Recreation Therapist

Novant Health; Forest Hills (NC); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

Novant Health is seeking a part-time Recreation Therapist at Rowan Medical Center. The role focuses on assessments, psycho-educational groups, and therapeutic recreational activities for a diverse patient population.

This position supports mutual teamwork and high-quality care within a clinical setting. Responsibilities include evidence-based assessments, delivering age-diverse activities, and maintaining complete records while collaborating with an interdisciplinary team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required or equivalent in Recreation/Leisure Therapy with NRPA/AALR accreditation.
• New graduates must meet certification/licensure requirements as applicable in NC.
• Experience in behavioral health is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct patient assessments and plan therapeutic activities.
• Provide clinical services to a diverse patient population.
• Maintain accurate patient records and documentation.
• Lead gym-based and psycho-educational therapy groups.
• Manage a caseload and participate in process improvements.

Skills

Assessments

Group facilitation

Documentation

Caseload management

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Behavioral health knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Recreation (NRPA/AALR accredited)

Job description

What We Offer

Recreation Therapist

The Recreation Therapist is responsible and accountable for the planning, directing and provision of assessments and of psycho-educational groups and therapeutic recreational activities to patients in accordance with the North Carolina Board of Therapeutic Recreation, physician’s orders, and Novant Health –SP.

Schedule: Part-Time, 16hrs, Weekdays

Location: Rowan Medical Center

Come join a remarkable team where quality care meets quality service, in every dimension, every time.

What You'll Do

• Conduct assessments for new patients
• Provide clinical services to a wide range of ages, cultures and socio-economic backgrounds.
• Keep accurate and appropriate record
• Take patients to the gym groups
• Conduct recreational therapy groups and therapeutic recreational activities to patients in accordance with the North Carolina Board of Therapeutic Recreation and physician’s orders
• Daily check in with patients on each unit
• Assist with MILIEU management
• Maintain a caseload and responsible for documentation regarding caseload patients
• Directing and provision of assessment and of psycho-educational groups
• Able to participate in process improvements, team meetings, and/or dept specific committee meetings

What We're Looking For

• Education: 4 Year / Bachelors Degree, required. Graduate of National Recreation and Parks Association / American Association of Leisure and Recreation (NRPA/AALR) accredited college or university with a Bachelor degree. New graduates after January 1, 2007 must hold National Certification (CTRS) and North Carolina State Licensure (LRT). Current practitioners must have the ability to obtain National Certification (CTRS) and North Carolina State Licensure (LRT) by January 1, 2008.
• Experience: One year clinical experience in Behavioral Health, preferred.
• Licensure/Certification: NC state approved curricula for restrictive interventions (facility specific) within 3 months of hire for Emergency Departments and Behavioral Health units, required.
• Additional Skills (required): Conduct assessments. Maintain a caseload and responsible for documentation regarding caseload patients. Provide clinical services to a wide range of ages, cultures and socio-economic backgrounds. Keep accurate and appropriate record. Perform well in a work environment dependent upon mutual support, a high degree of independence, and a strong team concept. Skill at presenting to groups, facilitating group interaction and providing one to one sessions as needed.
• Additional Skills (preferred): One year experience of mental health/substance abuse background with a working knowledge of psychiatric diagnosis and therapeutic interventions with the mental health/substance abuse population.

Why Choose Novant Health?

At Novant Health, we believe remarkable care starts with compassion for our patients, our communities, and each other. We value belonging, courage, personal growth, and teamwork, creating a space where everyone is respected, supported, and safe to show up as their full selves.

Job Opening ID

199933