**Working Title: Recreation Therapy Assistant Supervisor** **Agency: Human Services Department** + **Job ID** : 84192 + **Location** : St. Peter + **Telework Eligible** : No + **Full/Part Time** : Full-Time + **Regular/Temporary** : Unlimited + **Who May Apply** : Open to all qualified job seekers + **Date Posted** : 02/202025 + **Closing Date** : 03/06/2025 + **Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit** : Human Services Dept / DCT St. Peter Region MMA + **Division/Unit** : St Peter / Forensics Klein + **Work Shift/Work Hours** : Any Shift + **Days of Work** : Monday - Friday + **Travel Required** : No + **Salary Range:** $31.19 - $45.24 / hourly; $65,124 - $94,461 / annually + **Classified Status** : Classified + **Bargaining Unit/Union** : 216 - Middle Management Association/MMA + **FLSA Status** : Exempt - Executive + Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/) : Yes **The Department of Human Services is unable to provide sponsorship for work visas. Applicants must be eligible to work in the United States at the start of employment.** **The work you'll do is more than just a job.** At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities. **The Minnesota Department of Human Services (DHS) is seeking qualified and enthusiastic individuals to join our Forensic Services within the Direct Care and Treatment (DCT) division of agency.** The Forensics Services campus in St. Peter is comprised of the Forensic Mental Health Program and the Forensic Nursing Home. Forensics Services provides mental health evaluation and treatment services to individuals diagnosed with a mental illness who present a risk to public safety. This is a safe and secure treatment environment. Our team is seeking qualified and enthusiastic Recreation Therapy Assistant Supervisor to join our Forensic Services team within the Direct Care & Treatment (DCT) Division of the agency. This position exists to assist with the overall management of Recreation Therapy (RT) services to include planning, organizing, directing, and collaborating with the Recreation Therapy Program Supervisor on RT service delivery. The incumbent will provide supervision, direction, and leadership to the Recreation Program Assistants and assist with supervision of Recreation Therapists as assigned. This position will also provide advanced therapeutic recreation services for forensic patients on an assigned FMHP unit that will include assessing leisure/recreational needs, creating and facilitating treatment interventions, organizing and preparing recreation participation opportunities, providing appropriate and timely documentation and evaluating outcomes. Primary Responsibilities: + Assist with the supervision and management of the Recreation Therapy Department to ensure that services are effectively provided, and service delivery standards are maintained. + Enrich and continually improve RT Services consistent with professional standards of practice and code of ethics. + Administer assessments to systematically and accurately determine appropriate treatment strategies to address patient needs and strengths in the areas of physical, cognitive, social, behavioral, emotional and leisure. Participate as a member of the interdisciplinary treatment team process by recommending treatment strategies, reporting progress and integrating services into the patient’s treatment plan. + Develop, implement, and evaluate therapeutic recreation programs for patients to address their social, emotional, cognitive, behavioral, leisure and physical needs; promote patient independence and hope; coach patients in social, coping and leisure skills; promote healthy pursuits; reestablish interests and improve quality of life. + Plan, develop, implement and oversee (chair) special events hosted by the RT department. Ensure that patients have opportunities to participate in events that provide positive leisure experiences that provide diversion from daily routines. **Minimum Qualifications** Bachelor’s degree in Recreation, Therapeutic Recreation, Park/Recreation & Leisure Services, Physical Education, or closely related field AND • One (1) year supervisory experience in a therapeutic, residential, or corrective environment OR • Two (2) years lead work providing direction of client care programs in a therapeutic, residential, or corrective environment OR • Three (3) years of experience facilitating recreation activities in a healthcare, mental health, residential or education setting **Preferred Qualifications** + CTRS certification. + Experience working with patients/clients with sexual psychopathic personalities, sexually dangerous persons, mentally ill and dangerous, or with developmental disabilities. + Our employees are dedicated to ensuring cultural responsiveness. Preferred candidates will have a variety of experiences working effectively with others from different backgrounds and cultures. **Additional Requirements** 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. AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER Minnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status. Reasonable accommodations will be made 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 careers@state.mn.us . Please indicate what assistance is needed.