Riverside County, CA
Recreation Therapist/Trainee - For Multiple Detention Centers in Riverside Count
Riverside County, CA, Riverside, California, United States, 92504
Salary:
Depends on Qualifications
Location :
Throughout Riverside County
Job Type:
Regular
Job Number:
24-73461-02JH
Department:
Behavioral Health
Division:
MH Detention
Opening Date:
10/30/2024
Closing Date:
11/27/2024 3:00 PM Pacific
ABOUT THE POSITION
Riverside University Health System (RUHS) - Behavioral Health Department seeks a Recreation Therapist/Trainee who will be assigned to various units within Behavioral Health throughout Riverside County in their Detention Centers.
The incumbent in this position will evaluate patient programs, conduct interviews with the client to determine appropriate services, and participate in clinical conferences on patient evaluations. The Recreation Therapist will also be tasked with providing therapeutic recreational activities for individuals in a detention setting. Additionally, the incumbent will observe and record patients' reactions; develop and evaluate community-based activities; prepare records and reports as needed.
The ideal candidates will possess a bachelor's degree in recreation therapy and experience in providing individual/ group recreational therapy services.
Schedule:
The schedule will be discussed during the interview.
HIGHLY IMPORTANT - ALL CANDIDATES MUST UPLOAD A COPY OF THEIR TRANSCRIPT(S), LICENSE(S), AND/OR CERTIFICATE(S) BEFORE SUBMITTING THE APPLICATION.
Meet the Team!
The is here for you when you or someone you love needs help to achieve and maintain a life of whole health wellness and recovery. Can you see yourself here?
EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES • Plan, develop, and provide recreational activities for mental health patients; apply recreation therapy knowledge and techniques to the problems of mental disorders and developmental disabilities, drug abuse, and alcoholism. • Assess patient needs and determine appropriate recreational activities; evaluate the interests of the individual patients, and assist and encourage them in selecting and participating in leisure-time activities. • Arrange for patients to participate in community diversional and social activities; participate in planning treatment goals for specific patients. • Observe and record patients' reactions; evaluate patient programs; participate in clinical conferences on patient evaluations. • Develop and evaluate community-based recreational activities; prepare records and reports as needed. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
OPTION I
Certificate: Possession of a Recreation Therapist Certificate issued by the California Board of Recreation and Park or Certification by the National Therapeutic Recreation Society, or eligible for certificate with completed course work and internship awaiting board exam.
OPTION II
Education: Possession of a Bachelor's degree in recreation therapy;
OR
Possession of a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in recreation, which includes 14 semester or 20 quarter units of courses from at least three of the following areas: psychology, sociology, biological sciences, special education, therapeutic recreation, adaptive physical education and creative arts, human services.
Experience: Two years of experience planning, developing, and providing therapeutic recreational activities for individuals in a clinical, residential, or community-based setting.
Other Requirements
License: Possession of a California Driver's License.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
Open to All Applicants
The level at which the position will be filled is at the Department's discretion and is based on candidate qualifications. For specific questions regarding this position, please contact Jeremy Holforty at jholfort@rivco.org
APPLICATION INFORMATION
Veteran's Preference The County has a Veterans Preference Policy applicable to new hires. To qualify, upload a copy of your (or your spouse's) Member-4 Form DD-214 indicating dates of service, and a copy of your spouse's letter of disability (if applicable) with your application. For privacy reasons, it is recommended that you remove your social security information from the document(s). A Human Resources Representative will review the materials and determine if you qualify for veterans' preference. The Veterans Preference Policy, C-3 is available here:
Reasonable Accommodations The County of Riverside is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to applicants as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA). Qualified individuals with disabilities who need a reasonable accommodation during the application or selection process should contact the recruiter for the position noted above. For additional information and/or to obtain the appropriate form for requesting a reasonable accommodation, please visit the Disability Access Office web page located at:
Proof of Education If using education to qualify or when requested by the recruiter, upload a copy of any license(s), official/unofficial transcript(s), degrees, and/or related employment documents to your NeoGov account at the time of application and before the closing date. Official or unofficial transcripts will be accepted.
If your education was completed outside of the United States, you will need to provide a copy of your Foreign Education Equivalency evaluation from a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services () or Association of International Credential Evaluators, Inc. ().
