ACTIVITY THERAPIST PRN

The Meadows Psychiatric Center; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading psychiatric center seeks an Activity Therapist dedicated to providing exceptional patient care through individualized and group therapy treatments. The role offers a collaborative environment within a multidisciplinary team and promises significant career development opportunities. Ideal candidates will possess strong interpersonal skills, relevant qualifications, and the ability to communicate effectively.

Benefits

New & Improved wages

Challenging and rewarding work environment

Competitive Compensation & Generous Paid Time Off

Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plans

401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan

SoFi Student Loan Refinancing Program

Tuition Reimbursement and Assistance

Diverse programming to expand your experience

Career development opportunities within UHS and its 300+ Subsidiaries

Qualifications

• Minimum one year experience working in a psychiatric setting.
• Ability to function well in a multidisciplinary team.
• Good overall interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide high quality patient care through assessment and therapy.
• Participate as a member of the multidisciplinary treatment team.
• Engage in community relations program.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication (verbal and written)

Education

4 year degree in recreation therapy or related field

Master's in art therapy, dance therapy, or music therapy

Certification through National Council of Therapeutic Recreation Certification

Job description

The Activity Therapist is responsible for providing high quality patient care, displaying good skills in assessment, treatment planning, group and individual therapy treatments. The Activity Therapist is responsible to function well as a member of the multidisciplinary treatment team and participate in the community relations program.

Benefits for Full-Time include :

• New & Improved wages
• Challenging and rewarding work environment
• Competitive Compensation & Generous Paid Time Off
• Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plans
• 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan
• SoFi Student Loan Refinancing Program
• Tuition Reimbursement and Assistance
• Diverse programming to expand your experience and energize your career
• Career development opportunities within UHS and its 300+ Subsidiaries!

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Qualifications

• 4 year degree in recreation therapy or related field required. Master's in art therapy, dance therapy, or music therapy preferred.
• Certification through National Council of Therapeutic Recreation Certification preferred.
• Minimum one year experience working in a psychiatric setting.
• Good overall interpersonal skills. Ability to function well as a member of a multidisciplinary team. Ability to represent the program well in internactions both inside and outside of the hospital. Able to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing.