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State of Missouri is hiring : Recreation / Music Therapist in Fulton

State of Missouri
Fulton, MO Full Time
POSTED ON 3/11/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/5/2025

Recreation / Music Therapist

Hours of work : Primarily 8 : 00am-4 : 30pm, with flexibility to meet program needs.

Salary Range : $42,933.60-$49,362.00, based on experience / qualifications.

The State of Missouri, Department of Mental Health, Fulton State Hospital, is seeking full-time Recreation or Music Therapists to work in the Nixon Forensic Center in Fulton, MO. The hospital is certified by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), has been accredited by The Joint Commissions (TJC) since 1984, and is known for evidence-based treatment and innovative practices.

The Recreation or Music Therapist plays a vital role as part of an interdisciplinary treatment team working with clients who have mental illnesses and have committed crimes. In addition, many clients have 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 skills within a respectful, recovery-based treatment program. Responsibilities include : Planning and conducting a variety of groups, case management, attending treatment team meetings, completing required documentation and assessments.

Excellent State of Missouri Benefit Package Including :

  • Affordable Health, Vision, Dental Insurance
  • Paid Basic Life Insurance (amount equivalent to annual salary )
  • Deferred Compensation opportunities
  • MOSERS Retirement (Members contribute 4% of pay)
  • 13 paid holidays per year
  • 10 hours of annual leave and 10 hours sick leave accrued per month when hired, increases with service

Primary Job Responsibilities :

  • Assessment of basic skill functioning related to services provided through the Rehabilitation Services Department.
  • Planning and implementing a wide range of treatment groups designed to meet the social, vocational, emotional, cognitive, and physical needs of clients.
  • Case management including developing and maintaining individual treatment plans and related documentation, individual therapy, goal setting, family contact, and client advocacy.
  • Attend and participate in multi-disciplinary team meetings and weekly program meetings.
  • Competency in the implementation of assigned psychosocial program principles and procedures, as well as program and departmental documentation expectations.
  • Minimum Qualifications :

  • CTRS or Music Therapist board certification welcomed, but not required.
  • College degree in Therapeutic Recreation, Music Therapy, or related field.
  • Must be at least 20 years old for entry into a high-security setting.
  • If interested, please contact :

    Anne Shiraki, MT-BC

    Director of Rehabilitation Services

    Anne.Shiraki@dmh.mo.gov

    J-18808-Ljbffr

    Salary : $42,934 - $49,362

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