Equal Opportunity Employer The County of Riverside is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of the County of Riverside to provide equal employment opportunities for all qualified persons. All applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, ancestry, medical condition (cancer and genetic characteristics), genetic information, or denial of medical and family care leave, or any other non-job-related factors.
Pre-Employment All employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of pre-employment requirements including a criminal background investigation, which involves fingerprinting. (A felony or misdemeanor conviction may disqualify the applicant from County employment). A pre-employment physical examination and background check may be required.
Probationary Period As an Approved Local Merit System, all County of Riverside employees, except those serving "At Will," are subject to the probationary period provisions as specified in the applicable Memorandum of Understanding, County Resolution, or Salary Ordinance. Temporary and Per Diem employees serve at the pleasure of the agency/department head.
General Information Current County of Riverside and/or current employees of the hiring department may receive priority consideration. Qualified candidates may be considered for future County vacancies.
Job postings may close without notice based on application volume. Submit your complete application by the recruitment close date; no late applications are accepted. Ensure all relevant experience/education is reflected on your application/resume, as a failure to demonstrate position requirements may disqualify applicants. A description of job duties directly copied from the job classification or job posting will not be considered.
Please read and follow any special application instructions on this posting. Click the ' Apply ' link located on this page to submit your application. For additional instructions on the application process, examinations, Veteran's preference, pre-employment accommodation or other employment questions, please refer to our web site,
If you are experiencing technical problems, you may contact the governmentjobs.com applicant support desk Monday through Friday, 6 am to 5 pm Pacific Time at support@governmentjobs.com or toll-free 1-855-524-5627.
MEDICAL/DENTAL/VISION INSURANCE: A choice of different medical, dental and visions plan are available to elect. The County provides a Flexible Benefit Credit contribution as governed by the applicable SEIU Memorandum of Understanding to contribute towards the cost of these plans.
Note: Employees on assignment through the Temporary Assignment Program (TAP) receive different benefits. See the list MISCELLANEOUS RETIREMENT : County of Riverside has three retirement Tiers through the California Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS). Tier I
(Classic Member - Formula 3% @ 60): Applicable to current and former County of Riverside local miscellaneous employees hired prior to 08/24/2012 and did not withdraw CalPERS contributions. The employee contribution is eight (8%) percent. Tier II
(Classic Member - Formula 2% @ 60): Applicable to local miscellaneous employees 1) hired after 08/23/2012 through 12/31/2012; 2) Previously employed with another CalPERS contracting public agency or a reciprocal retirement system, with a break in service of less than six months between the separation date with the previous employer and the appointment date with the County of Riverside. The employee contribution is seven (7%) percent. Tier III
(PEPRA New Member - Formula 2% @ 62): Applicable to CalPERS local miscellaneous new members hired on or after the implementation of the Public Employees' Pension Reform Act of 2013 (PEPRA) which took effect January 1, 2013.
Effective July 1, 2023 employee contributions are 7.25% and will increase to 7.75% effective July 1, 2024.
A new member is defined as any of the following: A new hire who enters CalPERS membership for the first time on or after January 1, 2013, and who has no prior membership in any California Public Retirement System. A new hire who enters CalPERS membership for the first time on or after January 1, 2013, and who was a member with another California Public Retirement System prior to that date, but who is not subject to reciprocity upon joining CalPERS. A member who first established CalPERS membership prior to January 1, 2013, and who is rehired by a different CalPERS agency after a break in service of greater than six (6) months.
CalPERS refers to all members that do not fit within the definition of a new member as "classic members".
Contribution rates are subject to change based on the County of Riverside annual actuarial valuation.
Note:
This summary is for general information purposes only. Additional questions regarding retirement formulas can be sent to or by calling the Benefits Information Line at (951) 955-4981, Option 2.
If you have prior service credit with another CalPERS agency or within agencies, please contact CalPERS at (888) 225-7377 to determine which retirement tier would be applicable to you. CalPERS is governed by the Public Employees' Retirement Law. The Retirement Law is complex and subject to change. If there's any conflict between this summary and the law, the law will prevail over this summary. DEFERRED COMPENSATION: Voluntary employee contribution with a choice between two 457 deferred compensation plan options.
