Activity Therapist FT

Eagle View Behavioral Health; Pleasant Valley Township (IA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Eagle View Behavioral Health in Bettendorf, IA is seeking an Activity Therapist to plan, organize and conduct comprehensive recreational therapy services as part of the patient’s treatment plan. The role emphasizes learning coping skills, hobbies, and social development within a safe, standards-aligned program.

Requires Bachelor's in Therapeutic Recreation or related field; CTRS certification or licensure with expressive therapy is preferred or in process.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Therapeutic Recreation or related field required.
• Master’s degree preferred.
• CTRS certification or pursuing national certification required/encouraged; OR licensure with expressive therapy certification.
• Clinical licensure (LCPC, LPC) with expressive therapy certification may apply.

Responsibilities

• Performs patient assessments through interviews to identify needs, interests, strengths, and limitations for treatment planning.
• Plans and implements activities program including therapeutic recreation, leisure education, and assessment.
• Coordinates patient activities ensuring safety and program alignment with treatment goals.
• Orients patients to the activities program and explains benefits to support engagement.
• Engages patients in individual and group recreation activities across domains: physical, social, intellectual, creative, spiritual.
• Documents assessments and progress notes timely; maintains departmental resources and equipment.

Skills

Assessment

Program planning

Group facilitation

Safety consciousness

Documentation

Education

Bachelors in Therapeutic Recreation

Master’s degree preferred

CTRS certification or in process

Clinical licensure (LCPC/LPC) with expressive therapy certification

Tools

Electronic health records

Job description

Activity Therapist FT | Eagle View Behavioral Health | Bettendorf, IowaAbout the Job:PURPOSE STATEMENT:The Activity Therapist plans, organizes, and conducts comprehensive recreational therapy services as a component of the patient’s treatment plan designed to assist the patient with learning healthy coping skills, strengths, hobbies, and assist with the development of social skills/relationships. Ensures all programming is consistent with accepted standards of practice and established policies and procedures.Roles and Responsibilities:ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:Performs patient assessments through patient/family interview, obtaining information on the patient’s needs, skills, interests, strengths, and limitations for the development and implementation of individualized treatment plan.Plans and implements an activities program including but not limited to therapeutic leisure skills and activities, leisure education and leisure awareness to provide quality activities programs that meet patient needs and interests and helps the patient achieve his/her treatment goals. Coordinates patient activities while providing a safe environment.Orients patients to the activities program, explaining the benefits of the activities to the patients.Engages patients in therapeutic activities such as exercise, games sports, dance, music, art or relaxation techniques designed to meet their specific needs. Monitors and evaluates patient's progress, interest levels, attitude, and behaviors.Engages patients in individual and/or group recreation programming. Individual and group programming will fall under the five activity domains: physical, social, intellectual, creative and spiritual. Modifies activities to suit the needs of specific groups.Provides patients with activity resources, supplies and equipment, as needed. Requests needed supplies and equipment in a timely manner, as needed.Helps patients learn social skills needed to become or remain independent.Performs all documentation such as assessments and progress notes in a timely manner.Helps to develop and maintain departmental resources, sharing the responsibility to monitor equipment and supplies.EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/SKILL REQUIREMENTS:Bachelor's Degree in Specific Discipline in Therapeutic Recreation, Recreational Therapy or related field is required. Master’s degree preferred.One or more years’ experience in recreation in a healthcare setting with knowledge of patient population served by the facility is required.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.WORK LOCATION:This position is on-site at the facility and is not a remote position.Why Eagle View Behavioral Health?Eagle View Behavioral Health offers a comprehensive benefit plan and a competitive salary commensurate with experience and qualifications. Qualified candidates should apply by submitting a resume. Eagle View Behavioral Health is an EOE.Veterans and military spouses are highly encouraged to apply. Summit BHC is dedicated to serving Veterans with specialized programming at our treatment centers across the country. We recognize and value the unique strengths of the military community in supporting our mission to serve those who have served.