Activity Therapist

Cross Creek Hospital Together with Ascension Seton; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Cross Creek Hospital Together with Ascension Seton in the United States seeks an Activity Therapist to plan, direct, and implement activity therapy programs as part of the patient’s treatment plan. This role requires a Bachelor’s in Therapeutic Recreation or related field, with 3+ years in healthcare recreation and relevant certifications.

Master’s degree is preferred, and CPR/de-escalation/first aid certifications are required or anticipated.

Qualifications

• Three or more years’ experience in recreation in a healthcare setting.
• CPR and de-escalation and restraint certification required.
• First aid may be required depending on state or facility requirements.

Responsibilities

• Complete activity assessments from patient observations and interviews.
• Plan, organize, direct and implement activities within the treatment program.
• Lead therapeutic sessions including sports, dance, art or relaxation techniques.
• Develop and adjust treatment plans and activities to meet patient goals.
• Engage patients in therapeutic activities and help them learn social skills.

Skills

Healthcare experience

Good communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Therapeutic Recreation or related field

Master’s degree preferred

Job description

PURPOSE STATEMENT

Plan, direct and implement activity therapy programs as a component of the patient’s treatment plan.

Overview

Plan, direct and implement activity therapy programs as a component of the patient’s treatment plan.

Responsibilities

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Complete activity assessment through patient observation and patient/family interview, obtaining information on the patient’s needs, skills, interests and limitations for the development and implementation of the treatment plan.
• Plan, organize, direct and implement the activities within the treatment program to facility patient progress with treatment goals.
• Plan and implement an activities program including but not limited to therapeutic leisure skills and activities, leisure education and leisure awareness.
• Facilitate and lead activity sessions to improve patient mental and physical well-being.
• Instruct patients in activities and techniques, such are sports, dance, music, art or relaxation techniques designed to meet their specific needs.
• Develop treatment plans and implement activity interventions that meet patient needs and interests and helps the patient achieve his/her treatment goals.
• Engage patients in therapeutic activities, such as exercise, games and community outings.
• Help patients learn social skills needed to become or remain independent.
• Modify activities to suit the needs of specific groups.
• Demonstrate a positive, empathetic and professional attitude towards customers always. When patient needs are not met, acknowledge and work to resolve complaints. Recognize that patient safety is a top priority.

Other Functions

• Perform other functions and tasks as assigned.

Qualifications

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/SKILL REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor's Degree in Therapeutic Recreation, Recreational Therapy or related field required .
• Master ’s degree preferred.
• Three or more years ’ experience in recreation in a healthcare setting with knowledge of patient population served by the facility required.
• Previous experience in recreation in a healthcare setting is preferred.

Licenses/Designations/Certifications

• Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS) or currently in the process of obtaining national certification; OR certified in the area of specialty (Art, Dance, Music, etc.) OR clinical professional licensure (LCPC, LPC, etc.) with certification in expressive therapy area required.
• CPR and de-escalation and restraint certification required (training available upon hire and offered by facility).
• First aid may be required based on state or facility requirements.

While this job description is intended to be an accurate reflection of the requirements of the job, management reserves the right to add or remove duties from particular jobs when circumstances (e.g. emergencies, changes in workload, rush jobs or technological developments) dictate.

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