Recreational Therapist

Ascension; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement: 403(b) plan

Well-being support: EAP, counseling

Job summary

Ascension in Austin, TX is seeking a PRN Recreation Therapist in Behavioral Health. The role involves assessing patients, setting therapy goals, evaluating progress, coordinating group activities, and guiding patients to community resources.

A BLS certification within 30 days is required, and recreation therapy specialization is preferred. Education options include a high school equivalency with experience or an associate/technical degree, or substantial relevant experience.

Qualifications

• BLS Provider within 1 month of hire date (or transfer date) required.
• Therapist specializing in Recreation preferred.
• Education requirements: high school equivalency with experience or an associate/technical degree or substantial relevant experience.

Responsibilities

• Conduct patient assessments and establish recreational/leisure therapy treatment goals.
• Evaluate patient progress and effectiveness of interventions.
• Coordinate therapeutic recreational/leisure activities for large and small groups; observe and encourage socialization.
• Provide patients with information about community resources and activities.

Skills

BLS certification

Recreation therapy

Education

High School diploma equivalency with 2 years experience

Associate's degree/Technical degree

4 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience

Job description

Your future role at a glance

• Location: Austin, TX
• Facility: Dell Children's Medical Center
• Department/Specialty: Behavioral Health
• Schedule: PRN | Rotating Schedule

How you’ll make an impact in this role

• Conduct patient assessments and establish recreational/leisure therapy treatment goals.
• Evaluate each patient's progress and the effectiveness of recreational/leisure therapy interventions.
• Coordinate therapeutic recreational/leisure activities for both large and small groups. Observe patient response and encourage socialization.
• Provide patient with information regarding resources and therapeutic recreational/leisure activities in the community.

What Minimum Requirements You’ll Need

• BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
• Therapist specializing in Recreation preferred.

Education

• High School diploma equivalency with 2 years of cumulative experience OR Associate's degree/Technical degree OR 4 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.

Benefits that help you thrive

• Retirement: 403(b) plan
• Well-being support: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources

Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you'll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

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