Healing Arts Therapist

Harboroaks; Wilmington (NC); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Harboroaks in Wilmington, North Carolina, is seeking an Activity Therapist to plan and implement therapy programs as part of patient treatment plans. Responsibilities include conducting patient assessments, leading activity sessions, and modifying activities for various patient needs. Candidates must hold a Bachelor's Degree in Therapeutic Recreation or a related field, and certification as a Therapeutic Recreation Specialist is preferred. This role is an excellent opportunity for those passionate about improving patient well-being through recreational activities.

Qualifications

• Must possess a Bachelor's Degree in Therapeutic Recreation, Recreational Therapy, or a related field.
• Three or more years’ experience in a healthcare recreation setting is required.
• Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS) or certification in a specialty area is required.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement activity therapy programs for patient treatment.
• Complete activity assessments through patient observation.
• Lead activity sessions to improve patient mental and physical well-being.

Skills

Therapeutic Recreation

Patient care

Social skills development

Empathetic communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Therapeutic Recreation or related field

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

CPR certification

Certification in expressive therapy

Job description

Overview

PURPOSE STATEMENT:

Plan, direct and implement activity therapy programs as a component of the patient’s treatment plan.

Responsibilities

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Complete activity assessment through patient observation and patient/family interview, obtaining information on the patient’s needs, skills, interests and limitations for the development and implementation of the treatment plan.
• Plan, organize, direct and implement the activities within the treatment program to facilitate patient progress with treatment goals.
• Plan and implement an activities program including but not limited to therapeutic leisure skills and activities, leisure education and leisure awareness.
• Facilitate and lead activity sessions to improve patient mental and physical well-being.
• Instruct patients in activities and techniques, such such as sports, dance, music, art or relaxation techniques designed to meet their specific needs.
• Develop treatment plans and implement activity interventions that meet patient needs and interests and help the patient achieve his/her treatment goals.
• Engage patients in therapeutic activities, such as exercise, games and community outings.
• Help patients learn social skills needed to become or remain independent.
• Modify activities to suit the needs of specific groups.
• Demonstrate a positive, empathetic and professional attitude towards customers always. When patient needs are not met, acknowledge and work to resolve complaints. Recognize that patient safety is a top priority.

OTHER FUNCTIONS:

• Perform other functions and tasks as assigned.

Qualifications

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/SKILL REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor's Degree in Therapeutic Recreation, Recreational Therapy or related field required.
• Master’s degree preferred.

• Three or more years’ experience in recreation in a healthcare setting with knowledge of patient population served by the facility required.
• Previous experience in recreation in a healthcare setting is preferred.

LICENSES/DESIGNATIONS/CERTIFICATIONS:

• Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS) or currently in the process of obtaining national certification; OR certified in the area of specialty (Art, Dance, Music, etc.) OR clinical professional licensure (LCPC, LPC, etc.) with certification in expressive therapy area required.
• CPR and de-escalation and restraint certification required (training available upon hire and offered by facility).

This job description is intended to be an accurate reflection of the requirements of the job, management reserves the right to add or remove duties from particular jobs when circumstances (e.g. emergencies, changes in workload, rush jobs or technological developments) dictate.

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