VACATION ACCRUAL (Bi-Weekly Accrual):
0
Yes No
02
Do you possess a Bachelor's degree in recreation therapy?
Yes No
03
Are you in possession of a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in recreation, which includes 14 semester or 20 quarter units of courses from at least three of the following areas: psychology, sociology, biological sciences, special education, therapeutic recreation, adaptive physical education and creative arts, human services?
Yes No
04
Do you possess a Recreation Therapist Certificate issued by the California Board of Recreation and Park or Certification by the National Therapeutic Recreation Society, or eligible for a certificate with completed course work and internship awaiting the board exam?
Yes No
05
How many years of experience do you possess in planning, developing, and providing therapeutic recreational activities for individuals in a clinical, detention center, residential, or community-based setting?
None Less than 12 months 1 year or more, but less than 2 2 years or more, but less than 3 3 years or more
06
How many years of experience do you have with providing individual/group recreational therapy services.
None Less than 12 months 1 year or more, but less than 2 2 years or more, but less than 3 3 years or more
07
How many years of experience do you have where you would provide therapeutic recreational activities for individuals in a detention setting.
None Less than 12 months 1 year or more, but less than 2 2 years or more, but less than 3 3 years or more
08
How many years of experience do you have using Microsoft Office?
None Less than 12 months 1 year or more, but less than 2 2 years or more, but less than 3 3 years or more
09
What is your Spanish bilingual level?
I am not bilingual in Spanish I speak Spanish, but cannot read or write I can speak, read, and write in Spanish
10
I understand that I must upload a copy of my transcript(s) as proof of education completed from an accredited college or university as an attachment to my job application. (Official and unofficial transcripts will be accepted. If your education was completed outside of the United States, provide a copy of your Foreign Education Equivalency evaluation.)
Yes No
11
Are you willing to work in the desert locations of the County of Riverside (Palm Springs, Cathedral City, Rancho Mirage, Palm Desert, Indio, Coachella and surrounding cities)?
Yes No
12
Are you a current regular, temporary, or per diem employee with the Riverside University Health System (RUHS) Behavioral Health?
Yes No
Required Question
Depends on Qualifications
Location :
Throughout Riverside County
Job Type:
Regular
Job Number:
24-73461-02JH
Department:
Behavioral Health
Division:
MH Detention
Opening Date:
10/30/2024
Closing Date:
11/27/2024 3:00 PM Pacific
ABOUT THE POSITION
Riverside University Health System (RUHS) - Behavioral Health Department seeks a Recreation Therapist/Trainee who will be assigned to various units within Behavioral Health throughout Riverside County in their Detention Centers.
The incumbent in this position will evaluate patient programs, conduct interviews with the client to determine appropriate services, and participate in clinical conferences on patient evaluations. The Recreation Therapist will also be tasked with providing therapeutic recreational activities for individuals in a detention setting. Additionally, the incumbent will observe and record patients' reactions; develop and evaluate community-based activities; prepare records and reports as needed.
The ideal candidates will possess a bachelor's degree in recreation therapy and experience in providing individual/ group recreational therapy services.
Schedule:
The schedule will be discussed during the interview.
HIGHLY IMPORTANT - ALL CANDIDATES MUST UPLOAD A COPY OF THEIR TRANSCRIPT(S), LICENSE(S), AND/OR CERTIFICATE(S) BEFORE SUBMITTING THE APPLICATION.
Meet the Team!
The is here for you when you or someone you love needs help to achieve and maintain a life of whole health wellness and recovery. Can you see yourself here?
EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES • Plan, develop, and provide recreational activities for mental health patients; apply recreation therapy knowledge and techniques to the problems of mental disorders and developmental disabilities, drug abuse, and alcoholism. • Assess patient needs and determine appropriate recreational activities; evaluate the interests of the individual patients, and assist and encourage them in selecting and participating in leisure-time activities. • Arrange for patients to participate in community diversional and social activities; participate in planning treatment goals for specific patients. • Observe and record patients' reactions; evaluate patient programs; participate in clinical conferences on patient evaluations. • Develop and evaluate community-based recreational activities; prepare records and reports as needed. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
OPTION I
Certificate: Possession of a Recreation Therapist Certificate issued by the California Board of Recreation and Park or Certification by the National Therapeutic Recreation Society, or eligible for certificate with completed course work and internship awaiting board exam.
