Activity Therapist PRN, Behavioral Health

Lifepoint Health; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 28,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

WellBridge Healthcare Fort Worth is seeking an Activity Therapist to deliver individualized recreational therapy services within a behavioral health hospital in Fort Worth, TX. You will assess patients, set therapeutic goals, and coordinate group activities to enhance socialization and well-being.

The role requires a Bachelor's in Recreational Therapy, Texas licensure as a RT, CTRS certification, and CPR plus de-escalation training or completion within 30 days of hire.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Recreational Therapy is required.
• Current Texas license to practice as a Recreational Therapist; CTRS certification preferred.
• CPR and de-escalation certification required or obtained within 30 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Conducts assessments and establishes recreation therapy goals tailored to individual patient needs.
• Evaluates patient progress and effectiveness of interventions.
• Coordinates recreational activities for groups to promote socialization and engagement.
• Educates patients and families about leisure activities and local resources.

Skills

CTRS Certification

Texas Licensed Recreational Therapist

CPR Certification

De-escalation Certification

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Recreational Therapy

Job description

Schedule: PRN

Your experience matters

WellBridge Healthcare Fort Worth is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As an Activity Therapist joining our team, you're embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier®. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.

How you'll contribute

An Activity Therapist who excels in this role:

• Conducts assessments and establishes recreational therapy treatment goals and objectives to meet the individual needs of patients.
• Evaluates each patient's progress and the effectiveness of recreational therapy interventions.
• Coordinates therapeutic recreation activities for both large and small groups to observe patient response and encourage socialization.
• Provides patient and patients family with information regarding leisure life styles and creates an awareness of recreational resources within the community.

What we're looking for

Applicants should have a Bachelor's Degree in Recreational Therapy (required).

Additional requirements include:

• Current Recreational Therapist license to practice in the state of Texas; Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS)
• CPR and De-escalation certification required or obtain within 30 days of hire

More about WellBridge Healthcare Fort Worth

WellBridge Healthcare Fort Worth is a behavioral health hospital offering exceptional care to the Fort Worth, TX community.

EEOC Statement

"WellBridge Healthcare Fort Worth is an Equal Opportunity Employer. WellBridge Healthcare Fort Worth is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment."

Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier. Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post-acute care facilities. We believe that success is achieved through talented people. We want to create places where employees want to work, with opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a difference in communities across the country.