Recreation Therapy Practice & Professional Development Coordinator / State Prog Admin Coordinator

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Working Title: Recreation Therapy Practice & Professional Development Coordinator
Job Class: State Program Administrator, Coordinator
Agency: Human Services Dept

• Telework Eligible: Yes
• Travel Required: Yes; up to 50% to sites across Minnesota
• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: Human Services Dept / DHS MAPE State Operated Svcs
• Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities: Yes
• Closing Date: 05/01/2023
• Bargaining Unit/Union: 214 - MN Assoc of Professional Empl/MAPE
• Salary Range: $33.30 - $49.53 / hourly; $69,530 - $103,418 / annually
• Who May Apply: Open to all qualified job seekers
• Days of Work: Monday - Friday
• Classified Status: Classified
• Division/Unit: Adult Mental Health / MHSATS Regional Clinical Mgrs
• Work Shift/Work Hours: Day Shift; 8:00am - 4:30pm
• Date Posted: 04/18/2023
• FLSA Status: Exempt - Administrative

Make a difference in the lives of Minnesotans.

The work you’ll do is more than just a job. Join the talented, engaged and inclusive workforce dedicated to creating a better Minnesota.

Mental Health and Substance Abuse Treatment Services (MHSATS) has a new and exciting opportunity for a Recreation Therapy Practice & Professional Development Coordinator to join our team. In this role, you will ensure staff are trained and engaged at the top of their certification as well as provide backup coverage of recreation therapy services. The individual will also assist in outreach to help attract, recruit, and retain future recreation therapists.

MHSATS provides mental health and substance abuse services in inpatient hospitals, residential and outpatient settings across greater Minnesota. Sites include Community Behavioral Health Hospitals (CBHH), Child and Adolescent Behavioral Health Services (CABHS), Community Addiction Recovery Enterprise (CARE), The Anoka Metro Regional Treatment Center (AMRTC), and Minnesota Specialty Health Systems (MSHS).

*The work location will be determined by the chosen applicants' current location and will be required to travel statewide*

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Recreation, Therapeutic Recreation, Park/Recreation, Physical Education, or related field
• Current Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS) through the NCTC; or eligible to become certified as a CTRS
• Three years of professional experience as a Recreation Therapist with responsibility for developing group and individual therapeutic recreation, and monitoring and evaluation of client progress.

Additional Requirements

NOTE- To facilitate proper crediting, please ensure that your resume clearly describes your experience in the areas listed and indicates the beginning and ending month and year for each job held.
REFERENCE/BACKGROUND CHECKS - The Department of Human Services will conduct reference checks to verify job-related credentials and criminal background check prior to appointment.

The individual(s) selected for this position are required to attest to and provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination by their first day of employment, per federal requirements. The individual(s) selected for the position may request an accommodation if they are unable to receive a COVID-19 vaccination due to: (a) a recognized medical condition for which a COVID-19 vaccine is contraindicated; or (b) an objection based upon a sincerely held religious belief, practice, or observance. For additional information about this COVID-19 vaccination requirement, contact April Blakesley in DHS Human Resources at [email protected]. Please do not email or provide any proof of vaccination with your application/resume. This information will be collected from you if you are hired for this position.

How to Apply

Select “Apply for Job” at the top of this page. If you have questions about applying for jobs, contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email [email protected]. For additional information about the application process, go to http://www.mn.gov/careers.

If you have questions about the position, contact April Blakesley at [email protected]

To receive consideration as a Connect 700 Program applicant, apply online, email the Job ID#, the Working Title and your valid Proof of Eligibility Certificate by the closing date to April Blakesley at [email protected].

About Human Services Dept

WE MAKE A DIFFERENCE! The Minnesota Department of Human Services impacts the lives of 1.7 million people every year, helping them meet their basic needs so they can achieve their highest potential.

Why Work for Us

Diverse Workforce

We are committed to continually developing a workforce that reflects the diversity of our state and the populations we serve. The varied experiences and perspectives of employees strengthen the work we do together and our ability to best serve the people of Minnesota.

A recent engagement survey of State of Minnesota employees found:

• 91% of employees feel trusted to do their jobs
• 87% of employees report flexibility in their work schedule
• 95% of employees understand how their work helps achieve their agency’s mission
• 88% of employees feel equipped to look at situations from other cultural perspectives when doing their job

Comprehensive Benefits

Our benefits aim to balance four key elements that make life and work meaningful: health and wellness, financial well-being, professional development, and work/life harmony. As an employee, your benefits may include:

• Tuition reimbursement
• Paid vacation and sick leave
• Paid parental leave
• Short-term and long-term disability
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Dependent care spending account
• Prescription drug coverage
• Tax-deferred compensation
• Low-cost medical and dental coverage
• Public pension plan
• Health care spending and savings accounts
• Training and professional development
• Vision coverage
• Federal Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program
• Employer paid life insurance
• 11 paid holidays each year
• Wellness programs and resources

Programs, resources and benefits eligibility varies based on type of employment, agency, funding availability, union/collective bargaining agreement, location, and length of service with the State of Minnesota.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Minnesota state agencies are equal opportunity, affirmative action, and veteran-friendly employers. The State of Minnesota recognizes that a diverse workforce is essential and strongly encourages qualified women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans to apply.

We will make reasonable accommodations to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email [email protected] and indicate what assistance is needed.