Recreational Therapist - Brain Injury Rehab & Independence

NeuLife; Troy (MI); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

NeuLife Rehabilitation of Michigan seeks a qualified Recreational Therapist to enhance the lives of adults with traumatic brain injuries through therapeutic recreation. You will assess needs and develop individualized plans to improve physical, cognitive, emotional, social, and leisure functioning.

Responsibilities include implementing targeted interventions, documenting progress, educating families, and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to ensure safe, effective care across the care

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Therapeutic Recreation or a related field is required.
• CTRS credential in good standing is required; eligibility to practice in Michigan on hire.
• CPR certification must be current.

Responsibilities

• Conduct assessments to identify client strengths, limitations, interests, and therapeutic needs.
• Develop individualized treatment plans with goals, interventions, and outcomes.
• Implement recreational therapy interventions to improve physical, cognitive, emotional, social, and leisure functioning.
• Use purposeful activities to promote independence, safety, motivation, and community integration.
• Document progress and modify plans to support optimal outcomes.
• Educate clients, families, and staff on activities and strategies for carryover outside sessions.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, social workers, and the interdisciplinary team.
• Attend team meetings and care conferences as needed.
• Maintain accurate records in compliance with policies and CARF standards.
• Ensure safe use of equipment and materials.
• Additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Problem solving

Empathy

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in Therapeutic Recreation or related field

Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS)

CPR certification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

NeuLife Rehabilitation of Michigan seeks a qualified Recreational Therapist to enhance the lives of adults with traumatic brain injuries through therapeutic recreation. You will assess needs and develop individualized plans to improve physical, cognitive, emotional, social, and leisure functioning.

Responsibilities include implementing targeted interventions, documenting progress, educating families, and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to ensure safe, effective care across the care