Recreational Therapist

The Ability Center; Bowling Green (KY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-On Bonus $2,500

ATR A Organizational Membership

Job summary

Rivendell Behavioral Health Hospital in Bowling Green, KY seeks a recreation therapist to plan, evaluate, and implement engaging activities for clients receiving psychiatric care on site.

You will address leisure education, physical, social, and emotional skills, helping clients with anger management, relaxation, and wellness recovery. DBT-related experience is strongly sought after but not required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in recreation therapy or related field from an accredited university.
• Must be certified or certifiable by the National Council on Recreation Therapy.
• Must have or obtain first aid training and CPR certifications.
• At least two years’ experience; life experiences may be considered.

Responsibilities

• Plan, evaluate, and implement recreational activities for clientele served by Rivendell Behavioral Health Hospital.
• Address leisure education, physical abilities, social interaction, and emotional abilities of the clientele.
• Conduct programs such as anger management, relaxation, self-reflection, and wellness recovery.
• Experience with 12-Steps, Seven Challenges and DBT skills is preferred but not required.

Skills

Leisure education

Physical abilities

Social interaction

Emotional regulation

DBT skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in recreation therapy or related field

Tools

First aid training

CPR certifications

Job description

Employment Offerings:

• $2,500 Sign-On Bonus
• ATRA Organizational Membership
  • Access to On-Line Learning platform (CEUs included in membership)
  • Access to ATRA Initiatives at member rates

About Universal Health Services:

One of the nation’s largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS) has built an impressive record of achievement and performance. Growing steadily since its inception into an esteemed Fortune 500 corporation, annual revenues were over $11 billion in 2020. In 2021, UHS was again recognized as one of the World’s Most Admired Companies by Fortune; and listed in Forbes ranking of U.S.’ Largest Public Companies. Headquartered in King of Prussia, PA, UHS has over 89,000 employees and continues to grow through its subsidiaries. Operating acute care hospitals, behavioral health facilities, outpatient facilities and ambulatory care access points, an insurance offering, a physician network and various related services located all over the U.S. states, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico and the United Kingdom. www.uhsinc.com

About Rivendell Behavioral Hospital:

Rivendell Behavioral Health Hospital is in the heart of Bowling Green, KY on a 49 acre campus. At Rivendell Behavioral Health Hospital, children who are in crisis receive psychiatric care. Teens suffering from depression, disabling anxiety, feelings of hopelessness or suicide can learn new ways to cope. Teens and adults suffering from chemical dependency and substance abuse can get help, along with male adolescents who deal with sex offending behaviors receive treatment.

Visit us online at www.rivendellbehavioral.com

Job Description:

This job will require an individual to plan, evaluate, and implement recreational activities for clientele served by the hospital. Through the activities a candidate will address leisure education, physical abilities, social interaction, and emotional abilities of the clientele. The candidate should be able to conduct a variety of programs, such as but not limited to, addressing anger management, relaxation, self-reflection, and wellness recovery. Experience working with 12-Steps, Seven Challenges and Dialectal Behavior Therapy (DBT) skills are strongly sought after but not required.

Qualifications:

Education: A bachelor’s degree from an accredited university in recreation therapy or a related field. Experience preferred in a psychiatric setting.

Training and Experience: Must be certified or certifiable by the National Council on Recreation Therapy Certification. Must have or obtain first aid training and CPR certifications. At least two years’ experience. Life experiences may be considered in meeting experience requirements.

Physical Demands: Must have satisfactory health, stamina, and strength as the position necessitates frequent walking, standing, sitting, lifting, and assisting with the restraint of patients when necessary for the safety of the patient and/or others. Must have satisfactory vision and hearing to adequately and efficiently perform the requirements of the position. Must have the agility and coordination to participate in group activities. Must be willing and able to assist in protecting patients from harming themselves and/or others in emergency situations.

Materials Utilized: Van, all recreational and occupational materials including clay, wood work, bats and balls, etc.