Activity Therapist $28-$30 an Hour

Acadia Healthcare; Columbus (OH); Presencial; USD 55 000 - 75 000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

Harboroaks in Columbus, OH is seeking a qualified Recreation Therapist to plan, direct and implement activity therapy programs as part of the patient’s treatment plan.

You will assess patient needs, plan and lead therapeutic activities, and develop personalized treatment interventions to support recovery and independence.

Qualificações

• Bachelor's Degree in Therapeutic Recreation, Recreational Therapy or related field required.
• Master's degree preferred.

Responsabilidades

• Complete activity assessment through patient observation and patient/family interview to gather needs, interests and limitations for treatment planning.
• Plan, organize, direct and implement activities within the treatment program to progress patients toward goals.
• Plan and implement an activities program including therapeutic leisure skills, leisure education and leisure awareness.
• Facilitate and lead activity sessions to improve patients' mental and physical well‑being.
• Instruct patients in activities such as sports, dance, music, art or relaxation techniques to meet individual needs.
• Develop treatment plans and activity interventions aligned with patient goals and interests.
• Engage patients in therapeutic activities, including exercise, games and community outings.
• Help patients learn social skills needed for independence.
• Modify activities to suit diverse patient groups.
• Demonstrate professionalism, empathy and prioritization of patient safety; address complaints when needed.

Formação académica

Bachelor's Degree in Therapeutic Recreation, Recreational Therapy or related field

Master's degree

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Overview

PURPOSE STATEMENT:

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.

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