Recreation/Music Therapist Assistant

State of Missouri
Saint James, Missouri United States  View Map
Posted: Jul 24, 2025
  • Salary: $16.99-$18.41 per Hour USD
  • Salary Top:18
  • Full Time
  • Accounting and Finance
  • Parks and Recreation
  • Public Health
  • Job Description

    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. Please look below to find the recruiter's contact information by location. We look forward to hearing from you!

    • Cameron - 573-508-7133
    • Cape Girardeau - 573-986-4061 OR 573-986-4023
    • Mexico - 573-567-8327
    • Mt. Vernon - 417-489-0167
    • St. James - 573-301-6533
    • St. Louis - 314-337-1761
    • Warrensburg - 660-429-4690


    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 .
  • ABOUT THE COMPANY

    • State of Missouri
    • State of Missouri

    Build the Missouri of tomorrow.

    Ensure a strong foundation today.

    Join a group of innovative team members focused on driving the State of Missouri forward. As public servants, our team members have the opportunity to produce work that is both lasting and important. This work serves to protect families, communities, and our natural resources.

     No matter where you are in your career, whether entry level or senior level, a career with the State of Missouri will challenge you to grow both personally and professionally. Though one employer, there is no shortage of exciting opportunities as there are many career paths you may take within the State. If you are searching for a job that transforms lives, including your own, a career with the State of Missouri is the perfect fit!

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