Cert Recreation Therapist - Long Term Care - (Mon - Fri, 8a - 4:30p)

University Health; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

University Health Truman Medical Center in Kansas City, Missouri, seeks a Certified Recreation Therapist for a full-time Long Term Care role operating 8:00 AM–4:30 PM. The position supports a 40‑hour work week at UH Lakewood Medical Center.

Responsibilities include evaluating residents, designing TR plans, mentoring interns, and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to enhance residents’ physical, cognitive, social, and emotional well-being.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Therapeutic Recreation.
• CTRS or other professional discipline certification required.
• Verbal communication skills to lead activities.
• Written communication skills for required documentation.
• Maintain current BCLS or HeartSavers certification if department requires.
• Fleet Driving Safety and Compliance Policy requirements must be met.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate residents, develop individualized Therapeutic Recreation plans, document progress, and modify interventions based on resident needs.
• Plan and facilitate individual and group therapeutic recreation programs using various modalities.
• Participate in multidisciplinary care plan meetings and communicate resident progress and treatment plans.
• Collaborate with the TR team on department planning, operations, and service delivery.
• Maintain equipment and supplies and ensure a safe, clean environment.
• Provide supervision and mentorship to TR interns, assistants, volunteers, and non-certified recreation therapists.
• Maintain professional knowledge and stay current with advances in Therapeutic Recreation.
• Promote quality improvement, patient and staff safety, cultural diversity, and age-appropriate care.
• Provide courteous, respectful service while meeting residents' physical, psychosocial, educational, and safety needs.
• Maintain compliance with applicable regulations, standards, and organizational policies.

Education

Bachelor's in Therapeutic Recreation

Verbal communication

Written communication

CTRS certification or equivalent

Fleet driving safety compliance

BCLS/HeartSavers certification

Job description

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Cert Recreation Therapist - Long Term Care - (Mon - Fri, 8a - 4:30p)101 Truman Medical Center

Job LocationUH Lakewood Medical CenterKansas City, Missouri

DepartmentLong Term Care Unit UHLMC

Position TypeFull time

Work Schedule8:00AM - 4:30PM

Hours Per Week40

Job Description

Plans and implements Therapeutic Recreation interventions to enhance residents' physical, cognitive, social, and emotional well-being and support daily living and community functioning. Provides mentoring and leadership to non-certified recreation therapists and may assist with supervising TR students. Works independently with limited supervisior

Key Responsibilities

• Evaluate residents, develop individualized Therapeutic Recreation plans, document progress, and modify interventions based on resident needs and responses.
• Plan and facilitate individual and group therapeutic recreation programs using a variety of modalities.
• Participate in multidisciplinary care plan meetings and communicate resident progress, needs, and treatment plans.
• Collaborate with the TR team on department planning, operations, and effective service delivery.
• Maintain equipment and supplies and help ensure a safe, clean, and comfortable environment.
• Provide supervision and mentorship to TR interns, assistants, volunteers, and non-certified recreation therapists.
• Maintain professional knowledge and stay current with advances in Therapeutic Recreation.
• Promote quality improvement, patient and staff safety, cultural diversity, and age-appropriate care.
• Provide courteous, respectful service while meeting residents' physical, psychosocial, educational, and safety needs.
• Maintain compliance with applicable regulations, standards, and organizational policies.

Minimum Requirements

• Graduation from college program with major in Therapeutic Recreation.
• Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS), or other professional discipline certification when used in Recreation Therapy activities. Must maintain current certification for continued employment.
• Verbal communication skills required to lead therapeutic activities.
• Written communication skills required to complete required documentation.
• If required by the department or program, must maintain current BCLS or HeartSavers certification.
• If driving is a requirement for the employee, he/she must meet the requirements specified in the Fleet Driving Safety and Compliance Policy and must continue to meet these requirements as a condition of employment.

Preferred Qualifications

• One year experience preferred.

If you're passionate about helping older adults stay engaged, connected, and active, join our team as a Certified Recreation Therapist and make a meaningful difference in the lives of our LTC residents.