RECREATION THERAPIST (CTRS) Per Diem

Universal Health Services; Maumee (OH); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Universal Health Services is seeking a Recreation Therapist to work Per Diem at Arrowhead Behavioral Health in Maumee, Ohio. This position involves creating a stimulating environment for patients to develop new skills and socialization. Responsibilities include planning and directing medically approved recreation programs tailored to the needs of the patients, which helps them build coping mechanisms and enhance interpersonal relationships. A Bachelor's degree in Recreation Therapy with CTRS is required, along with preferred experience in mental health or substance abuse settings.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a mental health or substance abuse treatment facility preferred.
• Professional demeanor and appearance required.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, and direct medically approved recreation programs for patients.
• Assist patients in developing interpersonal relationships and coping skills.
• Adapt leisure activity program content to patients' capabilities and needs.

Skills

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Organizational skills

Ability to prioritize multiple projects

Professional demeanor

Diplomacy and discretion

Education

Bachelor's degree in Recreation Therapy with CTRS

Job description

Responsibilities

Arrowhead Behavioral Health is looking for an outstanding Recreation Therapist to join our team Per Diem!

Recreation Therapists create an exciting atmosphere for our patients to learn and develop new skills. The recreation therapist plans, organizes, and directs medically approved recreation programs for hospital patients to assist patients in developing interpersonal relationships, socializing effectively, and developing coping skills and stress management skills. The Recreation Therapist adapts the leisure activity program content in relation to the patients’ capabilities, needs and interests.

Arrowhead Behavioral Health is a 48-bed psychiatric hospital located in Maumee, Ohio serving adult patients 18 years of age and older that need mental health and chemical dependency services. Inpatient offerings include treatment for drug and alcohol withdrawal management and stabilization as well as mental health crisis management. Our outpatient services extend the continuum of care to include partial hospitalization and intensive outpatient programs which allow patients to develop and utilize proper coping mechanisms to help establish a foundation for life. Additionally, we offer a Relapse Prevention Program along with a Medication Administration Program to support patients in maintaining lifelong sobriety.

Qualifications

Education: Bachelor's degree in Recreation Therapy with CTRS.

Previous experience in a mental health or substance abuse treatment facility preferred.

This individual must possess excellent verbal and written communication skills. Diplomacy and discretion are essential, as well as excellent organizational skills and the ability to prioritize multiple projects. Professional demeanor and appearance required.

EEO Statement

We are Equal Opportunity Employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status or status as an individual with a disability. All UHS subsidiaries are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. UHS subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers and as such, openly support and fully commit to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion and compensation of individuals without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.