Recreational Therapist

UAB St. Vincent's; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated professional in behavioral health to develop and implement engaging activity therapy treatment plans. This role involves conducting patient assessments, coordinating therapeutic recreational activities, and evaluating the effectiveness of interventions. With a focus on enhancing patient socialization and well-being, this position offers a rewarding opportunity to make a positive impact in the lives of individuals. If you are passionate about recreation therapy and have the necessary qualifications, this could be the perfect role for you.

Qualifications

• Licensure in BLS required within 30 days of hire.
• 2 years of experience or relevant degree required.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement activity therapy treatment plans.
• Conduct patient assessments and establish therapy goals.

Skills

Patient Assessment

Activity Therapy

Socialization Encouragement

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Associate's Degree or Technical Degree

Job description

We Are Hiring

• Department: Behavioral Health - Adult Psychiatry
• Schedule: PRN
• Hospital: UAB St. Vincent's East - Trussville
• Location: Birmingham, AL

What You Will Do

Develop and implement activity therapy treatment plans.

• Conduct patient assessments and establish recreational/leisure therapy treatment goals.
• Evaluate each patient's progress and the effectiveness of recreational/leisure therapy interventions.
• Coordinate therapeutic recreational/leisure activities for both large and small groups. Observe patient response and encourage socialization.
• Provide patients with information regarding resources and therapeutic recreational/leisure activities in the community.

What You Will Need

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

• BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted required.
• Therapist specializing in Recreation credentialed from the National Council for Therapeutic Recreation Certification preferred.

Education:

• High School diploma equivalency with 2 years of cumulative experience OR Associate's degree/Technical degree OR 4 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.

Additional Preferences

No additional preferences.