Fulton State Hospital has several job opportunities. Please see below. Also attached is more information about the hospital.
EMPLOYMENT
The Rehabilitation Services Department is comprised of about 50 individuals. This includes Music Therapists, Occupational Therapists, Therapeutic Recreation Specialists, Librarians, Work Specialists and Activity Aides. Currently we have openings for the following:
Recreational Therapist I/II Opening
Recovery and Self Motivation Program (RSM)
Fulton (MO) State Hospital
Biggs Forensic Center
We are looking for an energetic Recreational Therapist I-II that is interested in working on the Recovery and Self Motivation Program (RSM) in the Biggs Forensic Center at Fulton State Hospital. The program is located in the maximum security unit and will serve approximately 65 individuals. This is a long term treatment program for individuals with severe mental illnesses. Fulton is located 90 miles west of St. Louis. The hospital is certified by Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) and the Joint Commission (TJC) since 1984.
The Therapeutic Recreation Specialist plays a vital role as part of an interdisciplinary treatment team working with clients who have severe mental illness, trauma histories of their own. Treatment is focused on learning self-regulation and self-management within a respectful, recovery based treatment program. Responsibilities include planning and conducting a variety of TR services; responsible for case management and coordination of leisure opportunities.
A degree in Therapeutic Recreation or a closely related field is required. CTRS is preferred, but not required. Great benefit package including 3 weeks of vacation leave; sick leave; budget friendly medical, dental, and vision insurance; prescription drug plan; paid holidays; state retirement and more. Starting salaries for a RT I is $33,180 and an RT2 is $36,888. Rates could be higher based on education and experience. Probationary raises given after 6 months. Contact either Janie Smith, Director of Rehabilitation Services at 573/592-3240 or janie.smith@dmh.mo.gov or Karin Pestle at 573/592-2313 or Karin.pestle@dmh.mo.gov .
Recreational Therapist I/II Opening
Competency Restoration Program (CRAFT)
Fulton (MO) State Hospital
Biggs Forensic Center
We are looking for an energetic Recreational Therapist I-II that is interested in working on the Competency Restoration Program (CRAFT) in the Biggs Forensic Center at Fulton State Hospital. The program is located in the high security unit and will serve approximately 75 individuals. This is a short-term program for the restoration of competency in order to stand trial or return to a jail setting. Fulton is located 90 miles west of St. Louis. The hospital is certified by Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) and the Joint Commission (TJC) since 1984.
The Therapeutic Recreation Specialist plays a vital role as part of an interdisciplinary treatment team working with clients who have trauma histories of their own and corresponding mental illnesses that don’t allow them to be competent in their own defense. Treatment is focused on regaining competency and getting along with others within a respectful, recovery based treatment program. Responsibilities include planning and conducting a variety of TR services; responsible for case management and coordination of leisure opportunities.
A degree in Therapeutic Recreation or a closely related field is required. CTRS is preferred, but not required. Great benefit package including 3 weeks of vacation leave; sick leave; budget friendly medical, dental, and vision insurance; prescription drug plan; paid holidays; state retirement and more. Starting salaries for a RT I is $33,180 and an RT2 is $36,888. Rates could be higher based on education and experience. Probationary raises given after 6 months. Contact either Janie Smith, Director of Rehabilitation Services at 573/592-3240 orjanie.smith@dmh.mo.gov or Karin Pestle at 573/592-2313 or Karin.pestle@dmh.mo.gov .
Recreational Therapist I/II Opening
Leisure Evening/Weekend Program
Fulton (MO) State Hospital
SORTS Unit
We are looking for an energetic Recreational Therapist I-II that is interested in working on the Sex Offender Treatment Services Program (SORTS) at Fulton State Hospital. The program is located in a high security unit and will serve approximately 100 individuals. This is a civil involuntary commitment program for the treatment of individuals previously convicted of multiple sexually related crimes without successful treatment. Fulton is located 90 miles west of St. Louis. The hospital is certified by Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) and the Joint Commission (TJC) since 1984.
The Therapeutic Recreation Specialist plays a vital role as part of an interdisciplinary treatment team working with clients who have serious histories of sexual offending, trauma histories of their own and corresponding mental illnesses that increase the likelihood of reoffending. Treatment is focused on learning self-regulation and self-management within a respectful, recovery based treatment program. Responsibilities include planning and conducting a variety of TR services; responsible for case management and coordination of leisure opportunities.
A degree in Therapeutic Recreation or a closely related field is required. CTRS is preferred, but not required. Great benefit package including 3 weeks of vacation leave; sick leave; budget friendly medical, dental, and vision insurance; prescription drug plan; paid holidays; state retirement and more. Starting salaries for a RT I is $33,180 and an RT2 is $36,888. Rates could be higher based on education and experience. Probationary raises given after 6 months. Contact either Janie Smith, Director of Rehabilitation Services at 573/592-3240 orjanie.smith@dmh.mo.gov or Karin Pestle at 573/592-2313 or Karin.pestle@dmh.mo.gov .
Daniel G. Yoder, Ph.D.
Professor and Chair of Recreation, Park and Tourism Administration Department
Phone (309) 298-1584
