Activity Therapist- Part Time

Universal Health Services receives; North Dakota; On-site; USD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking healthcare provider as an Activity Therapist in a brand new behavioral health unit. This role involves designing and implementing therapeutic activities tailored to patient needs, evaluating progress, and collaborating with interdisciplinary teams. You'll play a crucial part in enhancing the lives of both adult and pediatric patients through creative therapies. With a commitment to professional development and a supportive work environment, this position offers a rewarding opportunity to make a significant impact in the field of mental health. If you're passionate about helping others and possess the required qualifications, we encourage you to apply and be part of our mission to provide exceptional care.

Benefits

Competitive Compensation

Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Drug Plan

401(K) with company match

Long and Short-term Disability

Flexible Spending Accounts

Life Insurance

Career development opportunities

Tuition Assistance

Rewarding work environment

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required, Master's preferred with 3+ years of experience.
• Active ND License/Certification in relevant therapy fields.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement therapeutic activities based on patient assessments.
• Evaluate patient progress and communicate results to the treatment team.

Skills

Therapeutic Recreation

Patient Assessment

Group Therapy

Individual Therapy

Documentation

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Master's Degree

Tools

Therapeutic Techniques

Assessment Tools

Job description

Responsibilities

Activity Therapist

Horizon Health is seeking an Activity Therapist for our BRAND NEW unit called Altru Behavioral Health Center in Grand Forks, ND. This unit will be a 24 bed inpatient unit for both adult and pediatric patients. We are also planning to expand to an additional 24 beds in 2026. Altru Health System and Universal Health Services are working together in expanding inpatient behavioral health services. The Certified Recreational Therapist conducts and administers therapeutic recreation and/or activity services for the facility. We are seeking any of the following- Recreational, Occupational, Music, Art, Dance and Movement, etc. therapists.

Responsibilities:

• Designs and implements therapeutic activities for patients based on a thorough assessment of the patient’s symptom presentation, professional/referral input and all other available data.
• Evaluates and documents patients’ responses to treatment and progress towards goals, to develop and document recommendations for discharge and aftercare.
• Communicates treatment and progress results to supervisor and treatment team.
• Conducts individual and/or group sessions in accordance with state/regulatory standards, displays sufficient theoretical knowledge of effective treatment techniques.
• Provides appropriate education, resources and support for patients before, during, and after treatment.
• Evaluates and uses techniques, tools and resources to assist patients in treatment.
• Completes progress notes and assessments according to program procedures.
• Evaluates satisfaction resulting from the treatment provided and modifies or discontinues the treatment as needed and based upon patient progress, achievement of goals, lack of progress or change in condition. Reports and documents patient/client progress, achievement and changes in the treatment plan.
• Participates as an active member of the interdisciplinary and treatment teams.
• Performs other duties as assigned/required by this position.

Benefit Highlights for full-time positions:

• Competitive Compensation
• Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Drug Plan
• 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan
• Long and Short-term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts; Healthcare Savings Account
• Life Insurance
• Career development opportunities within the company
• Tuition Assistance
• Rewarding work environment – Enjoy going to work every day!

For more information, email Courtney Eble, Healthcare recruiter at [e-mail]

About Universal Health Services

One of the nation’s largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS) has built an impressive record of achievement and performance. Growing steadily since its inception into an esteemed Fortune 500 corporation, annual revenues were $14.3 billion in 2023. During 2024, UHS was again recognized as one of the World’s Most Admired Companies by Fortune; and in 2023, listed in Forbes ranking of America’s Largest Public Companies. Headquartered in King of Prussia, PA, UHS has approximately 96,700 employees and continues to grow through its subsidiaries. Operating acute care hospitals, behavioral health facilities, outpatient facilities and ambulatory care access points, an insurance offering, a physician network and various related services located all over the U.S. States, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico and the United Kingdom. www.uhs.com

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required, Master's degree preferred
• At least 3 years of related experience
• Must be a graduate of an accredited therapy program
• Active ND License/ Certification- Music, art, recreational, occupational, dance and music, etc. therapist certification

EEO Statement

All UHS subsidiaries are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. UHS subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers and as such, openly support and fully commit to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion and compensation of individuals without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

We believe that diversity and inclusion among our teammates is critical to our success.