Recreational Therapist - JFK ADATC

North Carolina State Government is one of the state’s largest employers, with over 76,000 employees all working toward a common goal: a safer and stronger North Carolina. We are a large organization comprised of various agencies, offices, and universities, each providing important public services.

Eligible state employees are entitled to comprehensive benefits, including a variety of leave options, professional development opportunities, insurance, and more. To learn more about the benefits of being a North Carolina state employee, visit the N.C. Office of State Human Resources' website.

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Salary Range: $39,864.00 - $59,797.00 Annually

Recruitment Range: $39,864.00 - $59,797.00 Annually

Candidates now meet the minimum qualifications of a position if they meet the minimum education and experience listed on the vacancy announcement.  The Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)/Management Preferences are not required.

Applicants who possess the following skills are preferred:

• Working knowledge of co-occurring disorders and their implications for RT services are necessary.
• Working knowledge of psychological functioning, pathology in psychological functioning, cognitive learning and motor learning that contribute to health and human functioning.
• Considerable knowledge of RT theory, principles, techniques, and methods with an emphasis on restoring, remediation, or rehabilitating physical and/or mental functioning and independence.
• Ability to accurately administer a variety of assessment tools and to assess clients’ current functioning level, develop treatment plans, and evaluate progress, as well as to determine needed services and supports according to the professional standards of RT.
• Ability to articulate the philosophy, goals, and strategies of RT.

We are recruiting for two positions with this posting.  Your application will be considered for both.

Position Numbers: 60036357 & 60036424

This position is designated as mandatory and must report or stay over during adverse weather events and/or other emergencies.

Work Week: Monday – Friday (including some holidays and weekends, as needed)

Work Hours: Flexible Day/Evening Shifts

Flexibility is required for education and training purposes and to meet the needs of the facility.

Some state job postings say you can qualify by an “equivalent combination of education and experience.” If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide for details.

Licensed to practice recreational therapy by the North Carolina Board of Recreational Therapy Licensure.

The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs, observances, and practices.