Therapeutic Activities Supervisor - Southeastern Veterans' Center

NOTE: THIS IS A REPOSTING OF CS-2024-95652-31940. IF YOU APPLIED UNDER THE PREVIOUS POSTING WHICH WAS OPEN FROM OCTOBER 10, 2024 TO OCTOBER 24, 2024, YOU CANNOT SUBMIT A NEW APPLICATION.

Are you a compassionate individual who is eager to ensure exceptional care and meaningful interaction are provided for our residents? The Department of Military and Veterans Affairs (DMVA) is seeking a Therapeutic Activities Supervisor to join our team. In this role, you will oversee therapeutic recreation services at the Southeastern Veterans' Center. If you are passionate about enhancing the lives of the men and women who have served our great country, seize this opportunity to make a difference. Apply now and embark on a fulfilling and rewarding career!

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In this position, you will plan, organize, and oversee recreational and psychosocial activities for residents in nursing, personal, and domiciliary care units. You will direct therapeutic recreational programs for both individual and group settings, accommodating both ambulatory and non-ambulatory residents. Responsibilities include arranging and attending outdoor trips, sports events, theatrical performances, and other community activities. Upon admission, you will conduct an interview and assessment of residents to identify their interests and abilities. Additionally, you will complete evaluations and develop short- and long-term goals to create programs tailored to residents' needs. Supervisory duties will include scheduling and assigning tasks, evaluating performance, approving leave requests, and managing overall performance.

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Full-time employment, 8 hours per day, 40 hours per week
• Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday - Friday, with a flexible schedule and a 30-minute lunch.
• Evenings and weekends are required as needed.
• Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
• You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

• One year of experience as a Therapeutic Activities Worker (commonwealth title); or
• Two years of professional experience providing therapeutic activities for individuals with physical, medical, or cognitive disabilities; and a bachelor's degree with major coursework in therapeutic recreation; physical education; vocational rehabilitation; vocational education or counseling; art, music, dance, or occupational therapies; or a related human services field; or
• An equivalent combination of experience and training.

Special Requirement:

• At the time of application, you must possess active certification as an Activity Director Certified (ADC) or Activity Consultant Certified (ACC) as issued by the National Certification Council for Activity Professionals (NCCAP); or valid certification as a Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS) as issued by the National Council for Therapeutic Recreation Certification (NCTRC).

Other Requirements:

• You must meet the PA residency requirement. For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link and click on Residency.
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Legal Requirements:

• A conditional offer of employment will require a medical examination.
• This position falls under the provisions of the Older Adult Protective Services Act.
  1. Under the Act, a conditional offer of employment will require submission and approval of satisfactory criminal history reports, including but not limited to, PA State Police and FBI clearance.

How to Apply:

• Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).
• If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
• Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
• Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.

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If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.

The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.

• Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam).
• Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions.
• Your score is valid for this specific posting only.
• You must provide complete and accurate information or:
  1. your score may be lower than deserved.
  2. you may be disqualified.
• You may only apply/test once for this posting.
• Your results will be provided via email.