Behavioral Health Recreational Therapist: Creative Therapy

Baptist Health; Richmond (KY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Vision Insurance

Dental Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Maternity/Paternity Leave

Paid Time Off

Bereavement Leave

PTO Sell Back

Compassionate Leave

Job summary

Baptist Health Richmond is seeking a Recreational Therapist for a full-time, days-shift position. The role focuses on providing recreational therapy to inpatients with mental health and substance use challenges, guiding patients through individual and group activities to improve daily living and overall well-being.

The candidate will collaborate with the treatment team, plan events, maintain records, and provide discharge planning resources.

Qualifications

• Bachelor in Recreation Management or related field is required.
• Crisis intervention certifications and de-escalation training as assigned.
• Experience in mental health or acute healthcare setting preferred; ability to document in EMR.

Responsibilities

• Create individual and group recreational goals and activities for patients.
• Lead sessions through creative activities and techniques.
• Collaborate with treatment team and healthcare professionals as needed.
• Plan, organize and oversee all recreational events and activities.
• Maintain treatment plans, progress notes and documentation.
• Educate patients on community recreational resources for discharge planning.

Skills

Communication

Empathy

Crisis intervention

Education

Bachelor in Recreation Management

Master's Degree Pref

Job description

Baptist Health Richmond is seeking a Recreational Therapist for a full-time, days-shift position. The role focuses on providing recreational therapy to inpatients with mental health and substance use challenges, guiding patients through individual and group activities to improve daily living and overall well-being.

The candidate will collaborate with the treatment team, plan events, maintain records, and provide discharge planning resources.