Recreation Therapist – Inpatient Psychiatry

Danny Pettry® LLC; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Eastern State Hospital in Lexington, KY is seeking two full-time Recreation Therapists to join our inpatient psychiatric units (all-male and geriatric psych). The role covers groups, individual sessions, outings, and planning special events.

You will document initial assessments and progress notes, supervise students, and contribute to education notes. A Bachelor's degree in Therapeutic Recreation and CTRS exam passage within 6 months if not certified are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Therapeutic Recreation required.
• CTRS exam must be passed within 6 months of hire if not certified.

Responsibilities

• Conduct groups and one-to-one sessions.
• Plan outings and special events.
• Document initial assessments and progress notes.
• Supervise students.
• Prepare group education notes.

Skills

Documentation

Group sessions

Supervising students

Event planning

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Therapeutic Recreation

CTRS certification eligibility

Job description

Eastern State Hospital in Lexington, KY is seeking two full-time Recreation Therapists to join our inpatient psychiatric units (all-male and geriatric psych). The role covers groups, individual sessions, outings, and planning special events.

You will document initial assessments and progress notes, supervise students, and contribute to education notes. A Bachelor's degree in Therapeutic Recreation and CTRS exam passage within 6 months if not certified are required.