CTRS Recreation Therapist, FT, Sun. thru Thurs. or Tues. thru Sat.

Universal Hospital Services Inc.; Denton (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K match

Student loan refinancing

Tuition reimbursement

Career development

Pet insurance

Medical plan

Dental plan

Vision plan

Paid time off

Job summary

University Behavioral Health of Denton is a private freestanding psychiatric hospital serving North Texas. The Recreation Therapist will plan and implement activity services as part of the interdisciplinary team, guiding patient care and modeling positive interactions.

This full-time role requires evening and weekend availability to align with patient needs and program scheduling, with opportunities for growth within UHS and its subsidiaries.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or master's degree in recreation therapy or related therapeutic discipline.
• CPR certification and state certification/licensure (CTRS or equivalent) preferred.
• One year of related experience in psychiatric patient care preferred.
• Successful completion of CPR de-escalation and restraint training before procedures.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement activity therapy for assigned patient caseload.
• Observe patients, document interventions, and align care with the treatment plan.
• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary treatment team to support goals.

Skills

CPR Certification

De-escalation training

Observation skills

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Recreation Therapy or related field

Tools

CTRS licensure

Job description

Responsibilities

University Behavioral Health of Denton is a private freestanding psychiatric hospital specializing in mental health and chemical dependency care. Serving North Texas and surrounding areas, UBH Denton has provided a range of programs treating mental health illnesses and substance abuse issues since 2005. Our inpatient and outpatient psychiatric services offer supportive and compassionate care for adolescents and adults with specialty programs that are tailored to meet the needs of our patients.

This is an exciting opportunity to work in an environment that puts patient care first while also having the opportunity to grow, learn, and advance in your career.

Website: www.ubhdenton.com

Shift: Full-Time, Sun. thru Thurs. or Tues. thru Sat., Evening & Weekend Availability Required

Position Summary

The Recreation Therapist is responsible for planning and implementing activity services for assigned program, which involves defining and implementing treatment goals as a member of the interdisciplinary treatment team and providing continuous patient care, observation, interaction and role modeling to patients.

Job Duties/Responsibilities:

• Demonstrate responsibility for observation and application of sound judgement in patients physical and mental condition needs.
• Ensure timely documentation of interventions and ensure interventions are based on the patiens plan of care.
• Plan and implement activity therapy for assigned patient case load within the facility.

Benefit & Rewards Highlights:

• 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 savings to continue your nursing education with Chamberlain University
• Career development opportunities within UHS and its 300+ Subsidiaries!
• Pet Insurance
• More information is available on our Benefits Guest Website: benefits.uhsguest.com

About Universal Health Services

Headquartered in King of Prussia, PA, Universal Health Services, Inc. (NYSE: UHS) is one of the nation’s largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services. Since our founding in 1979, UHS has grown steadily into a premier Fortune 500® corporation perennially recognized by multiple esteemed national rating entities. Through its subsidiaries, UHS operates inpatient acute care facilities, inpatient behavioral health facilities, outpatient and other facilities, nationwide virtual behavioral health services, an insurance offering, a physician network and various related services with physical locations in the U.S., Puerto Rico, Ireland and United Kingdom. www.uhs.com.

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Qualifications

Education: Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university in Occupational, Art, Music, or Recreation therapy, humanities, social work or related therapeutic discipline, or a Masters degree in Art Therapy, preferred.

Experience: One (1) year of related experience, with knowledge of psychiatric patient care techniques with understanding of mental illness, preferred.

Licensure: Requires certification or licensure by state and/or national governing body in of the following areas: art, occupational, recreation (CTRS) or music therapy.

Additional Requirements: Successful completion of CPR Certification and successful completion of HWC de-escalation and restraint training prior to assisting with a restraining procedure. May be required to work flexible hours.

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.