Rehab Therapist - Mental Health 254

Telecare Corporation
dental insurance, paid time off, paid holidays, 401(k)
United States, Washington, Tumwater
3285 Ferguson Street Southwest (Show on map)
Oct 03, 2025
Description "They made it easier for me to live, breathe, eat, and stay clean. Without them, I'd be waiting somewhere, waiting for someone to give me a chance to live..." - Client from Telecare What You Will Do to Change Lives Under supervision, the Rehabilitation Therapist provides rehabilitation therapy services to members served, both on an individual and group basis. Shifts Available: Full-time: Wed-Sun, 9:00am - 5:00pm Expected starting wage range is $28.43- $35.13. The full wage range goes up to $41.84. Telecare applies geographic differentials to its pay ranges. The pay range assigned to this role will be based on the geographic location from which the role is performed. Starting pay is commensurate with relevant experience above the minimum requirements. What You Bring to the Table (Must Have) B.S./B.A. in Occupational, Recreational, Music, Dance, Drama or Art Therapy, Vocational Counseling or related field (Must meet any regulatory requirements for the use of these titles, specific to the program type or location) Six (6) months of experience in behavioral health setting Discipline certification or licensure may be required per program licensure or accrediting body requirements What's In It for You* Paid Time Off: For Full Time Employee it is 16.7 days in your first year Nine Paid Holidays & Shift differentials for hourly staff (6% for PM Shift, 10% for Overnight Shift). Weekend Shift differentials for hourly staff (5% for Weekend AM Shift, 11% for Weekend PM Shift, 15% for Weekend Overnight Shift) Free CEUs, coaching, and mentorship Online University Tuition Discount and Company Scholarships Medical, Vision, Dental Insurance, 401K, Employee Stock Ownership Plan For more information visit: https://www.telecarecorp.com/benefits Join Our Compassionate Team Telecare's mission is to deliver excellent and effective behavioral health services that engage individuals in recovering their health, hopes, and dreams. Telecare continues to advance cultural diversity, humility, equity, and inclusion at all levels of our organization by hiring mental health peers, BIPOC, LGBTQIA+, veterans, and all belief systems. Adult residents of Washington state, ages 18 and older, who have been diagnosed with a serious mental illness and are currently experiencing a significant crisis in their lives. A Designated Crisis Responder (DCR) will evaluate individuals referred by community hospitals. If individuals are found to need emergency involuntary detainment, they will be admitted to the inpatient unit. EOE AA M/F/V/Disability May vary by location and position type Full Job Description will be provided if selected for an interview. Music, Musical, Dance, Pianist, Drama, Teacher, Artist If job posting references any sign-on bonus internal applicants and applicants employed with Telecare in the previous 12 months would not be eligible. POSITION SUMMARY* Under supervision, the Rehabilitation Therapist provides rehabilitation therapy services to members served, both on an individual and group basis. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Demonstrate the Telecare mission, purpose, values, and beliefs in everyday language and contact with internal and external stakeholders Coordinates and provides rehabilitation treatment services for assigned members served, including leading and co-leading therapeutic groups, developing therapeutic activities and writing group descriptions, and scheduling therapeutic activities in collaboration with members served when possible Coordinates outings for members served and supervises them on outings; may require driving van on outings Coordinates special events Facilitates community meetings and groups Provides clinical supervision for Rehabilitation Activity Leaders, interns, and volunteers, as directed Participates in the planning of the Rehabilitation Program Participates in the development of Recovery Plans Completes assigned sections of the Minimum Data Set (MDS), annual comprehensive assessments, and assessments that accompany changes of condition Documents observations and assessments, as required If employed at inpatient program, must assist with restraint of members served in the event of assaultive behavior and pass assault crisis/crisis prevention training If employed at outpatient program, must evade members served in the event of assaultive behavior and pass assault crisis/crisis prevention training Duties and responsibilities may be added, deleted, and/or changed at the discretion of management. QUALIFICATIONS Required: B.S./B.A. in Occupational, Recreational, Music, Dance, Drama or Art Therapy, Vocational Counseling or related field (Must meet any regulatory requirements for the use of these titles, specific to the program type or location) For Community Crisis Homes: Must obtain a Registered Behavior Technician credential within one (1) year of initial employment and maintain credential through employment Six (6) months of experience in behavioral health setting Discipline certification or licensure may be required per program licensure or accrediting body requirements Must be at least 18 years of age Must be CPR, Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI), and First Aid certified on date of employment or within 60 days of employment and maintain current certification throughout employment All opportunities at Telecare are contingent upon successful completion and receipt of acceptable results of the applicable post-offer physical examination, 2-step PPD test for tuberculosis, acceptable criminal background clearances, excluded party sanctions, and degree or license verification. If the position requires driving, valid driver license, a motor vehicle clearance, and proof of auto insurance is required at time of employment and must be maintained throughout employment. Additional regulatory, contractual or local requirements may apply. Preferred: MA/MS in Occupational, Recreational, Music, Dance, Drama or Art Therapy or Vocational Counseling SKILLS Ability to observe, assess, record and report social, ADL, and psychiatric behavior of members served PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. The employee is occasionally required to sit, squat, kneel, push, pull, lift, and carry items weighing 25 pounds or less as well as to frequently walk, stand, bend, twist, reach, and do simple and power grasping. The position requires manual deviation, repetition, and dexterity, as well as to occasionally drive and be exposed to uneven walking ground. EOE AA M/F/V/Disability Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.