Recreational Therapist - FT, Days, BHU

Mercy; Poplar Bluff (MO); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Paid time off

Tuition support

Matched retirement plans (32+ hours)

Job summary

Mercy Hospital is seeking a Recreational Therapist to plan, organize and direct activities designed to improve the physical, mental, social and emotional well-being of psychiatric patients. You will work under the supervision of the Manager, Administrative Supervisor and/or Director of Behavioral Services, within the BHU/Days shift.

This 40-hour-per-week, full-time role requires a Bachelor's degree in Recreation Therapy, certification as a Therapeutic Recreation Specialist, and licensure or

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist.
• SAFE Level 2 within 6 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Plans, organizes and directs activities and programs for psychiatric patients.
• Aims to improve patients' physical, mental, social and emotional well-being.
• Works under supervision of Manager, Administrative Supervisor and/or Director of Behavioral Services.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Communication

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:

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.