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Recreational Therapist I - CONTINUOUS 260000M
The Massachusetts Veterans Home at Chelsea, a state-operated agency offering long-term care and independent living for veterans, seeks individuals to support recreational programming tailored to residents diverse needs. This role involves encouraging resident participation in individual or group activities, planning and overseeing events such as bingo, musical entertainment, movies, and reminiscence groups, and providing one-on-one interaction at bedside in units or outdoors. Responsibilities also include procuring supplies, managing attendance and expenditure records, and collaborating with family members, veterans, civic organizations, and volunteers to enhance activity programs.
DETAILED STATEMENT OF DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED AT HIRE
QUALIFICATIONS ACQUIRED ON JOB
COVID Vaccine As a condition of employment, depending on job assignment and location, employees may be required to have received COVID-19 vaccination and/or other vaccinations or to have been approved for a vaccination exemption prior to their start date. Details relating to demonstrating compliance with this requirement will be provided to applicants selected for employment.
An Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer.
Females, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply. The Commonwealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law.
Research suggests that qualified women, Black Indigenous, and Persons of Color (BIPOC) may self-select out of opportunities if they dont meet 100% of the job requirements. We encourage individuals who believe they have the skills necessary to thrive to apply for this role.
Pre-Offer Process
For BU and MI-MIV, a criminal background check will be completed on the recommended candidate as required by the regulations set forth by the Executive Office of Health and Human Services prior to the candidate being hired. For more information, please visit http://www.mass.gov/hhscori.
Education, licensure, and certifications will be verified in accordance with the Human Resources Divisions Hiring Guidelines. Education and licensure/certification information provided by the selected candidates is subject to the Massachusetts Public Records Law and may be published on the Commonwealths website.
First consideration will be given to those applicants that apply within the first 14 days.
Minimum Entrance Requirements
Applicants must have at least two years of full-time or equivalent part-time technical or professional experience in planning, organizing, instituting, or conducting therapeutic recreation services in a recognized public or private agency or B any equivalent combination of the required experience in the substitution below.
Substitutions
I. A Bachelors or higher degree with a major in recreation, recreation education, creative arts, therapy, or therapeutic recreation may be substituted for the required experience. Education toward such a degree will be prorated on the basis of the proportion of the requirements actually completed.
Special Requirements
Based on assignment, possession of a current and valid Massachusetts Motor Vehicle Operators License.
Comprehensive Benefits
When you embark on a career with the Commonwealth, you are offered an outstanding suite of employee benefits that add to the overall value of your compensation package. We take pride in providing a work experience that supports you, your loved ones, and your future. Want the specifics? Explore our Employee Benefits and Rewards.
An Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer.
Females, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply. The Commonwealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law.
Research suggests that qualified women, Black Indigenous, and Persons of Color (BIPOC) may self-select out of opportunities if they dont meet 100% of the job requirements. We encourage individuals who believe they have the skills necessary to thrive to apply for this role.
First consideration will be given to those applicants that apply within the first 14 days.
Minimum Entrance Requirements
Applicants must have at least two years of full-time or equivalent part-time technical or professional experience in planning, organizing, instituting, or conducting therapeutic recreation services in a recognized public or private agency or B any equivalent combination of the required experience in the substitution below.
Substitutions
I. A Bachelors or higher degree with a major in recreation, recreation education, creative arts, therapy, or therapeutic recreation may be substituted for the required experience. Education toward such a degree will be prorated on the basis of the proportion of the requirements actually completed.
Special Requirements
Based on assignment, possession of a current and valid Massachusetts Motor Vehicle Operators License.
Comprehensive Benefits
When you embark on a career with the Commonwealth, you are offered an outstanding suite of employee benefits that add to the overall value of your compensation package. We take pride in providing a work experience that supports you, your loved ones, and your future. Want the specifics? Explore our Employee Benefits and Rewards.
An Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer.
Females, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply. The Commonwealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law.
Research suggests that qualified women, Black Indigenous, and Persons of Color (BIPOC) may self-select out of opportunities if they dont meet 100% of the job requirements. We encourage individuals who believe they have the skills necessary to thrive to apply for this role.