Recreation Therapist - Psychiatry Admin

PeaceHealth; Bellingham (WA); On-site; USD 66,000 - 99,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) plan with match

Paid time off

Life and disability insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Wellness benefits

EAP and mental health program

Job summary

PeaceHealth is seeking a Recreation Therapist for Psychiatry on a part-time, 0.80 FTE, day shift. The salary range is $31.60 to $47.40 per hour. The role provides recreational services to patients and families and supports the Therapeutic Recreation program in a hospital setting.

The ideal candidate will hold a Bachelor's degree in Therapeutic Recreation, CTRS certification upon hire, and have a valid driver's license and BLS. Master’s degree is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Therapeutic Recreation with emphasis in therapeutic recreation required.
• Master's degree preferred.
• Upon hire Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS) required.
• Upon hire Driver's License required.
• Upon hire Basic Life Support (BLS) required.

Responsibilities

• Provides recreational services to patients and families and assists in planning, supervision, implementation and evaluation of the Therapeutic Recreation program.
• Assesses, plans, implements and evaluates patient care needs related to therapeutic recreation.
• Documents patient care in health records according to standards.
• Participates in process improvement activities.
• Develops and maintains the recreation therapy program; performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Computer skills

Therapeutic Recreation theory

Population diversity awareness

Assessment processes knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Therapeutic Recreation

Master's degree preferred

Tools

CPR/BLS certification

Driver's license

Job description

Description

PeaceHealth is seeking a Recreation Therapist - Psychiatry for a Part Time, 0.80 FTE, Day position. The salary range for this job opening at PeaceHealth is $31.60 – $47.40.

The hiring rate is dependent upon several factors, including but not limited to education, training, work experience, terms of any applicable collective bargaining agreement, seniority, etc.

Job Summary

Provides recreational services to patients and families. Responsible for assisting in the planning, supervision, implementation, and evaluation of the Therapeutic Recreation program which includes activities of a physical, functional, social and cultural nature. Works as part of the healthcare team to assist patients to maximize their potential.

Details of the position:

• Assesses, plans, implements and evaluates patient care needs as it relates to therapeutic recreation.

• Documents patient care in health record according to standards.

• Participates in process improvement activities.

• Ensures own professional effectiveness through education and professional development.

• Responsible for recreation therapy program development.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

What you bring:

• Bachelor's Degree Required: Therapeutic Recreation with an emphasis in therapeutic recreation, and

• Master's Degree Preferred.

• Required: Training and experience commensurate with certification requirements

• Required: Upon Hire Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist and

• Required: Upon Hire Driver's License and

• Required: Upon Hire Basic Life Support

Skills

• Proficient in a variety of computer applications (Required)

• Knowledge of the theories and concepts of therapeutic recreation, leisure, social psychology, and human development (Required)

• Knowledge of the diversity of the population including the cultural and diagnostic groups served (Required)

• Demonstrated understanding of the assessment processes utilized within the therapeutic recreation practice (Required)

Working Conditions

Lifting

• Patient handling no greater than 35 lbs. without the use of assistive equipment and/or devices (NIOSH).

• Fine motor skills to be able to grasp and control medical equipment and perform precise procedures.

• Ability to move around area with occasional sitting.

• Lifting (non-patient)/carrying occasionally up to 25 lbs.

• Push/Pull: 1-25 lbs. of force occasionally (i.e., moving equipment).

• Stooping/ bending/ squatting/ kneeling occasionally.

• Rehabilitaion staff working with patients with rehabilitation goals involving bed mobility, transfers and gait may use other appropriate and approved safe techniques and equipment in the course of the rehabilitation process if determined clinically appropriate.

Environmental Conditions

• Exposure to biohazard, body fluids and airborne particles.

• Time spent on site in medical/hospital setting.

Mental/Visual

• Vision and hearing required within normal limits (glasses, contacts, hearing aids permitted).

• Ability to communicate and exchange accurate information.

PeaceHealth is committed to the overall wellbeing of our caregivers: physical, emotional, financial, social, and spiritual. We offer caregivers a competitive and comprehensive total rewards package.

• full medical/dental/vision coverage
• 403b retirement plan employer base and matching contributions
• paid time off
• employer-paid life and disability insurance with additional buyup coverage options
• tuition and continuing education reimbursement
• wellness benefits
• expanded EAP and mental health program

See how PeaceHealth is committed to Inclusivity, Respect for Diversity and Cultural Humility.

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