Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS) - PRN

Havenwyck Hospital; Auburn Hills (MI); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in behavioral health is seeking a Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS) to join their compassionate team. This role involves delivering Recreational Therapy services to clients of all ages, focusing on enhancing their cognitive, social, emotional, and physical well-being. The CTRS will be integral in assessing client needs, developing treatment plans, and facilitating therapeutic activities that promote healthy coping skills. If you are passionate about making a positive impact in the lives of others and thrive in a rewarding work environment, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Competitive Compensation & Generous Paid Time Off

Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Drug Plan

401(K) with company match

Career development opportunities

Free Basic Life Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Student Loan Repayment Program

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Therapeutic Recreation required.
• Certification by National Certification Board (NCTRC) required.

Responsibilities

• Provide Recreational Therapy services including assessment and treatment planning.
• Evaluate client's progress and effectiveness of therapy treatments.

Skills

Recreational Therapy

Assessment and Treatment Planning

Behavioral Health Knowledge

Coping Skills Education

Education

Bachelor Degree in Therapeutic Recreation

Job description

Responsibilities

CTRS - PRN (Contingent)

HAVENWYCK HOSPITAL (a UHS facility)

Havenwyck Hospital is a Joint Commission-accredited and licensed psychiatric hospital, overlooking Lake Galloway in Auburn Hills, Michigan. We specialize in providing comprehensive, compassionate behavioral health services to children, adolescents, and adults. It is the ultimate goal of our dedicated staff to build strength, confidence, and knowledge within each patient, in hopes that they may continue learning and understanding their needs and practicing self-care for the rest of their lives.

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS) is responsible for the provision of Recreational Therapy services, including assessment, treatment planning, therapeutic activity interventions, and discharge leisure planning. The CTRS utilizes individual and/or group activity interventions to bring about positive changes in the client's behavior, be it cognitive, social, emotional, or physical. The CTRS educates the client in healthy coping skills and available leisure resources to continue the client in post-discharge leisure planning and involvement. The CTRS will be responsible for evaluating each client's progress and the effectiveness of therapy treatment and recording the results daily. Will attend treatment team conferences to exchange information and observations with other members of the team, as well as assisting with the completion of the initial treatment plan and progress summary updates. All therapy is under the provision of services according to the current standards of practice.

BENEFIT HIGHLIGHTS:

• Challenging and rewarding work environment
• Competitive Compensation & Generous Paid Time Off
• Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Drug Plan
• 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan
• Career development opportunities within UHS and its 300+ Subsidiaries
• Free Basic Life Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• SoFi Student Loan Refinancing Program
• Student Loan Repayment Program - for some degrees and criteria

Qualifications

• Bachelor Degree in Therapeutic Recreation from an approved program required.
• Certification by National Certification Board (NCTRC) required.
• Experience in a behavioral health hospital setting preferred.
• Employee must be in good standing (evaluation/employment history, corrective action, etc.) to be considered for internal transfer.

EEO Statement

All UHS subsidiaries are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. UHS subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers and as such, openly support and fully commit to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion, and compensation of individuals without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

We believe that diversity and inclusion among our teammates is critical to our success.