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)
Job Summary
Provides therapeutic groups in the Inpatient behavioral Health Unit. Possesses excellent assessment and organizational skills. Communicates all pertinent information to appropriate personnel. Demonstrates the essential skill competencies to facilitate group and individual therapeutic activities.
Demonstrates the ability to work with the seriously and persistently mentally ill. Essential Functions
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Minimum Education/Certifications
Bachelor's degree or higher. Licensure as a certified recreational therapist
Minimum Work Experience
One year of experience is preferred.
Position Type/Expected Hours of Work: Monday through Friday; two rotating weekends a month.
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Position Title Recreational Therapist– Inpatient Behavioral Health
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