OPTION II
Education: Possession of a Bachelor's degree in recreation therapy;
OR
Possession of a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in recreation, which includes 14 semester or 20 quarter units of courses from at least three of the following areas: psychology, sociology, biological sciences, special education, therapeutic recreation, adaptive physical education and creative arts, human services.
Experience: Two years of experience planning, developing, and providing therapeutic recreational activities for individuals in a clinical, residential, or community-based setting.
Other Requirements
License: Possession of a California Driver's License.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
Open to All Applicants
The level at which the position will be filled is at the Department's discretion and is based on candidate qualifications. For specific questions regarding this position, please contact Jeremy Holforty at jholfort@rivco.org
APPLICATION INFORMATION
Veteran's Preference The County has a Veterans Preference Policy applicable to new hires. To qualify, upload a copy of your (or your spouse's) Member-4 Form DD-214 indicating dates of service, and a copy of your spouse's letter of disability (if applicable) with your application. For privacy reasons, it is recommended that you remove your social security information from the document(s). A Human Resources Representative will review the materials and determine if you qualify for veterans' preference. The Veterans Preference Policy, C-3 is available here:
Reasonable Accommodations The County of Riverside is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to applicants as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA). Qualified individuals with disabilities who need a reasonable accommodation during the application or selection process should contact the recruiter for the position noted above. For additional information and/or to obtain the appropriate form for requesting a reasonable accommodation, please visit the Disability Access Office web page located at:
Proof of Education If using education to qualify or when requested by the recruiter, upload a copy of any license(s), official/unofficial transcript(s), degrees, and/or related employment documents to your NeoGov account at the time of application and before the closing date. Official or unofficial transcripts will be accepted.
If your education was completed outside of the United States, you will need to provide a copy of your Foreign Education Equivalency evaluation from a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services () or Association of International Credential Evaluators, Inc. ().
Equal Opportunity Employer The County of Riverside is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of the County of Riverside to provide equal employment opportunities for all qualified persons. All applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, ancestry, medical condition (cancer and genetic characteristics), genetic information, or denial of medical and family care leave, or any other non-job-related factors.
Pre-Employment All employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of pre-employment requirements including a criminal background investigation, which involves fingerprinting. (A felony or misdemeanor conviction may disqualify the applicant from County employment). A pre-employment physical examination and background check may be required.
Probationary Period As an Approved Local Merit System, all County of Riverside employees, except those serving "At Will," are subject to the probationary period provisions as specified in the applicable Memorandum of Understanding, County Resolution, or Salary Ordinance. Temporary and Per Diem employees serve at the pleasure of the agency/department head.
General Information Current County of Riverside and/or current employees of the hiring department may receive priority consideration. Qualified candidates may be considered for future County vacancies.
Job postings may close without notice based on application volume. Submit your complete application by the recruitment close date; no late applications are accepted. Ensure all relevant experience/education is reflected on your application/resume, as a failure to demonstrate position requirements may disqualify applicants. A description of job duties directly copied from the job classification or job posting will not be considered.
Please read and follow any special application instructions on this posting. Click the ' Apply ' link located on this page to submit your application. For additional instructions on the application process, examinations, Veteran's preference, pre-employment accommodation or other employment questions, please refer to our web site,
If you are experiencing technical problems, you may contact the governmentjobs.com applicant support desk Monday through Friday, 6 am to 5 pm Pacific Time at support@governmentjobs.com or toll-free 1-855-524-5627.
MEDICAL/DENTAL/VISION INSURANCE: A choice of different medical, dental and visions plan are available to elect. The County provides a Flexible Benefit Credit contribution as governed by the applicable SEIU Memorandum of Understanding to contribute towards the cost of these plans.
