Director of Recreation/Activity Therapy

UHS; San Antonio (TX); Sur place; USD 60 000 - 90 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Free meals

Employee Recharge Massage Zone

Competitive Compensation

Generous Paid Time Off

Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision Plans

401(K) with company match

Tuition assistance

Résumé du poste

An established industry player in behavioral health is seeking a dedicated Recreation Director to lead therapeutic services. This role involves overseeing a team of therapists to enhance patient care through innovative recreational activities. With a focus on improving patients' social, physical, and cognitive functions, you will be responsible for program development and supervision. Join a collaborative environment that values diversity and inclusion, and where your expertise will directly impact the lives of those in need. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to a leading healthcare provider in a vibrant community.

Qualifications

• Master's degree required in Social Work, Counseling, or Psychology.
• Certifications in Therapeutic Recreation and Music Therapy preferred.

Responsabilités

• Develop and implement Specialized Therapeutic Services for patients.
• Supervise therapy staff and document patient progress.

Connaissances

Supervision

Therapeutic Recreation

Program Development

Patient Care

Formation

Master's degree in Social Work

Master's degree in Counseling

Master's degree in Psychology

Outils

Assessment Tools

Inventory Management Systems

Description du poste

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Since 1987, Laurel Ridge Treatment Center has been the premier provider of specialized behavioral health and addictive disease services in San Antonio and South Texas. Our 330-bed facility is one of the largest freestanding psychiatric hospitals in the United States. Set on a therapeutic 29-acre campus in north central San Antonio, Laurel Ridge serves as the setting for the treatment of children, adolescents, young adults, adults, veterans, and military personnel. Laurel Ridge’s comprehensive programs treat disorders such as bipolar disorder, psychological trauma, PTSD, depression, anxiety, mental illnesses, and addictive diseases such as alcoholism, drug addiction, and substance abuse.

Laurel Ridge Treatment Center is part of one of the nation’s largest and most respected hospital companies, Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS). UHS has been recognized as one of the World’s Most Admired Companies by Fortune for 10 years in a row.

Universal Health Services (UHS)

One of the nation’s largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, Universal Health Services, Inc. has built an impressive record of achievement and performance. Growing steadily since its inception into an esteemed Fortune 500 corporation, our annual revenues were $10.77 billion in 2018. In 2020, UHS was again recognized as one of the World’s Most Admired Companies by Fortune; in 2019, ranked #293 on the Fortune 500; and in 2017, listed #275 in Forbes inaugural ranking of America’s Top 500 Public Companies. Headquartered in King of Prussia, PA, UHS has more than 87,000 employees and through its subsidiaries operates 26 acute care hospitals, 327 behavioral health facilities, 40 outpatient facilities and ambulatory care access points, an insurance offering, a physician network, and various related services in 37 U.S. states, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico, and the United Kingdom.

• Free meals
• Employee Recharge Massage Zone
• 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

Position Summary: Responsible for developing and implementing Specialized Therapeutic Services for the hospital. Provides supervision to Recreation Therapists, Music Therapists, Activity Specialists, Wellness Coordinator. Ensures recreational activities enhance patient care by improving the social, physical, and cognitive functional behavior of patients.

EDUCATION: Master's degree in Social Work, Counseling, or Psychology

LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION: National Council of Therapeutic Recreation Certification, Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS), Music Therapist Board Certified (MTBC), and Current High and Low Elements Facilitator Certification or ability to acquire within 90 days of hire.

Essential Job Duties/Responsibilities: Program and facilitate Specialized Therapeutic Services on acute and partial programs. Supervise Recreation Therapists, Music Therapists, Activity Specialists, and Lifeguards as needed. Document services including assessments, Master Treatment Plans, and daily Progress Notes. Co-sign documents prepared by Activity Specialists. Develop and monitor QPI of the department quarterly. Maintain inventory, supplies, and equipment. Schedule use of recreational facilities. Manage all responsibilities related to the Challenge Course. Supervise Special Events provided by the STS department. Perform other duties as assigned.

EEO Statement

All UHS subsidiaries are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect and equal employment opportunities for all applicants and teammates. We support and fully commit to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion, and compensation without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), genetic information, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

We believe diversity and inclusion are critical to our success.

Notice

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Seniority level

• Director

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Health Care Provider

Industries

• Hospitals and Health Care

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401(k)

Tuition assistance

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