Recreational Therapist: Create Impactful Therapy & Activities

Sovah Health; Danville (VA); On-site; USD 24,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

401(k) retirement plan with company匹

Job summary

Sovah Health - Danville, part of Lifepoint Health, seeks a dedicated Recreational Therapist to advance patient care and community well-being.

You will plan and lead group activity therapy, conduct individual sessions, document outcomes, and complete assessments. The role requires CTRS certification, a psychology/therapy degree, and de-escalation skills, with opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in psychology, therapeutic recreation, or related field.
• Minimum of one year of direct individual or group therapeutic services experience.
• Current CTRS certification.
• De-escalation certification within 2 weeks of hire.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement group activity therapy sessions for diverse patient populations.
• Plan and implement individual therapeutic recreation sessions.
• Document group and individual sessions accurately and promptly.
• Complete Activity/Recreational Therapy assessments/questionnaires.
• Plan and assist with programming outside of normal hours for events.

Skills

Therapeutic intervention

De-escalation skills

Patient care

Education

Bachelor's degree in psychology or therapeutic recreation

Job description

Sovah Health - Danville, part of Lifepoint Health, seeks a dedicated Recreational Therapist to advance patient care and community well-being.

You will plan and lead group activity therapy, conduct individual sessions, document outcomes, and complete assessments. The role requires CTRS certification, a psychology/therapy degree, and de-escalation skills, with opportunities for professional growth.