Recreational Therapist Intern: Interdisciplinary Care Team

Pine Rest Christian Mental Health Svc; United States; On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

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Job summary

Pine Rest Christian Mental Health Services is looking for a Recreational Therapist Intern to join their interdisciplinary treatment team. This role involves utilizing expressive arts, recreation therapies, and psycho-educational interventions to create individualized treatment programs for patients. The intern will assess patient needs and participate in therapy groups, while contributing positively to the treatment team's goals.

Candidates should be enrolled in a therapeutic recreation program, with knowledge of current therapy principles. This position provides an opportunity to gain valuable experience in a supportive environment focused on mental health excellence.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in an accredited degree program for Therapeutic Recreation.
• Knowledge of therapy principles related to psychiatric and medical conditions.
• Experience in interactive education sessions and therapeutic interventions.

Responsibilities

• Assess patient care needs and develop treatment plans.
• Plan and participate in therapy groups.
• Establish therapeutic relationships with patients.
• Monitor patient safety and report concerns to management.
• Provide emotional and spiritual support to patients.

Skills

Therapeutic Recreation

Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT)

Customer Service

Patient Assessment

Education

Accredited bachelor’s or master’s degree program in Therapeutic Recreation

Job description

Pine Rest Christian Mental Health Services is looking for a Recreational Therapist Intern to join their interdisciplinary treatment team. This role involves utilizing expressive arts, recreation therapies, and psycho-educational interventions to create individualized treatment programs for patients. The intern will assess patient needs and participate in therapy groups, while contributing positively to the treatment team's goals.

Candidates should be enrolled in a therapeutic recreation program, with knowledge of current therapy principles. This position provides an opportunity to gain valuable experience in a supportive environment focused on mental health excellence.