Recreational Therapist jobs in Allentown, PA

Recreational Therapist plans and directs medically approved therapeutic recreational programs for patients. Organizes activities according to patients' capabilities, needs, and interests. Being a Recreational Therapist conducts programs including symptom management, basic conversation skills, community re-entry, sports, gardening, dramatics, music, social activities, and arts and crafts. Prepares reports for patients' physicians describing individual patient symptoms and reactions to therapeutic programs. Additionally, Recreational Therapist conducts activity therapy assessment of a patient's strengths and needs, and recommends therapeutic activity. Documents progress on each patient. Requires a license/certification to practice from the National Council of Therapeutic Recreation Specialists. Requires a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to a manager. Requires to practice from the National Council of Therapeutic Recreation Specialists. Recreational Therapist's years of experience requirement may be unspecified. Certification and/or licensing in the position's specialty is the main requirement. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Therapist
  • Behavioral Health Associates
  • Lehighton, PA FULL_TIME
  • Behavioral Health Associates (BHA) is an educational organization.  We offer an academic learning environment integrated with behavior support services for students diagnosed with emotional/behavioral disorders to empower the students in overcoming challenges and creating new stories in their lives.

     

    We currently have an opening for a Therapist.   


    JOB GOAL                           

    • Provide direct counseling and academic/behavioral support to meet the needs of students in a therapeutic and educational setting.

     

    ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

    • Provide therapeutic and academic services to students. 
    • Create and implement weekly lesson plans.
    • Utilize non-violent crisis prevention intervention techniques when necessary.
    • Assist with delivery of academic instruction.
    • Document student observations/data.
    • Contribute to the development and maintenance of an environment which is non-threatening, safe, restorative, and where the students feel respected, accepted, and a part of the school community.
    • Attend staff meetings as required.
    • Be responsible for equipment and materials for the program.
    • Respond positively to supervision and suggestions for improvement.
    • Have current lesson plans and appropriate materials available for use by any substitute, if necessary.
    • Work to stay current in subject and content area of instructional techniques.
    • Other duties assigned by the Program Director.

      

    QUALIFICATIONS            

    • Bachelor’s Degree in Human Services, Education or related field
    • Experience working in a school setting or mental health setting
    • Basic computer literacy
    • Utilizes effective verbal and written expression

     

    BENEFITS

    • Full Time
    • Paid Leave for Sick and Personal Days
    • Time Off for School Holidays and Breaks 
    • Paid Year Round
    • Choice of Two Medical Plans, Dental, Vision and Voluntary Life Insurance
    • Company Paid: Group Life Insurance and Employee Assistance Program
    • Retirement Plan with Company Match up to 3% of your Annual Salary
    • Tuition Reimbursement

     

    BHA is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. BHA is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age or other legally protected status.

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THERAPIST
  • KidsPeace
  • Allentown, PA FULL_TIME
  • The Therapist - Outpatient is responsible for assessing client's mental health status, developing a client specific treatment plan, providing individual, group and family therapy and completing all re...
  • 15 Days Ago

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Physical Therapist
  • Texas Nursing Services
  • Pennsburg, PA FULL_TIME
  • 🌟 Join Our Team as a Physical Therapist in Pennsburg, PA!💰 Compensation: $40 to $70 per hourPosition: Physical TherapistLocation: Pennsburg, PA 18073📅 Job Details:Position Type: Full-TimeSchedule: ...
  • 18 Days Ago

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Massage Therapist
  • Wind Creek Hospitality
  • Bethlehem, PA FULL_TIME
  • The Massage Therapist will receive base pay with 20% commission and 20% gratuity ($60 per hour and up including base, commission and gratuity).The Massage Therapist performs professional body massage ...
  • 18 Days Ago

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Physical Therapist
  • Mitchell Martin
  • Perkiomenville, PA CONTRACTOR,FULL_TIME
  • A skilled Nursing Facility has an immediate need for a Physical Therapist Type: Contract/ Temp Location: North Wales, NJ Primary Job Responsibilities: Develop and implement individualized therapy prog...
  • 18 Days Ago

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Occupational Therapist
  • Enhance Therapies
  • Phillipsburg, NJ FULL_TIME
  • Overview Tender Touch Rehab Services is hiring! We are looking for a passionate full-time Occupational Therapist to join our growing team. *** Ask us about our Acceptance Bonus *** Highlights of our O...
  • 19 Days Ago

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Kehillah Coordinator (Recreation Therapist)
  • Horsham Center for Jewish Life
  • North Wales, PA
  • Horsham Center for Jewish Life - Horsham Center for Jewish Life is searching for an experienced Recreation Therapist to ...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Behavioral Health Tech, In-Patient Behavioral Health and Recovery Center, Opportunities at Multiple Campuses (Full Time, Part Time)
  • St Luke's University Health Network
  • Allentown, PA
  • St. Luke's is proud of the skills, experience and compassion of its employees. The employees of St. Luke's are our most ...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Psychotherapist/Mental Health Professional - Behavioral Health
  • St. Luke's University Health Network
  • Bethlehem, PA
  • St. Luke's is proud of the skills, experience and compassion of its employees. The employees of St. Luke's are our most ...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Live-in Caregiver/Social Coach
  • PARTNERS CREATING COMMUNITY INC
  • Phoenixville, PA
  • Job Description Job Description POSITION OVERVIEW: The Live-in Social Coach resides in one our therapeutic community bas...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Caregiver/Social Coach
  • PARTNERS CREATING COMMUNITY INC
  • Phoenixville, PA
  • Job Description Job Description POSITION OVERVIEW: The Social Coach is responsible for ensuring the health, safety and o...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

Allentown (Pennsylvania Dutch: Allenschteddel) is a city located in Lehigh County, Pennsylvania, United States. It is Pennsylvania's third most populous city and the 231st largest city in the United States. As of the 2010 census, the city had a total population of 118,032 and is currently the fastest growing city in all of Pennsylvania. It is the largest city in the metropolitan area known as the Lehigh Valley, which had a population of 821,623 residents as of 2010[update]. Allentown constitutes a portion of the New York City Combined Statistical Area and is the county seat of Lehigh County. ...
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Income Estimation for Recreational Therapist jobs
$56,749 to $70,504
Allentown, Pennsylvania area prices
were up 1.5% from a year ago

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