Activities Therapist (77772)

Centurion is proud to be the provider of mental health and dental services and/or dental services to the Georgia Department of Corrections.

Centurion Health contracts with state and local governments nationwide to provide comprehensive healthcare services to correctional facilities, state hospitals, and other community settings. Our dedication to making a difference and our passionate team of the best and the brightest healthcare employees has made us one of the leaders of the correctional health industry. Whether you are driven by purpose and impact or on a journey of professional growth, our opportunities can offer both.

We are currently seeking a full time Activity Technician /Therapist to join our team at the Central State Prison, located in Macon, Georgia.

Job Responsibilities

The Activity Technician/Therapist is under the direction of professional mental health staff, and uses recreational/social/vocational activities to accomplish treatment objectives, foster skill building and problem solving in support of psychological stabilization for patients in a correctional setting.

Schedule

• M-F on day shift

Qualifications

• Two (2) years of experience in Therapeutic Recreation or related field providing activities programming for persons who have a serious mental illness required
• Must have an active Basic Life Support certification.
• Training, experience or certification as an aide, medical technician, EMT, or activities technician preferred.
• Experience working in a correctional mental health setting preferred.
• Must be able to pass a background investigation and obtain agency security clearance where applicable.

Benefits

We offer excellent compensation and comprehensive benefits for our full-time team members including:

• Health, dental, vision, disability and life insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Generous paid time off
• Paid holidays
• Flexible Spending Account
• Continuing Education benefits
• Much more...

For more information contact:

Patrick Jones

Email: pjones1@teamcenturion.com

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