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)
Now hiring Therapists to join our behavioral healthcare team at Abraxas Ohio program located at 2775 State Route 39 in Shelby, OH.
Abraxas Ohio offers Substance Use Disorder Treatment Services and Behavioral Health Treatment Services for adolescent males, ages 12 - under 21.
Are you looking to make a meaningful difference in the lives of at-risk youth? Weve got the job for you!
Salary: Bachelor level LSW - $58,000 annually
Master level LSW - $60,000 annually
Who We Are:
Abraxas Youth & Family Services is a national nonprofit human services provider dedicated to Building Better Futures for at-risk youth, adults, and families. Our diversified array of services includes alternative education, outpatient counseling, in-home services, shelter, detention, residential treatment and re-entry/transition services.
Since 1973, Abraxas team members have positively impacted the lives of those we serve and the communities in which they live.
Benefits & Perks:
We provide a competitive and comprehensive benefits program that offers the protection, peace of mind and flexibility designed to support you both at home and at work.
POSITION SUMMARY:
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
Major Activity: Completes Assessments.
Major Activity: Develops and Implements Treatment Plans.
Major Activity: Performs Group, Individual and Family Therapy. May perform crisis intervention as needed
Major Activity: Maintains necessary documentation.
REQUIRED MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Why Should You Consider Abraxas?
Equal Opportunity Employer
Abraxas Youth & Family Services, an affiliate of Apis Services Inc., offers a rewarding career for those passionate about making a difference in the lives of others. Abraxas is a great place to start your career whether you have a high school diploma or GED, military experience, some college, or a bachelor or advanced degree. If you are interested in counseling, juvenile justice, psychology, social work, teaching or just want to make a difference, we have a career path for you.
Apis Services, Inc. provides shared administrative services, including recruiting and onboarding new team members for over 30 for profit and non-profit organizations across the USA so they can focus on their all-important missions. Apis Services Inc. is a progressive corporation with over 3500 employees nationwide and growing.
Join Us in Building Better Futures!
Interested in joining a team providing life changing care to youth, adults, and families? Apply today!
If you have any questions, you can contact us by email at recruiting@jobsatabraxas.org
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