Recreational Therapy Assistant - Limited Term Employment

Introduction

The Department of Health Services (DHS) , Southern Wisconsin Center (SWC) is recruiting to fill a Limited Term Employment (LTE) Recreational Therapy Assistant position located in Union Grove .

SWC is a state operated Intermediate Care Facility for Individuals with Intellectual Disabilities. SWC provides a wide variety of programs and services designed to assist and prepare individuals to live successfully in the setting that best meets their needs. SWC brings together a rich history and state of the art treatment approaches for the new millennium. Our workers love what they do. But don't take our word for it. Hear from our employees .

Schedule will be determined during interview process.

Please review information regarding Limited Term Employment with the State of Wisconsin:

• LTE positions are not civil service classified positions, do not give any rights to a permanent civil service classified position and do not lead to permanent status.
• Wisconsin residency is required for LTE positions.
• No more than 1039 hours may be worked in a 12-month period.

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Position Summary

As a Recreational Therapy Assistant, you will work with certified recreational therapists to plan, implement, and coordinate a variety of recreational activities and basic skill development programs. These activities provide fun, life enriching experiences for residents with intellectual disabilities.

Salary Information

The starting pay is $21.55 per hour.

Pay for current or former state employees will be set based on the rules that apply to compensation for the applicable transaction. This is an LTE appointment and is limited to 1039 hours in a year. This position is classified as a Therapy Assistant Objective and is in pay schedule and range 06/12.

Job Details

All applicants who may be appointed to this position will be required to allow DHS to conduct a background check to determine whether the circumstances of any conviction may be related to the job being filled.

All appointees will be required to receive a TB test, which will be administered by SWC or medical personnel approved by the facility prior to their start date.

**State of Wisconsin Fleet Vehicle Policy:

• Must have a valid driver's license
• Minimum of two year's driving experience
• Must be 18 years of age or older

Additionally, your driving record must not reflect the following conditions:

• Three or more moving violations (with point reductions) and/or at fault accidents in the past two years
• Operating While Intoxicated (OWI)/Driving Under the Influence (DUI) citation within the past 12 months
• Suspension or revocation of the driver's license

Qualifications

Minimally qualified applicants will have all of the following:

• Training or experience planning, implementing, or coordinating vocational and recreational activities.
• Experience completing forms, documentation, or creating reports
• Ability to work scheduled hours as needed, which may include weekend, holiday, early mornings and early evenings as needed.
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license and meet the requirements of the State of Wisconsin Fleet Vehicle Policy described above to drive a state vehicle.**

Well-qualified applicants will also have the following:

• Experience working directly with individuals with mental health disorders, physical disabilities, intellectual disabilities, or developmental disabilities.

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How To Apply

Applying is easy! Click "Apply for Job" to start your application process. Sign into your account or create an account before applying for the job. Follow the steps outlined in the application process to submit your application.

Helpful Information:

• Once your application is submitted, no changes are allowed. Click "Save" to allow changes to your application as needed before submitting by the deadline.
• You may want to save a copy of the job posting for referencing after the deadline.
• You will be required to attach your current resume in a Word or PDF compatible format and answer one or more questions.
• Please monitor your email for communications related to this position.
• Current or former permanent, classified, state employees must complete the online application process to be considered.
• If viewing through an external site, please apply directly at Wisc.Jobs .
• For technical assistance and general information, please see Frequently Asked Questions . For questions about the position, or for other employment inquiries, please contact Jennie Hocker in Human Resources at Jennifer.hocker@dhs.wisconsin.gov .

DHS is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer seeking a diverse and talented workforce.

Veterans are encouraged to apply. For complete information on veterans' hiring programs with the WI Department of Veteran's affairs, click here .

Deadline to Apply

Applications will be accepted until the position has been filled.