Recreation Therapy Supervisor - Psychiatric Care (Weekend)

UHS; Virginia Beach (VA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS) Virginia Beach Psychiatric Center is seeking a Recreation Therapy Supervisor to provide and supervise recreation services for adult patients in a 100-bed psychiatric setting.

The role requires CTRS certification or equivalent licensure, an undergraduate degree in Therapeutic Recreation, and a Virginia driver's license. Candidates should have 1–3 years of experience within a psychiatric environment and be available to work weekends and holidays.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree in Therapeutic Recreation is required and CTRS certification or licensure in the field is required.
• Valid Virginia Driver’s License is required.
• 1–3 years experience working with adults within a psychiatric environment is required.

Responsibilities

• Provide prescribed and individual recreation services to patients.
• Assess, maintain and develop programs to enhance social, cognitive, physical and emotional functioning.
• Maintain a therapeutic relationship with patients and ensure a safe, clean therapeutic environment.
• Supervise Recreation Therapy staff and interns, including time and attendance, and document activities accordingly.

Skills

CTRS certification

Virginia Driver’s License

Adult psychiatric experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in Therapeutic Recreation

Job description

Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS) Virginia Beach Psychiatric Center is seeking a Recreation Therapy Supervisor to provide and supervise recreation services for adult patients in a 100-bed psychiatric setting.

The role requires CTRS certification or equivalent licensure, an undergraduate degree in Therapeutic Recreation, and a Virginia driver's license. Candidates should have 1–3 years of experience within a psychiatric environment and be available to work weekends and holidays.