Recreational Therapist jobs in Philadelphia, PA

Overview

Join the excitement of a dynamic company committed to providing exceptional neurological rehabilitation to adults with brain injury!  ReMed is a growing organization dedicated to excellence, honesty and ethics in the treatment of our clients and each other.  For more than 35 years, we’ve developed programs to meet the diverse needs of clients with moderate to severe traumatic and acquired brain injuries.  Our CARF accredited programs provide treatment for post-concussion syndrome, stroke, memory loss, neurobehavioral issues and accident or sports-related head injuries.  

Benefits include, but are not limited to:

• Intensive, on-going training
• Comprehensive benefit package (medical, dental, vision, disability, 401(k) and more)
• Tuition reimbursement

Salary is based on education and experience.

Monday-Friday 9am-5pm - No weekends!

Responsibilities

We have an immediate opening for a Therapeutic Recreation Specialist to work with adult traumatic brain injury clients at our new Outpatient and home and community program based out of Paoli, PA.  The Therapeutic Recreation Specialist will also be a part of the treatment team  to provide home and community services in the area. 

• This full-time role assists in the development and implementation of a comprehensive recreational program, which includes both group and individual activities in the residence and the community. 
• This role oversees the individual recreational programs of assigned clients; completes initial assessments, monitors monthly progress, and prepares all necessary discharge plans. 
• The Therapist also provides minimum to maximum assistance and/or supervision to promote clients’ success in daily living tasks and vocational pursuits, in addition to recreation activities.

Qualifications

Requirements for the position include:

• A bachelor’s degree in therapeutic recreation, or related field.
• C.T.R.S. certification is preferred.
• Experience/willingness to facilitate recreational activities in the residence and community.
• Excellent planning, writing, organizational and time management skills.
• The ability to communicate with families, professionals and coworkers.
• The ability to demonstrate positive client interaction skills is essential.
• A valid driver's license.

  ReMed is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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