Recreation/Activity Therapist - Psych Acute

St. Mary’s Hospital - Kankakee; Kankakee (IL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Mary’s Hospital - Kankakee is seeking an Activity Therapist to lead a therapeutic recreation program within the hospital, guiding patient engagement in activities that aid rehabilitation and socialization.

The role emphasizes facilitating expression and skills for recovery during hospitalization and after discharge. The position requires board certification in Recreation Therapy or related fields, with a preferred 1+ year experience in behavioral healthcare or rehabilitative settings.

Qualifications

• Board certification in Recreation Therapy or related field is required or certification preferred in Art Therapy/Expressive Arts Therapy.
• Bachelor or Master’s degree in Recreation Therapy, Art Therapy, Expressive Arts Therapy, or related field.
• Minimum one (1) year experience in Behavioral Healthcare, rehabilitative or SNF setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conducts a therapeutic recreation program within the hospital to facilitate rehabilitation of patients.
• Directs patient participation in activities to promote sociability, creative expression, and learning skills for use during hospitalization and after discharge.
• Create an environment that supports patient potential, positive morale, and reduces distress of illness.

Education

Board Certification in Recreation Therapy

Bachelor's or Master's in Recreation Therapy/Art Therapy/Expressive Arts Therapy

Job description

Overview

Founded in 1897, St. Mary’s Hospital in Kankakee, IL, is an 182-bed facility that has been a cornerstone of specialty and emergency care, available 24/7. We specialize in advanced surgical treatments for critical injuries and illnesses, ensuring that our care teams are attentive to your unique health needs.

St. Mary's Hospital offers a range of specialty services, including heart care, cancer treatment, stroke care, and orthopedics. With an array of minimally invasive procedures utilizing the latest robotic-assisted technology, along with comprehensive imaging and lab services, all services are conveniently located on one campus. We are accredited as a Chest Pain Center by the American College of Cardiology (ACC), designated as a Primary Stroke Center by The Joint Commission (TJC), and hold several orthopedic accreditations.

• Department: Behavioral Health
• Schedule: Full-Time, Days
• Facility: Prime Healthcare St. Mary's Hospital
• Location: Kankakee, IL 60901

Responsibilities

Conducts a therapeutic recreation program within the hospital to facilitate rehabilitation of the physically and mentally disabled. The Activity Therapist directs patient participation in selected activities such as games, social activities, sports or music to create an atmosphere of sociability, to provide a means of creative expression and to facilitate the learning skills for recreating during hospitalization and after discharge in the community. Creates an environment that allows the patient to explore his/her own potential, cultivate positive morale and minimize distress of illness.

Qualifications

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, TRAINING

• Is Board Certified in Recreation Therapy(required) or Art Therapy or Expressive Arts Therapy (certification preferred) or related field.
• Bachelor or master’s degree in Recreation Therapy or Art Therapist Therapy or Expressive Arts Therapy or related field.
• Minimum one (1) year experience in Behavioral Healthcare, rehabilitative or SNF setting preferred.

Pay Transparency

St. Mary's Hospital - Kankakee offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package that provides employees the flexibility to tailor benefits according to their individual needs. Our Total Rewards package includes, but is not limited to, paid time off, a 401K retirement plan, medical, dental, and vision coverage, tuition reimbursement, and many more voluntary benefit options. A reasonable compensation estimate for this role, which includes estimated wages, benefits, and other forms of compensation, is $22.93 to $33.21. The exact starting compensation to be offered will be determined at the time of selecting an applicant for hire, in which a wide range of factors will be considered, including but not limited to, skillset, years of applicable experience, education, credentials and licensure.

The company is dedicated to empowering its staff with a comprehensive, competitive benefits package, allowing them the freedom to customize their benefits to fit their unique needs. Our abundant resources, programs, and voluntary options serve as a foundation for individual growth and well-being. Learn more here: https://www.primehealthcare.com/benefitsthatmattermost/

Employment Status

Full Time

Shift

Days

Equal Employment Opportunity

Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. Company prohibits discrimination against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (subject to applicable law), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. Know Your Rights: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/EEOC_KnowYourRights_screen_reader_10_20.pdf