Geriatric Recreation Therapist | Wellness & Programs

Bethesda Group; Colorado Springs (CO); Presencial; USD 33 000 - 38 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

Medical and Prescription Drug

Dental

Vision Care

Wellness Program

Telemedicine Program

Flexible Spending Accounts

Health Savings Account

Company Paid Long-Term Disability

Voluntary Life Insurance

Voluntary Short-Term Disability

Accidental Injury Insurance

Critical Illness

Hospital Indemnity

403(b) Savings Plan

Legal Shield and IDShield

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Paid Time-Off plan

Resumo da oferta

Bethesda Group in Colorado Springs is seeking a Recreation Therapist to develop and implement an outcomes-based program tailored to geriatric care plans. You will perform assessments, create engaging activities, and document progress in alignment with care goals.

The role requires a BS in Recreation/Therapeutic Recreation, CTRS certification, and experience with care plans and interdepartmental collaboration.

Qualificações

• BS Degree in Recreation/Therapeutic Recreation required.
• CTRS (Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist) required.
• One year of health care experience with a geriatric population.
• Minimum 2 years solid program development and implementation preferred.
• Knowledge of the principles, practices, standards, and techniques of Recreation Therapy.
• Solid background in the care plan process doing assessments, identifying potential problem areas, developing subsequent goals and objectives.
• Possess critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work closely with other departments to provide recreation therapy co-treatments/interventions as needed.
• Demonstrates effective conflict management skills during situations with clients, co-workers and family members while maintaining professionalism.
• Must be a flexible team player able to identify challenges and recommend resolutions.
• Ability to work independently with minimum supervision, meeting all deadlines.
• Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills and demonstrate the ability to interact clearly and effectively with both internal and external customers.

Responsabilidades

• Assists in initial assessments and formulates initial care plans; documents regularly.
• Develops engaging programs considering participant interests and needs.
• Drives the Recreation Therapy Wellness calendar based on assessments and feedback.
• Provides recreation therapy co-treatments and interventions to other departments.
• Provides training and programmatic feedback to Recreation/Wellness staff.
• Leads and/or assists in large groups, small groups, and individual activities with enthusiasm.
• Assists in organizing special events and supplies management.
• Attends meetings regarding participant care; maintains confidentiality and safety protocols.

Conhecimentos

Critical thinking

Communication skills

Team player

Independent work

Conflict management

Flexibility

Care plan process

Documentation

Interdepartmental collaboration

Program development

Formação académica

BS Degree in Recreation/Therapeutic Recreation

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Bethesda Group in Colorado Springs is seeking a Recreation Therapist to develop and implement an outcomes-based program tailored to geriatric care plans. You will perform assessments, create engaging activities, and document progress in alignment with care goals.

The role requires a BS in Recreation/Therapeutic Recreation, CTRS certification, and experience with care plans and interdepartmental collaboration.