Recreational Therapist - Correctional Health Services

*This position is open until filled and may close at any time* The Department of Health and Human Services- Correctional Health Services Division is looking for a compassionate, energetic person to fill our Recreational Therapist position. Join our staff who are dedicated to maintaining the physical, social and emotional well-being of the offenders that reside at our Utah State Correctional Facility. An offer of employment will be contingent on the applicant successfully passing a DHHS background check, pre-employment drug testing, and a Utah Department of Corrections (UDC) background screening. Must have and maintain national certification and state licensure requirements. Preparing and performing recreational therapy assessments Implementing evidenced-based recreational therapy programs Maintaining documentation to comply with licensure, state, and federal requirements Engage with administrative processes to encourage recreation and leisure programs within the department. Ideal Candidate Is passionate about the need of recreational therapy for diverse populations including: all genders, mentally ill, substance use, geriatric, offenders. Has strong boundaries. Is enthusiastic, flexible, and willing to try things they haven't done before Has some experience in the recreational therapy field including internships Has a good foundation of knowledge on how to write programs and goals for those with recreational needs Supplemental Information Risks found in the typical office setting, which is adequately lighted, heated and ventilated, e.g., safe use of office equipment, avoiding trips and falls, observing fire regulations, etc. Work requires physical exertion. May require the ability to stand; walk over rough surfaces; bend, crouch, stoop, stretch, reach, lift moderately heavy items (up to 50 lbs.) in a recurring manner and/or for long periods of time. Licensure as a Therapeutic Recreation Specialist in Utah.