Mental Health Specialist/Recreation Therapist - Adult Inpatient Behavioral Health Unit (.6 FTE [...]

Overlake Medical Center & Clinics; Bellevue (WA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

Overlake Hospital Medical Center is looking for a Mental Health Specialist/Recreation Therapist for its Adult Inpatient Behavioral Health Unit. This part-time role involves providing therapeutic recreation services, participating in treatment planning, and direct patient care. The ideal candidate will have relevant credentials and experience in acute psychiatric settings. Join a supportive environment with comprehensive benefits and a focus on patient-centered care.

Benefits

Full benefits

Free parking

Tuition reimbursement up to $10,000 per year

Generous retirement plan matching

Qualifications

• Must be Board Certified by the National Council for Therapeutic Recreation.
• Active WA state NA-R or NA-C prior to start.
• Inpatient acute psychiatric experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Facilitates group recreation therapy sessions.
• Implements and revises treatment plans for patients.
• Assesses and provides patient referrals based on treatment plans.

Skills

Customer Service

Communication

Education

B.A. or B.S. in Recreation

Bachelor’s degree required

Job description

Mental Health Specialist/Recreation Therapist - Adult Inpatient Behavioral Health Unit (.6 FTE / Days) page is loaded

Mental Health Specialist/Recreation Therapist - Adult Inpatient Behavioral Health Unit (.6 FTE / Days)

Apply locations Bellevue, WA time type Part time posted on Posted Today job requisition id R-9153

Welcome to a medical center where you're the center of attention.

Pay range:

$27.45 - $51.86

We are currently seeking a Recreational Therapist or Mental Health Specialist to join our growing Inpatient Adult Behavioral Health Unit!

Position Overview: The Recreational Therapist (RT) is a primary member of the treatment team of the program he/she is assigned to.The RT participates in the formation, implementation, and revision of a treatment or educational plan for each patient or student within programming. The RT provides direct patient/student care and is responsible for communicating with other team members regarding students/patients' behavior and response to the treatment and/or education plan and interventions. The RT participates in the planning and development of all recreational programming within the treatment program he/she is assigned and as a collaborative member of the RT department.

Unit Overview: The Psychiatric Unit is a 14-bed acute voluntaryunit specializing in crisis intervention for adult patients. Our average length of stay is 3-5 days. ARecreational Therapistis a member of the psychiatry nursing team whose primary duties and responsibilities are to provide individualized direct care and to participate in the Interdisciplinary Program. The Recreation Therapist works under the direction of the Charge Nurse.

0.6 FTE (48 hours per biweekly pay period)

Day, 8hr Shifts

Full benefits and free parking!

Recreation Therapist:
Responsibilities

• Facilitates group recreation therapy including topics of self-care activities, balanced structure planning, relaxation techniques, stress management skills, immediate coping skills, and leisure exploration and implementation.

• Performs Life Management Skills Assessment and contributes to the formation, implementation and revision of a general educational and/or treatment plan for each patient

• Assesses for and provides patients with appropriate referrals and resources specific to the patient's treatment plan.

Qualifications

• B.A. or B.S. in Recreation from accredited school

• Must be Board Certified by the National Council for Therapeutic Recreation as a Therapeutic Recreation Specialist

• Recreational Therapist, State of Washington

• Healthcare provider CPR Certification required.

• Inpatient acute psychiatric experience preferred.

• Excellentcustomer service and communication skills/experience

Qualifications for Mental Health Specialist:

• Active WA state NA-R or NA-C prior to start date.

• Healthcare provider CPR Certification required.

• Bachelor’s degree required. Equivalent related experience may be considered in lieu of degree.

• Washington State Agency Affiliated Counselor (CG) or Substance Use Disorder Professional Certification (CP) within 6-months of hire required.

• Inpatient acute psychiatric experience preferred.

Why join Overlake?

We're proud to offer benefits that support you in every stage of your career and life. But it's our inspirational culture that has made us one of America's Top 150 places to work in healthcare for several years in a row.

• Local, visible leaders who care about you.
• A values-based work environment.
• Medical insurance premiums as low as $0 per month.
• Many Overlake services covered at 100%.
• Tuition reimbursement up to $10,000 per year.
• Generous retirement plan matching starting at 5% and increasing to 7% after five years with immediate vesting.
• Pre-tax and Roth after tax retirement savings plans.
• An expanded Employee Assistance Program.
• A caregiver support program to help with everything from childcare to eldercare.
• Free parking and Orca transit passes.

If this sounds like an environment where you'll thrive, we'd love to hear from you.

How much will this job pay?

Posted pay ranges represent the entire pay scale, from minimum to maximum. For jobs with more than one level, the posted range reflects the minimum of the lowest level and the maximum of the highest level. Some positions also offer additional pay based on shift, certification or level of education. Job offers are determined based on a candidate's years of relevant experience and internal equity.

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Overlake Medical Center is a 349-bed, nonprofit regional medical center offering a full range of advanced medical services to the Puget Sound region. Led by a volunteer board of trustees,we employ nearly 3,000 people and have some 1,000 active and courtesy providers on our medical staff, including more than 200 providers who are employed by the organization.

We were the first Level III Trauma Center on the Eastside and we are known for providing award-winning, compassionate and patient-centered care. Our commitment to maintaining the highest standards in medical care is a major reason our patients and their families choose Overlake. It is also the reason why we've received manyawards and recognitions both regionally and nationally.

Overlake was started by community volunteers, and still depends upon volunteers to support the operations of the hospital. Find out more aboutvolunteer opportunities .

Overlake has a variety ofpublicationsthat you can receive in your home for added health and wellness information in addition to ourannual report.

We also produce acommunity health needs assessment (CHNA) and Implementation Strategyto help us outline how the hospital will give back to the community in the form of health care and other community health services to address unmet community needs.

For questions and comments related to CHNA, pleaseemail us.

COVID-19 vaccination requirement: After October 18, 2021 all Washington state healthcare employees, contractors and volunteers will be required to provide proof of full COVID-19 immunization as a condition of employment. You must provide this proof before your first day of employment with Overlake. Please remember to bring your COVID-19 immunization card to your pre-hire health screening with our Employee Health team.