Activity Therapist, Behavioral Health

Lifepoint Health®; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 35,666 - 48,216; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical, dental and vision coverage

Financial protection and paid time off

Higher education and certification tuition assistance

Employee wellness programs

Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization is seeking an Activities Therapist for their Columbus Springs East facility. The chosen candidate will assess patients' needs, develop treatment plans, and apply therapeutic practices in a behavioral health setting. Ideal candidates will have a relevant bachelor's degree and necessary certifications in Ohio. This full-time position offers comprehensive benefits and career growth opportunities, along with a compensation range of $25.89 to $35 per hour.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institute in Recreational Therapy, Music Therapy, or Art Therapy.
• Current CTRS, Certified Music Therapist, or Certified Art Therapist license in the state of Ohio required.
• CPR and de-escalation certification required or obtained within 30 days of hire.
• Previous experience in a psychiatric health care facility preferred.

Responsibilities

• Applies appropriate theory and standards for therapeutic practices.
• Assesses patient needs and documents responses to interventions.
• Develops treatment programs and plans of care.
• Provides therapy treatment procedures according to the treatment plan.

Skills

Therapeutic practices

Patient assessment

Documentation skills

Individual treatment planning

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Recreational Therapy, Music Therapy, or Art Therapy

Current CTRS, Certified Music Therapist or Certified Art Therapist license in Ohio

Job description

Activities Therapist, Behavioral Health

Full-time

Columbus Springs East is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritise your well‑being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As an Activities Therapist joining our team, you’re embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier®.

How You’ll Contribute

• Applies appropriate theory and standards for decision and actions regarding therapeutic practices
• Assesses patient needs utilizing cultural, religious, and physical disabilities, determining capabilities in groups and with specific activities
• Documents the patient’s response to interventions pertinent to patient treatment on daily/weekly progress status, as appropriate
• Completes all assessments within the time frame allotted and contributes to assessment workload balance between therapists
• Formulates the initial and subsequent treatment programs in accordance with the attending physician’s/licensed practitioner’s treatment orders
• Develops a plan of care with specific and measurable goals, objectives, and interventions defining actions unique to each patient’s needs
• Provides therapy treatment procedures according to the treatment plan, communicates, and works with the patient to achieve the greatest benefit and resolution

Why Join Us

• Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full‑time and part‑time employees.
• Financial Protection & PTO: Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short‑ and long‑term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.
• Financial & Career Growth: Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package with company match.
• Employee Well‑being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
• Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

What We’re Looking For

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institute in Recreational Therapy (CTRS), Music Therapy (MT‑BC), or Art Therapy (ATR, ATR‑BC, ATR‑P LPAT)
• Current CTRS, Certified Music Therapist, or Certified Art Therapist license in the state of Ohio required
• CPR and de‑escalation certification required or obtained within 30 days of hire
• Previous experience in a psychiatric health care facility, with direct experience working with chemical dependency, dual diagnosis, psychiatric and geriatric patients preferred

More About Columbus Springs East

Columbus Springs East is a 72‑bed behavioral health hospital that has been offering exceptional care to the Columbus community for over 7 years. We are proud to be accredited by The Joint Commission.

Hourly range: $25.89 – $35

EEOC Statement

Columbus Springs East is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Columbus Springs East is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.