ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- · Complete activity assessment through patient observation and patient/family interview, obtaining information on the patient’s needs, skills, interests and limitations for the development and implementation of the treatment plan.
- · Plan, organize, direct and implement the activities within the treatment program to facility patient progress with treatment goals.
- · Plan and implement an activities program including but not limited to therapeutic leisure skills and activities, leisure education and leisure awareness.
- · Facilitate and lead activity sessions to improve patient mental and physical well-being.
- · Instruct patients in activities and techniques, such are sports, dance, music, art or relaxation techniques designed to meet their specific needs.
- · Develop treatment plans and implement activity interventions that meet patient needs and interests and helps the patient achieve his/her treatment goals.
- · Engage patients in therapeutic activities, such as exercise, games and community outings.
- · Help patients learn social skills needed to become or remain independent.
- · Modify activities to suit the needs of specific groups.
- · Demonstrate a positive, empathetic and professional attitude towards customers always. When patient needs are not met, acknowledge and work to resolve complaints. Recognize that patient safety is a top priority.
- · Perform other functions and tasks as assigned.
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/SKILL REQUIREMENTS:
- · Bachelor's Degree in Therapeutic Recreation, Recreational Therapy or related field required.
- · Master’s degree preferred.
- · Three or more years’ experience in recreation in a healthcare setting with knowledge of patient population served by the facility required.
- · Previous experience in recreation in a healthcare setting is preferred.
LICENSES/DESIGNATIONS/CERTIFICATIONS:
- · Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS) or currently in the process of obtaining national certification; OR certified in the area of specialty (Art, Dance, Music, etc.) OR clinical professional licensure (LCPC, LPC, etc.) with certification in expressive therapy area required.
- · CPR and de-escalation and restraint certification required (training available upon hire and offered by facility).
- · First aid may be required based on state or facility requirements.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $23.00 - $31.00 per hour
Expected hours: 8 per week
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Work Location: In person