Note: Employees on assignment through the Temporary Assignment Program (TAP) receive different benefits. See the list MISCELLANEOUS RETIREMENT : County of Riverside has three retirement Tiers through the California Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS). Tier I
(Classic Member - Formula 3% @ 60): Applicable to current and former County of Riverside local miscellaneous employees hired prior to 08/24/2012 and did not withdraw CalPERS contributions. The employee contribution is eight (8%) percent. Tier II
(Classic Member - Formula 2% @ 60): Applicable to local miscellaneous employees 1) hired after 08/23/2012 through 12/31/2012; 2) Previously employed with another CalPERS contracting public agency or a reciprocal retirement system, with a break in service of less than six months between the separation date with the previous employer and the appointment date with the County of Riverside. The employee contribution is seven (7%) percent. Tier III
(PEPRA New Member - Formula 2% @ 62): Applicable to CalPERS local miscellaneous new members hired on or after the implementation of the Public Employees' Pension Reform Act of 2013 (PEPRA) which took effect January 1, 2013.
Effective July 1, 2023 employee contributions are 7.25% and will increase to 7.75% effective July 1, 2024.
A new member is defined as any of the following: A new hire who enters CalPERS membership for the first time on or after January 1, 2013, and who has no prior membership in any California Public Retirement System. A new hire who enters CalPERS membership for the first time on or after January 1, 2013, and who was a member with another California Public Retirement System prior to that date, but who is not subject to reciprocity upon joining CalPERS. A member who first established CalPERS membership prior to January 1, 2013, and who is rehired by a different CalPERS agency after a break in service of greater than six (6) months.
CalPERS refers to all members that do not fit within the definition of a new member as "classic members".
Contribution rates are subject to change based on the County of Riverside annual actuarial valuation.
Note:
This summary is for general information purposes only. Additional questions regarding retirement formulas can be sent to or by calling the Benefits Information Line at (951) 955-4981, Option 2.
If you have prior service credit with another CalPERS agency or within agencies, please contact CalPERS at (888) 225-7377 to determine which retirement tier would be applicable to you. CalPERS is governed by the Public Employees' Retirement Law. The Retirement Law is complex and subject to change. If there's any conflict between this summary and the law, the law will prevail over this summary. DEFERRED COMPENSATION: Voluntary employee contribution with a choice between two 457 deferred compensation plan options.
VACATION ACCRUAL (Bi-Weekly Accrual):
0
Yes No
02
Do you possess a Bachelor's degree in recreation therapy?
Yes No
03
Are you in possession of a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in recreation, which includes 14 semester or 20 quarter units of courses from at least three of the following areas: psychology, sociology, biological sciences, special education, therapeutic recreation, adaptive physical education and creative arts, human services?
Yes No
04
Do you possess a Recreation Therapist Certificate issued by the California Board of Recreation and Park or Certification by the National Therapeutic Recreation Society, or eligible for a certificate with completed course work and internship awaiting the board exam?
Yes No
05
How many years of experience do you possess in planning, developing, and providing therapeutic recreational activities for individuals in a clinical, detention center, residential, or community-based setting?
None Less than 12 months 1 year or more, but less than 2 2 years or more, but less than 3 3 years or more
06
How many years of experience do you have with providing individual/group recreational therapy services.
None Less than 12 months 1 year or more, but less than 2 2 years or more, but less than 3 3 years or more
07
How many years of experience do you have where you would provide therapeutic recreational activities for individuals in a detention setting.
None Less than 12 months 1 year or more, but less than 2 2 years or more, but less than 3 3 years or more
08
How many years of experience do you have using Microsoft Office?
None Less than 12 months 1 year or more, but less than 2 2 years or more, but less than 3 3 years or more
09
What is your Spanish bilingual level?
I am not bilingual in Spanish I speak Spanish, but cannot read or write I can speak, read, and write in Spanish
10
I understand that I must upload a copy of my transcript(s) as proof of education completed from an accredited college or university as an attachment to my job application. (Official and unofficial transcripts will be accepted. If your education was completed outside of the United States, provide a copy of your Foreign Education Equivalency evaluation.)
Yes No
11
Are you willing to work in the desert locations of the County of Riverside (Palm Springs, Cathedral City, Rancho Mirage, Palm Desert, Indio, Coachella and surrounding cities)?
Yes No
12
Are you a current regular, temporary, or per diem employee with the Riverside University Health System (RUHS) Behavioral Health?
Yes No
Required Question