Activity Therapist - PRN

Acadia Healthcare; New Baltimore (MI); Presencial; USD 34 000 - 39 000; Tempo parcial

Resumo da oferta

Harbor Oaks Hospital is seeking a PRN Activity Therapist to join our team on a part-time, PRN basis. The role involves planning, directing and implementing activity therapy programs as part of the patient’s treatment plan. This is a Non Exempt Hourly position offering about 32 hours per month with flexible shift options.

Compensation ranges from $25.00 to $28.42 per hour, based on experience and education. For more information, contact Ann at 586-330-5223.

Qualificações

• Plan, direct and implement activity therapy programs as part of the patient’s treatment plan.
• Non Exempt Hourly Position.
• Approximately 32 hours per month with flexible shifts.

Responsabilidades

• Complete activity assessments from patient observation and interviews.
• Plan and direct activities to support treatment goals.
• Lead sessions for therapeutic leisure skills, education and awareness.
• Facilitate activities to improve mental and physical well-being.
• Instruct patients in activities such as sports, dance, music, art or relaxation techniques.
• Develop and implement activity interventions aligned to patient needs.
• Engage patients in therapeutic activities and community outings.
• Help patients develop social skills for independence.
• Modify activities for groups as needed.
• Maintain a positive and professional attitude and address patient concerns.

Conhecimentos

Assessment

Activity planning

Program implementation

Patient engagement

Leisure therapy

Formação académica

CTRS Certification (in progress)

CPR certification

De-escalation training

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Overview

Harbor Oaks Hospital is looking for a PRN Activity Therapistto join our team.

Rate of Pay: $25.00 - $28.42 per hour (based on experience and education)

For more information call Ann at 586-330-5223

This is a great part time position for a therapist looking to expand their technical skills. Approximately 32 hour a month. (Flexible - Pick Your Shift)

What you will do as a PRN Activity Therapist: Plan, direct and implement activity therapy programs as a component of the patient’s treatment plan.

Non Exempt Hourly Position

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.

Qualifications

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.
• We are committed to providing equalemployment opportunities to all applicants for employment regardless of an individual’s characteristics protected by applicable state, federal and local laws.