Recreational Therapist - Central Regional Hospital

NCdotGov; North Carolina; On-site; USD 39,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated Recreational Therapists to join their team at a state-of-the-art psychiatric hospital. In this full-time role, you will provide essential group treatment activities and interventions for a diverse patient population, assisting in their psychosocial treatment. You will be responsible for conducting assessments, planning interventions, and documenting progress, all while collaborating with a dedicated treatment team. This position offers a comprehensive benefits package and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of those you serve. If you are passionate about therapeutic practices and committed to providing high-quality care, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Health insurance

Retirement plans

Paid vacation

Paid parental leave

Community service leave

Qualifications

• Must be licensed as a Recreational Therapist by the NCBRTL.
• Current certification as a CTRS preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide group treatment activities and interventions for patients.
• Conduct assessments and plan interventions to address patient needs.

Skills

Licensed Recreational Therapist (LRT)

Certification as a CTRS

Knowledge in developing treatment modalities

Experience in psychosocial interventions

Education

Degree from accredited college/university

Job description

Central Regional Hospital
***Per G.S. 126-5(c1) (37), this position is Exempt from all provisions of NC General Statute Chapter 126 (State Human Resources Act) with the exception of Articles 6 and 7.***
This is a repost. Current applicants are still under review and do not need to reapply.

Central Regional Hospital, a state psychiatric hospital located in Butner, NC seeks Recreational Therapists to provide group treatment activities and interventions for a diverse group of multiple ages and diagnosis of patients with varying cognitive and physical levels. Position will serve as an advisor to a treatment team for the psychosocial treatment program. Position will conduct assessments, write goals and objectives, plan and implement interventions to address patient needs, and complete timely documentation. Additional duties include involvement in departmental coverage, special events, committees, and coordination and supervision of Recreational Therapy students, interns, and volunteers.
This is a full-time position and eligible for the full State benefits package including health insurance and retirement. The normal working hours are Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m to 5:00 p.m., with occasional weekend hours; however, flexibility is required to meet hospital needs. This position is mandatory to the Adverse Weather Policy, which will be discussed in detail during the interview process.

As of January 1, 2025, the new salary range will be $39,864 - $59,797.

About Central Regional Hospital (CRH): CRH is a State-of-the Art psychiatric hospital located in Butner, NC. Our location is ideal with four seasons, mild temperatures and provides an easy commute to the N.C. mountains or beaches. Butner possesses small town charm but is within 30 minutes of a major metropolitan area including Research Triangle Park, Raleigh, Chapel Hill, and Durham, NC. The people we serve are at the heart of our facility. Our team is critical to the mission of the hospital. We strive to create an environment in which every team member contributes to the overall success of the hospital to positively impact the lives of those around them and the individuals we serve.

About the Department of Health and Human Services:
The NC Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) serves the needs of the most vulnerable of North Carolinians and in order to accomplish this, we hire only the most dedicated and caring individuals. Finding qualified clinical professionals to treat and care for our clients is a continual challenge as demand for services grows and the availability of providers struggles to keep pace. We are seeking a motivated individual who is up for this challenge and is dedicated to our mission of providing North Carolinians with the very best in clinical care.

Compensation and Benefits:
The state of North Carolina offers excellent comprehensive benefits. Employees can participate in health insurance options, standard and supplemental retirement plans, and the NCFlex program (numerous high-quality, low-cost benefits on a pre-tax basis). Employees also receive paid vacation, sick, and community service leave. In addition, paid parental leave is available to eligible employees. Visit website for State Benefits. To receive credit for all your work history and credentials, you must list the information on the application form. Any information listed under the text resume section or on an attachment will not be considered for qualifying credit. Qualified applicants must document on the application that they possess all of the following:

• Must be currently licensed as a Licensed Recreational Therapist (LRT) by the NCBRTL.

Management Preferences:

• Current certification as a CTRS by the NCTRC.
• Knowledge in developing and implementing active treatment modalities (examples include leisure education, cognitive thought process, adaptive exercise, social skills, problem solving, coping skills, etc).
• Experience with independent planning, organizing, and facilitating group and individual psychosocial interventions.

ADA physical requirements will be discussed in detail during the interview process. Some state job postings say you can qualify by an "equivalent combination of education and experience." If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See oshr.nc.gov/experience-guide for details.

Licensed to practice recreational therapy by the North Carolina Board of Recreational Therapy Licensure.

Degrees must be from appropriately accredited colleges or universities.The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

All positions in the Division of State Operated Healthcare Facilities (DSOHF) shall be subject to pre-employment drug testing and criminal record background checks. All facilities within DSOHF are tobacco free environments. The use of tobacco products of any kind including vapor products are prohibited from our campus. All employees are required to adhere to the facility's Vaccination Policy.

Please make sure you complete the application in full. Resumes may be uploaded with your application, but will not be accepted in lieu of a fully completed application and will not be considered for qualifying credit. "See Resume" or "See Attachment" will NOT be accepted.

If multiple applications are submitted to an individual position, only the most recent application received prior to the posting closing date will be accepted. Applications must be submitted by 5:00 PM on the closing date.

Applicants will be communicated with via email only for updates on the status of their application. Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information regarding the status of your application over the phone. To check the status of your application, please log in to your account. Processing applications will take an average of 6 – 8 weeks due to the high volume of applications received. It is not necessary to contact the Human Resources Office to check the status of an application. Upon the closing date, applications are "Under Review" and will be screened by Human Resources for qualified applicants.

For technical issues with your applications, please call the NeoGov Help Line at 855-524-5627. If there are any questions about this posting other than your application status, please contact HR at 919-764-7200.