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Recreational Therapist (DOH/SATC #12712)

New Mexico Department of Health
Albuquerque, NM Full Time
POSTED ON 8/5/2025 CLOSED ON 9/4/2025

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Recreational Therapist (DOH/SATC #12712) position at New Mexico Department of Health?

Salary

$18.15 - $27.23 Hourly

$37,752 - $56,628 Annually

This position is a Pay Band C3

Posting Details

This posting will be used for ongoing recruitment and may close at any time. Applicant lists may be screened more than once.

Why does the job exist?

This job exists to provide recreational therapeutic activities within an established recreational program at a residential treatment center as part of the resident's treatment plan.

How does it get done?

This position will plan, organize and direct recreational activities for residents.

Who are the customers?

Our facility is a secure facility which serves the needs of adolescent males age 13-17 with a history of violence and aggression.

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate will have experience:

Creating recreational activities and plans for adolescents between the ages of 13 to 17;. Working in a residential treatment facility;

Working in a therapeutic MILIEU; and

Working recover-oriented and /or trauma-informed-care environments

Minimum Qualification

High School Diploma or equivalent and one (1) year experience as it pertains to the essential duties and responsibilities of the classification. Any combination of education from an accredited college or university in a related field and/or direct experience in this occupation totaling one (1) year may substitute for the required experience.

Employment Requirements

Must possess and maintain a valid Driver's License. Pre-employment background investigation is required and is conditional pending results.

Working Conditions

Work is performed in an adolescent treatment center, with exposure to mentally and/or behaviorally challenged residents, who may exhibit unpredictable behaviors. This position may work In an office setting using related office equipment, with exposure to Visual Video Display Terminal and extensive personal computer and phone usage. Pushing, pulling, lifting and/or carrying.

Supplemental Information

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Agency Contact Information: Yvette Fournier (505) 222-0303. Email

For information on Statutory Requirements for this position, click the Classification Description link on the job advertisement.

Bargaining Unit Position

This position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement and all terms/conditions of that agreement apply and must be adhered to.

Salary : $37,752 - $56,628

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