Psychiatric Rehabilitation Therapist – FT

Rec Therapy Today; Thornton (CO); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Danny Pettry LLC is seeking a Psychiatric Rehabilitation Therapist to join the Behavioral Health Unit on a full-time basis. The role involves facilitating multiple treatment groups with patients and handling Psych Rehab documentation including assessments and notes.

The position also requires planning and implementing special activities to support patient outcomes and recovery in a behavioral health setting.

Qualifications

• Must be certified or test eligible in Recreation, Music, Movement or Art Therapy.
• One year Behavioral Health experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Work on an adult Behavioral Health Unit, facilitating multiple treatment groups with patients.
• Responsible for all Psych Rehab documentation (Assessments, Weekly Notes, Discharge Notes, Group Notes).
• Plan and implement special activities.

Skills

Recreation Therapy

Music Therapy

Movement Therapy

Art Therapy

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Psychiatric Rehabilitation Therapist – FT

Position: Psychiatric Rehabilitation Therapist – FT

Duties: Working on adult Behavioral Health Unit, facilitate multiple treatment groups with patients, responsible for all Psych Rehab documentation (Assessments, Weekly Notes, Discharge Notes, Group Notes), planning and implementing special activities.

Requirements: Must be certified or test eligible in Recreation, Music, Movement or Art Therapy. One year Behavioral Health experience preferred.

Additional info: Immediate Openings

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