Expressive Therapist - Per Diem

Hospital for Behavioral Medicine; Worcester (MA); On-site; USD 39,778 - 56,653; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Cafeteria on site + discounted meals

Employee engagement events

Employee assistance program

Employee recognition program

Free parking

Career & training development opportunities

Job summary

Hospital for Behavioral Medicine in Worcester is looking for an Expressive Therapist - Per Diem to plan and implement therapy services for patients. This role involves documenting patient progress, applying crisis intervention techniques, and ensuring patient care in collaboration with a multidisciplinary team.

Qualified candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field and experience in psychiatric care. The position offers a competitive pay of $35.00 per hour, with various employee benefits including a diverse work environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of one year related experience preferred.
• Successful completion of CPR Certification required.
• Experience in psychiatric patient care techniques essential.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement activity services for assigned programs.
• Observe and document patient conditions and behavior changes.
• Provide assessment in psychosocial/leisure skills development.

Skills

Knowledge of psychiatric patient care techniques

Ability to work with diverse patient populations

Crisis intervention techniques

Strong communication skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Occupational, Recreation Therapy or related field

Certification or licensure in occupational or recreation therapy

Job description

Join our team as an Expressive Therapist - Per Diem

Your Work Matters

How will you make a difference? The Expressive 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.

• The Expressive Therapist demonstrates responsibility for observation and application of sound judgment in patients' physical and mental condition/needs.
• Observe and document changes in patients' appearance, behavior, and ability to work towards treatment plan goals.
• Communicate changes in patient's condition to Charge Nurse or Program Director.
• Provides assessment in psychosocial/leisure and recreational skills development/deficiency.
• Ensure timely documentation of interventions and ensure interventions are based on the patient's plan of care.
• Apply appropriate crisis intervention techniques, as required.
• Assist patients in achieving their optimum level of independent functioning.
• Document services rendered in accordance with established criteria.

Your Experience Matters: What We’re Looking For

• Education: Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university in Occupational, Recreation therapy, humanities, social work or related therapeutic discipline, or a Masters degree preferred.
• Licensure: Certification or licensure by state and/or national governing body in of the following areas: occupational or recreation preferred.
• Experience: One (1) year of related experience, with knowledge of psychiatric patient care techniques with understanding of mental illness, preferred.
• Additional Skill Requirements: Successful completion of CPR Certification and successful completion of Preventative Management Aggressive Behavior Training prior to assisting with a restraining procedure and within 30 days of employment. May be required to work overtime and flexible hours.

Your Care Matters: What We Provide For Our Team

• Cafeteria on site + discounted meals
• Employee engagement events
• Employee assistance program
• Employee recognition program
• Free parking

What Sets Us Apart?

• Career & training development opportunities
• Dynamic and inclusive work environment
• Engaged management team dedicated to your success
• A guiding mission and set of values that serve as both our north star and yours, anchoring our collective purpose and aspirations

Disclaimer: Select benefits are available to full-time positions only. Benefits are subject to change at the discretion of Hospital for Behavioral Medicine.

Compensation

This is a per diem role and the expected compensation for this role is $35.00/hourly. We’re eager to engage with all qualified candidates, and consideration will be provided to experience and skill level. Join us as our Expressive Therapist - Per Diem!

At Hospital for Behavioral Medicine, we value a diverse, inclusive workforce and provide equal employment opportunities for all applicants and employees. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status, pregnancy, parental status, genetic information, political affiliation, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities.