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Recreation/Music Therapist Assistant

State of Missouri
Cameron, MO Full Time
POSTED ON 4/2/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 4/30/2026
How’s this sound – have fun at work AND make a difference in our Veterans’ lives? At the Missouri Veterans Home, we are hiring a Recreation/Music Therapist Assistant to assist the team with therapeutic and leisure activities for our state’s heroes. If you are looking for a career in a rewarding environment, go no farther…apply today!

Hourly Pay

  • $16.99 - $18.41
  • Pay based on experience

Examples of Work

  • Learn and demonstrate basic methods and application of recreational, music, and other therapeutic activities
  • Make preparations/arrangements for and carry out activities, such as group outings
  • Provide resources and support to Veterans to enhance skills appropriate to their physical and cognitive ability
  • Document electronically activity attendance records, assessments, progress notes, and care plans
  • Drive bus or other state vehicles during day/night both in town and on highway
  • Lift and move Veterans as needed

Qualification

  • 0 - 1 years of relevant experience
  • Current Missouri Class E driver license or able to obtain within 60 days

Benefits

  • Enjoy a workplace where you can build lasting relationships with our Veterans and your co-workers
  • Opportunities to learn and grow in your career with MO Veterans Commission
  • 3 weeks paid vacation; 3 weeks paid sick leave; 13 paid holidays
  • Health (medical, dental, vision) and free life insurance
  • Retirement
  • Up to $75/month match on savings plan
  • 6 weeks paid leave for birth or adoption

How To Reach Us

Each MO Veterans Home has a recruiter on staff. We are here to answer any questions you may have. Please follow the link to our Hiring Page to find your local recruiter's contact information.

MVC Hiring Page: https://mvc.dps.mo.gov/hiring/

At the Missouri Veterans Commission, we value diversity because we believe in the power of our differences. MVC strives for an inclusive work environment where equal and equitable opportunities exist for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, uniformed service member, or any other status protected by federal, state or local law .

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