Recreational Therapist

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

Job summary

Sentara Healthcare Inc. is seeking a Recreational Therapist to plan and implement medically prescribed recreational therapy programs, based on each patient’s diagnosis and functional level.

The role includes performing in-depth evaluations using diverse assessment tools to identify cognitive, social, emotional, and motor function for leisure participation. The position requires a Bachelor’s degree and CTRS certification, with BLS within 90 days of hire and de-escalation/physical intervention

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree required.
• CTRS certification required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) within 90 days of hire.
• Behavioral Health de-escalation and physical intervention training within 15 days of hire.
• 1 year related work experience required.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement medically prescribed recreational therapy program based on diagnosis, acuity, level of function and cognition.
• Perform in-depth evaluation of patients using assessment tools identifying cognitive, social, emotional and motor function for leisure/recreation participation.
• Implement treatment programs through leisure education, adaptive leisure equipment, and activity analysis.

Skills

Recreation Therapy

Direct Patient Care

Assessment Tools

Interpersonal Communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

Overview

The Recreational Therapist plans and implements medically prescribed recreational therapy program for patients based on their diagnosis, acuity, level of function and cognition that supports optimum patient care. Performs in-depth evaluation of patients utilizing a variety of assessment tools that identify patient\'s cognitive, social, emotional and motor function for leisure/recreation participation. Implements treatment programs primarily through the use of leisure education and skills, adaptive leisure equipment, and activity analysis.

Education

• Bachelor\'s Level Degree (Required)

Certification/Licensure

• Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS) Certification (Required)




• Basic Life Support (Required) within 90 days of hire




• Behavioral Health- De-escalation and physical intervention training within 15 days of hire

Experience

• 1 year Related work experience (Required)

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