LEAD RECREATION THERAPIST

Universal Health Services; Phoenix (AZ); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Valley Hospital in Phoenix seeks a Lead Music, Art Recreation Therapist to lead therapeutic services within our psychiatric program. You will work as part of the interdisciplinary treatment team, defining and implementing treatment goals and providing continuous patient care.

The role requires a Bachelor's or Master's in a relevant field, clinical experience in psychiatric settings, CPR and SAMA training, and flexibility to work overtime as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Music/ Recreation Therapy or related field, or Master's in Art or Occupational Therapy.
• Two years of related experience in psychiatric patient care.
• State or national licensure in Music, Art, Recreation, or related therapy, or eligibility within 6 months.
• CPR certification required prior to hire.
• SAMA training completed prior to restraining procedures.
• Overtime and flexible hours may be required.

Responsibilities

• Lead MART therapist duties to plan and implement therapeutic services.
• Collaborate as part of interdisciplinary treatment team.
• Provide continuous patient care, observation, and role modeling.

Skills

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Observation and patient care

Role modeling

CPR readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Music or Recreation Therapy or related discipline; or Master's in Art Therapy or Occupational Therapy

Two years of related psychiatric patient care experience

Licensure/certification in Music, Art, Recreation, or Music Therapy, or eligibility to obtain within 6 months

CPR Certification

SAMA training completion

Job description

Responsibilities

Valley Hospital is built on three core principles, outstanding care, compassionate people and unparalleled service. We are a private 122 bed psychiatric hospital specializing in mental health care and chemical dependency counseling services. Valley Hospital is centrally located with easy access to many areas of greater Phoenix. We are between North 35th and 36th Streets with East Earl to our north and East Thomas to our south.

Position Summary:

The Lead Music, Art Recreation, (MART) Therapist performs leadership duties as directed by the Director of MART. These duties will support the department’s goal of planning and implementing specific therapeutic 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.

Qualifications

Requirements:

• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university in Music, or Recreation Therapy, or related therapeutic discipline; or a Master’s degree in Art Therapy or Occupational Therapy
• Two (2) year of related experience, with knowledge of psychiatric patient care techniques with understanding of mental illness, preferred.
• Certification or licensure by state and/or national governing body in of the following areas:
• Music, Art, Recreation, or Music Therapy, or the ability and qualifications to obtain licensure or certification within the first 6 months of employment.
• Successful completion of CPR Certification prior to hire
• Successful completion of Preventative Management Aggressive Behavior Training (SAMA) prior to assisting with a restraining procedures.
• May be required to work overtime and flexible hours.

What do our employees value at Valley Hospital & UHS?

An environment that puts patient care first. One of the most rewarding aspects of working at Valley Hospital is providing excellent care, comfort, and security to the patients and families you treat, at their most vulnerable times. Supportive and responsive leadership. You are never alone, as you are part of a large network of leaders that routinely exchange ideas and review current topics within the industry. Having the opportunity to grow, learn, and advance in your career. There are very robust continuing education options and opportunities for skills diversification and career advancement with UHS.

www.valleyhospital-phoenix.com

BENEFIT HIGHLIGHTS:

• Challenging and rewarding work environment
• Career development opportunities within UHS and its Subsidiaries
• Competitive Compensation
• Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plan
• 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Free Basic Life Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement

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, annual revenues were $11.6 billion in 2020. In 2021, UHS was again recognized as one of the World’s Most Admired Companies by Fortune; in 2020, ranked #281 on the Fortune 500; and listed #330 in Forbes ranking of U.S.’ Largest Public Companies. Headquartered in King of Prussia, PA, UHS has 89,000 employees and through its subsidiaries operates 26 acute care hospitals, 334 behavioral health facilities, 39 outpatient facilities and ambulatory care access points, an insurance offering, a physician network and various related services located in 38 U.S. states, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico and the United Kingdom.

EEO Statemen t

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.

We believe that diversity and inclusion among our teammates is critical to our success.

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