Recreation Therapist PRN (CTRS certified)

Universal Health Services; Ocala (FL); On-site; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

The Vines Hospital in Ocala, FL is seeking a qualified PRN Recreation Therapist to join our behavioral health team. The therapist plans, organizes, coordinates and leads recreation therapy activities aimed at restoring and maintaining patients’ physical and psychosocial functioning.

Responsibilities include assessing each patient within 72 hours of admission and documenting daily progress toward recreation goals.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Recreation Therapy with CTRS certification required.
• Two (2) years of experience providing Recreation Therapy in a psychiatric setting with an adult population or a Long Term Care setting preferred.
• Certification as a Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS) required. Current CPR and First Aid Certification.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, coordinate and lead recreation therapy activities.
• Assess each patient within seventy-two (72) hours of admission and complete daily progress notes on patient’s participation toward recreation goals.
• Ensure the program is appropriate to the needs, interests and capacities of patients and directed toward restoring and maintaining functioning.

Skills

Recreation Therapy

Education

Bachelor's degree in Recreation Therapy

CTRS certification

Job description

Responsibilities

PRN Recreation Therapist Opportunity

We are looking for qualified PRN Recreation Therapist to join our team of dedicated Behavioral Health professionals. The Recreation Therapist plans, organizes, coordinates and leads recreation therapy activities. The Recreation Therapist will ensure the program is appropriate to the needs and interest and capacities of patients and is directed toward restoring and maintaining optimal levels of physical and psychosocial functioning. Responsibilities also include assessing each patient within seventy-two (72) hours of admission and completing daily progress notes on patient’s participation toward recreation goals.

The Vines Hospital, located in Ocala, FL is a premier behavioral health facility offering individualized mental health and addiction treatment to adults in a secure and private setting. Our services include partial hospitalization and intensive outpatient programs. We offer acute psychiatric, detox, and PTSD treatment.

Our Location:

We are located in picturesque Marion County, FL. The county is known as the Horse Capital of the World. Enjoy the outdoors at one of the county’s serene parks, which includes wonderful hiking trails, river rafting, and tubing. Watch the county’s wildlife and view the scenery by taking a horseback ride through one of the area’s riding trails. Considered the heart of Florida, the beautiful region is centrally located within hours of many activities. Just a drive away from some of the state’s amusement parks or beautiful Florida beaches. The county is less than two hours away from some of the state’s large metropolitan areas. From young professionals to a growing family, the area has plenty of activities for every individual.

Hours: PRN - work hours are on an as needed basis.

Benefit Highlights:

• Challenging and rewarding work environment
• Competitive Compensation & Generous Paid Time Off
• Career development opportunities within UHS and its 300+ Subsidiaries!

Qualifications

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Recreation Therapy with certification as a Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS) required.
• Two (2) years of experience providing Recreation Therapy in a psychiatric setting with an adult population or a Long Term Care setting preferred.
• Certification as a Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS) required. Current CPR and First Aid Certification. Successful completion of Handle With Care training including appropriate use of seclusion and restraints within 30 days of employment, and prior to assisting in a restraining process.

About Universal Health Services

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