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Activity Therapist (#015936) Kirkland Correctional Institution, Columbia (RICHLAND) Level 3

South Carolina Department of Corrections
Columbia, SC Full Time
POSTED ON 7/31/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 8/28/2026
Job Responsibilities

Under general supervision,

  • Plans, implements, and coordinates activities and intervention in the development, maintenance, and expression of appropriate social and leisure lifestyles of patients admitted to the Kirkland R&E specialized mental health program unit.
  • Develops recreational/activity therapy based upon assessment of inmate's needs/interests and psychosocial aspect of care.
  • Reviews findings from the treatment team to assess inmate's skills and interests that contribute to developing an individualized plan of care.
  • Monitors response to treatment and changes plans as necessary.
  • Provide training to medical, mental health and security staff.
  • Provides documentation as required by agency standards.
  • Attend divisional meetings and staff training as required.

Must successfully complete four (4) weeks of SCDC Basic Training upon hire.

Questions regarding the application process, this job posting or any other postings with the SCDC should be directed to:

Recruiting and Employment Services

(803) 896-1649

Employment@doc.state.sc.us

Minimum And Additional Requirements

State of South Carolina minimum requirements:

A high school diploma and relevant program experience. A bachelor's degree in physical education, recreation or a related field may be substituted for the required experience.

SCDC Minimum Requirements

A high school diploma and experience in a therapeutic recreational or music/art therapy related field. A bachelor's degree may be substituted for the required program experience.

Preferred Qualifications

A bachelor's degree and previous experience in a psychiatric rehabilitative setting and certification as a therapeutic recreation specialist is preferred.

Additional Comments

The South Carolina Department of Corrections is committed to providing equal opportunities to all applicants and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age (40 or older), disability or genetic information.

Supplemental questions are considered part of your official application. Any misrepresentation will result in your disqualification from employment. Please complete the state application to include all current and previous work history and education.

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