Recreational Therapist - FT, Days, BHU

Southeast Hospital; Dexter (MO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Mercy Hospital Southeast in Dexter, Missouri, is seeking a Recreational Therapist to plan and direct activities for psychiatric patients under supervision in the BHU/Days shift. This full-time Clinical Support role supports rehabilitation/therapy services and requires a CTRS certification and a Bachelor's degree in Recreation Therapy.

Experience is preferred but not required beyond the stated expectations; SAFE Level 2 must be obtained within six months of hire.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Recreation Therapy required.
• Experience: Less than one year.
• Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist.
• SAFE Level 2 within 6 Months Of Hire.
• Excellent interpersonal, analytical and organizational skills are required.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize and direct activities and programs for psychiatric patients to improve their physical, mental, social and emotional well-being.
• Work under supervision of Manager, Administrative Supervisor and/or Director of Behavioral Services.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Recreation Therapy

Job description

Find your calling at Mercy! The Recreational Therapist works under the supervision of the Manager, Administrative Supervisor and/or Director of Behavioral Services, and plans, organizes and directs activities and programs for psychiatric patients designed to improve their physical, mental, social and emotional well-being.

Position Details

• Dexter, Missouri
• Clinical Support
• Rehabilitation/Therapy Services
• Regular
• Full-time
• Mercy Hospital Southeast
• JR265302

Location

Mercy Hospital Stoddard
1200 North 1 Mile Rd
Dexter, MO 63841

Hours/Schedule

Full-Time (40-hrs per week)

Department/Shift

BHU/Days

Education

Bachelors degree in Recreation Therapy required.

Licensure

Experience: Less than one year.

Certifications

Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist. SAFE Level 2 within 6 Months Of Hire.

Other

Excellent interpersonal, analytical and organizational skills are required in order to evaluate patient conditions, design therapy plans and assess patient progress.

Preferred Education

Preferred Licensure:

Preferred Experience: One to two years.

Preferred Certifications

Preferred Other:

Why Mercy?

From day one, Mercy offers outstanding benefits - including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, tuition support, and matched retirement plans for team members working 32+ hours per pay period.

Join a caring, collaborative team where your voice matters. At Mercy, you\'ll help shape the future of healthcare through innovation, technology, and compassion. As we grow, you\'ll grow with us.

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