

• Yes
• No

07

Do you have supervisory experience?

• Yes
• No

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How many years of supervision experience do you have?

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How many staff have you supervised?

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Please indicate your salary requirements (please be specific and not put "negotiable" or "open").

Required Question

Employer State of South Carolina

Agency Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities Address 400 Otarre Parkway

Cayce, South Carolina, 29033

Phone OIDD - (803)898-9600

OMH - (803) 898-8600

The language used in this document does not create an employment contract between the employee and the agency. This document does not create any contractual rights or entitlements. The agency reserves the right to revise the content of this document, in whole or in part. No promises or assurances, whether written or oral, which are contrary to or inconsistent with the terms of this paragraph create any contract of employment.