Activity Therapist PRN

Acadia Healthcare; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 2,755,000 - 4,133,000; Full time

Job summary

Acadia Healthcare seeks an Activity Therapist to plan, direct and implement activity therapy within the patientf treatment plan in a healthcare setting. The role focuses on therapy activities, social skills, and well-being, with emphasis on patient safety and compassionate care.

The position requires a Bachelor's in Therapeutic Recreation or related field, 3+ years in healthcare recreation, and CPR/DE/ restraint certs; Masters preferred and CTRS or licensure preferred. PRN shifts offered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor7s Degree in Therapeutic Recreation, Recreational Therapy or related field is required.
• Master7s degree preferred.
• Three or more years7 experience in recreation in a healthcare setting is required.
• CTRS or certification in the area of specialty or clinical licensure with expressive therapy certification is required.
• CPR and de-escalation and restraint certification is required.

Responsibilities

• Complete activity assessment through patient observation and interviews.
• Plan, organize and direct activities within the treatment program to meet goals.
• Plan and implement activities including therapeutic leisure skills and education.
• Lead activity sessions to improve mental and physical well-being.
• Instruct patients in activities such as sports, dance, music, art or relaxation techniques.
• Develop treatment plans and interventions matching patient needs and interests.
• Engage patients in therapeutic activities and community outings.
• Demonstrate a positive, empathetic and professional attitude and address patient concerns.

Education

Bachelor7s Degree in Therapeutic Recreation, Recreational Therapy or related field

Master7s degree preferred

Job description

Purpose Statement

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

This position is PRN.

Purpose Statement

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

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.

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.

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 an individual’s characteristics protected by applicable state, federal and local laws.