*To be considered for this position you must complete the state application and attach all required documents through the Montana State Careers site at** **www.statecareers.mt.gov**.*** ** *The Montana Department of Public Health and Human Services (DPHHS) has a career opportunity within the**Healthcare Facilities Division / Montana Mental Health Nursing Care Center.* *Job Overview:* The recreation therapist helps residents build resiliency and life skills. Other responsibilities include: 1) Interviewing and observing residents to assess physical and mental status, capabilities, and interests, therapeutic recreational needs and planning appropriate interventions; 2) Designing and developing recreational programs and interventions addressing residents assessed needs; 3) Developing therapeutic care plan goals and evaluating residents progress toward goals and revises goals as needed; and 4) Supervising five employees. ** *Why Join DPHHS* ** Our mission at DPHHS is serving Montanans in their communities to improve health, safety, well-being, and empower independence. By joining our department, you will have the opportunity to perform meaningful work in public service to our state and its residents. TheState of Montana's comprehensive benefits package includes healthcare coverage, retirement plans, paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays, work/life balance, and eligibility to participate in the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program. In addition, DPHHS is the largest state agency with a wide range of advancement opportunities whether you are joining the workforce or have several years of experience. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities(Behaviors): Required for the first day of work: • Knowledge of recreation therapy interventions andpractices. • Knowledgeofpsychology,humanbehavioranddevelopment. • Knowledge of individual and group therapyprinciples. • Knowledge of recreational activities and relatedequipment. • Knowledgeofmentalillness,chemicaldependency,traumaticbraininjury,developmental disabilities; medical and physicaldisabilities. • Excellent written and verbal communicationskills. • Ability to operate personal computer and general office equipment as necessary to complete essential functions, including using spreadsheets, word processing, database, email, internet, and other computer programs. • Ability to facilitate collaboration and cooperation withothers. Minimum Qualifications (Education and Experience): • Bachelor's degree in therapeuticrecreation, or a related field is preferredbutother combinations of education and/or experience will be considered on a case-by-case basis. • Two years of recreation therapist workexperience. • National Council for Therapeutic Recreation certification is required within one year of employment. • Completion of approved recreation therapist internship may substitute for three months of the requiredexperience. • Preferred: Supervisory work experience. *How to Apply*** To be considered for a DPHHS position, submit the following required documents with your application on the State of Montana Careers website. When submitting the required documents, you must check the "relevant document" box to ensure your attachments are uploaded correctly to your application for this position. * Cover Letter * Resume * References Successful applicants will be subject to background checks relevant to the position and must pass reference checks before an offer will be extended. DPHHS is an equal opportunity employer. Women, minorities, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply. For a copy of the full job description or if you need a reasonable accommodation in the application or hiring process, contact DPHHS Human Resources listed below. *Additional Information* This position may be eligible for a statutory $1.00 an hour base pay increase effective July 1, 2026.** **Title:** *Recreation Therapist Supervisor* **Location:** *Lewistown* **Requisition ID:** *25141912*