Part-Time Recreation Therapist - Inpatient Behavioral Health (Weekends)

Universal Health Services; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Compensation

Generous Paid Time Off

Medical, Dental, Vision Plans

401(K) with company match

SoFi Student Loan Refinancing Program

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Hill Crest Behavioral Health is seeking a Part-time Every Other Weekend Recreation-Activity Therapist to lead groups and activities across inpatient and residential settings in Birmingham, AL. The role promotes mental health, wellness, recovery, and strength development, working alongside primary therapy for better outcomes.

The position requires a Bachelor's in Recreational Therapy (Master's preferred) with CTRS preferred, CPR/Handle With Care training, and availability for orientation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Recreational Therapy is required.
• Master's Degree is preferred.
• Minimum of 3 years recreation/activity therapy in an inpatient setting is highly preferred.
• Current CTRS is preferred.
• Must complete and maintain CPR and Handle With Care Training.
• Must have aggression management, crisis intervention, and restraint training.

Responsibilities

• Lead adjunctive groups and activities across inpatient, residential, and group home settings.
• Promote mental health, wellness, recovery, and development of strengths.
• Deliver adjunctive therapy alongside primary therapy to improve outcomes.

Skills

Recreation Therapy

CTRS/CTRS Preferred

CPR/Handle With Care Training

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Recreational Therapy

Master's Degree preferred

Tools

CPR Training

Handle With Care Training

Job description

Hill Crest Behavioral Health is seeking a Part-time Every Other Weekend Recreation-Activity Therapist to lead groups and activities across inpatient and residential settings in Birmingham, AL. The role promotes mental health, wellness, recovery, and strength development, working alongside primary therapy for better outcomes.

The position requires a Bachelor's in Recreational Therapy (Master's preferred) with CTRS preferred, CPR/Handle With Care training, and availability for orientation.