Activity Therapist

Acadia Healthcare; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a passionate Activity Therapist to enhance patient care through engaging activity therapy programs. This role involves assessing patient needs, planning therapeutic activities, and leading sessions to promote mental and physical well-being. Join a dedicated team focused on improving patient independence and social skills in a supportive healthcare environment. If you're committed to making a difference in the lives of others and have a background in therapeutic recreation, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in recreation in a healthcare setting.
• Certification as a Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS) required.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement activity therapy programs for patient treatment.
• Facilitate activities to improve patient mental and physical well-being.

Skills

Therapeutic Recreation

Patient Assessment

Activity Planning

Social Skills Development

Empathy

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Therapeutic Recreation

Master’s Degree

Job description

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

Overview

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

Responsibilities

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. 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.
2. Plan, organize, direct, and implement activities within the treatment program to facilitate patient progress with treatment goals.
3. Plan and implement an activities program including therapeutic leisure skills, leisure education, and leisure awareness.
4. Facilitate and lead activity sessions to improve patient mental and physical well-being.
5. Instruct patients in activities and techniques such as sports, dance, music, art, or relaxation techniques designed to meet their specific needs.
6. Develop treatment plans and implement activity interventions that meet patient needs and interests, helping the patient achieve his/her treatment goals.
7. Engage patients in therapeutic activities, such as exercise, games, and community outings.
8. Help patients learn social skills needed to become or remain independent.
9. Modify activities to suit the needs of specific groups.
10. 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 the 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.

Note: 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.

We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment regardless of characteristics protected by applicable laws.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Health Care Provider

Industries

• Mental Health Care