PRN Weekend Recreational Therapist

Ventura Services Florida; Zachary (LA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

Progressive PHP of Seaside Health System seeks a PRN Weekend Recreational Therapist to provide therapeutic activities for patients on Saturdays and Sundays. This per-diem role involves assessments, planning, and coordinating group activities within an interdisciplinary team.

The position requires a Bachelor's degree in Therapeutic Recreation, strong communication skills, and computer literacy. CPR and CPI certifications are expected; weekend availability is essential for patient engagement and

Qualifications

• High School Graduate / Equivalent.
• Bachelor's degree in Therapeutic Recreation from an accredited college/university.
• Must possess good verbal and written communication skills.
• Must be computer literate.
• Must be willing to help others, take directions well, and accept constructive criticism.
• Occasional transportation of patients to afternoon outings in company vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Provides patient care through recreational therapy and leisure services (40%).
• Provides treatment planning and documentation of care (30%).
• Maintains an appropriate level of psychiatric theories and practices (10%).
• Assists in coordination of the operation of the Recreational Therapy department of the facility (15%).
• Other duties as assigned/required (5%).
• Document patient's course in treatment, progress, and response to treatment.
• Supervise and orient Therapeutic Recreational intern students when needed.
• Collect, analyze, and present quality assurance data for the activity department.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Computer literacy

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Therapeutic Recreation

Tools

CPR certification

CPI certification

Job description

PRN Weekend Recreational Therapist

Job Summary:

As a PRN Weekend Recreational Therapist with Progressive PHP of Seaside Health System, you will play a vital role in providing recreational therapy services to our patients on a weekend basis. Our team is committed to delivering exceptional care and creating a supportive environment for our patients to achieve their goals. This is a per-diem position, with flexibility to work weekends, Saturday and Sunday.

Responsibilities:

• Provide patient care through recreational therapy and leisure services, including daytime, evening, indoor, outdoor, and holiday events
• Conduct patient assessments to determine level of functioning, leisure independence, and recreational interests
• Organize and implement regular group activities to facilitate social integration and leisure time activities
• Document patient's course in treatment, progress, and response to treatment
• Participate as an active member of the inter-disciplinary treatment team in patient care conferences, charting, and informal updates
• Maintain current certification in CPR and CPI
• Assist in coordination of the operation of the Recreational Therapy department of the facility
• Supervise and orient Therapeutic Recreational intern students when needed
• Collect, analyze, and present quality assurance data for the activity department

Requirements:

• High School Graduate / Equivalent
• Bachelor's degree in Therapeutic Recreation from an accredited college/university
• Must possess good verbal and written communication skills
• Must be computer literate
• Must be willing to help others, take directions well, and accept constructive criticism
• Occasional transportation of patients to afternoon outings in company vehicle

Essential Job Duties: (Percentage of Time)

• Provides patient care through recreational therapy and leisure services (40%)
• Provides treatment planning and documentation of care (30%)
• Maintains an appropriate level of psychiatric theories and practices (10%)
• Assists in coordination of the operation of the Recreational Therapy department of the facility (15%)
• Other duties as assigned/required (5%)

Guidance Requirement:

Direct supervision given with specific/detailed instructions provided.

Physical Effort Requirement:

Frequent/strenuous physical effort (e.g., lifting, moving heavy objects, etc.)