Activity Therapist - PRN

Harbor Oaks Hospital; New Baltimore (MI); On-site; USD 34,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

Harbor Oaks Hospital is seeking a PRN Activity Therapist to join our team in New Baltimore, MI.

The position is non-exempt, hourly, about 32 hours per month with flexible shifts. Compensation ranges from $25.00 to $28.42 per hour, commensurate with experience and education, and offers opportunities to expand therapeutic skills.

Qualifications

• CTRS certification or in process, or specialty certification or clinical licensure in expressive therapy.
• CPR and de-escalation and restraint certification is required.
• First aid may be required per state/facility requirements.
• We are committed to equal employment opportunities for all applicants.

Responsibilities

• Plan, direct and implement activity therapy programs as part of the patient’s treatment plan.
• Complete activity assessment through observation and patient/family interview to inform treatment.
• Plan and implement activities within the program to facilitate patient progress.
• Lead and facilitate 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 activity interventions that meet patient needs and goals.
• Engage patients in therapeutic activities 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; address complaints and prioritize patient safety.

Skills

CTRS certification

De-escalation training

CPR certification

First aid

Job description

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

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

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

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.

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 equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment regardless of an individual’s characteristics protected by applicable state, federal and local laws.