Recreational Therapist - PRN

Smokey Point Behavioral Hospital; Marysville (WA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Cafeteria on site

Free parking

Employee engagement events

Employee assistance program

Employee recognition program

Job summary

Smokey Point Behavioral Hospital in Marysville, WA is seeking a Per Diem Recreational Therapist to support patient treatment goals through engaging activity services.

The role requires a 4-year degree with applicable licensure (Washington) and CPR/CPI certifications; at least one year of related experience is preferred. The weekend shift offers flexible, per diem hours and the chance to contribute to a compassionate behavioral health team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in occupational therapy, art, music, recreational therapy, or movement therapy; Master’s degree preferred.
• Certification or licensure by the state of Washington and/or national governing body in art, occupational, recreation, or music therapy.
• One year of related experience; knowledge of psychiatric patient care preferred.
• CPR certification and CPI training required prior to assisting with restraining procedures; may require overtime and flexible hours.

Responsibilities

• Observe and assess patients’ physical and mental conditions and needs.
• Document changes in appearance, behavior, and progress toward treatment goals.
• Provide psychosocial/leisure and recreational therapy assessments and skills development.
• Assist patients toward independence.
• Plan and implement activity therapy for assigned caseload within the facility.
• Model and teach social, coping, and stress management techniques.
• Contribute to treatment plans with specific goals and interventions in therapeutic activities.

Skills

CPR Certification

CPI Training

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Occupational Therapy / related field

Master’s degree preferred

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Smokey Point Behavioral Hospital - Marysville, WA 98271

Position Type: Per Diem

Education Level: 4 Year Degree

Salary Range: $40.00 - $40.00 Hourly

Job Shift: Weekend

Job Category: Health Care

JOIN OUR TEAM AS A PER DIEM RECREATIONAL THERAPIST!

Weekend shift

Your Work Matters How will you make a difference?

Join our dynamic team at Smokey Point Behavioral Hospital and make a difference as a Recreational Therapist! In this role, you'll have the opportunity to plan and execute engaging activity services for our patients, contributing directly to their treatment goals and overall well-being. As a valued member of our interdisciplinary team, you'll provide continuous care, interaction, and positive role modeling to patients, fostering an environment conducive to healing and growth. If you're passionate about making a meaningful impact in behavioral healthcare, we want to hear from you!

• Observe and apply sound judgment to patients' physical and mental conditions/needs.
• Document and communicate changes in patient's appearance, behavior, and ability to work towards treatment plan goals.
• Provide assessment in psychosocial/leisure and recreational skills development/deficiency.
• Assist patients in achieving their optimum level of independent functioning.
• Plan and implement activity therapy for assigned patient caseload within the facility.
• Model and teach patients appropriate social, coping, and stress management techniques.
• Contribute to treatment plans with specific goals and interventions in therapeutic activities.

Your Experience Matters

What we’re looking for:

• Education & Licensure: Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university in occupational therapy, art, music, recreational therapy, or movement therapy. Master’s degree preferred. Certification or licensure by the state of Washington and/or national governing body in the following areas: art, occupational, recreation, or music therapy.
• Experience: One (1) year of related experience, with a knowledge of psychiatric patient care techniques with understanding of mental illness preferred.
• Additional Skill Requirements: Successful completion of CPR Certification and successful completion of CPI prior to assisting with a restraining procedure and within 30 days of employment. May be required to work overtime and flexible hours.

Your Care Matters

What we provide for our team:

• Cafeteria on site + one free meal per day
• Employee engagement events
• Employee assistance program
• Employee recognition program
• Free parking

Disclaimer: Benefits are subject to change at the discretion of Smokey Point Behavioral Hospital.

Compensation

The expected compensation for this role is $40.00 hourly. We’re eager to engage with all qualified candidates, and consideration will be provided to experience and skill level. Join us as our Per Diem Recreational Therapist!

QualificationsGet to know us Outstanding Care, Compassionate People, Unparalleled Service

Welcome to Smokey Point Behavioral Hospital (SPBH), a premier healthcare provider in Marysville, WA, setting the gold standard for excellence in mental health and addiction treatment support. Located in Marysville, WA, SPBH offers a full continuum of care, including inpatient and outpatient psychiatric services and specialized, evidence-based programs for all patients, regardless of their ability to pay.

At SPBH, the community is an integral part of our team, fostering collaboration to build an efficient, comprehensive, and seamless continuum of care. We take pride in offering dynamic, challenging, and highly rewarding positions. You'll have the opportunity to work closely with a team of experts, ensuring our patients receive personalized services that guide them toward achieving their treatment goals.

Join us in providing exceptional care and contributing to the well-being of individuals and families in need, and be a part of the transformative healthcare experience at Smokey Point Behavioral Hospital.

To learn more about SPBH, visit us at: https://www.smokeypointbehavioralhospital.com/

TOGETHER WE CAN MAKE POSITIVE I.M.P.A.C.T.S.

Individuals Maintaining Positive Attitude and Commitment To Service

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Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

At Smokey Point Behavioral Hospital, we value a diverse, inclusive workforce and provide equal employment opportunities for all applicants and employees. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status, pregnancy, parental status, genetic information, political affiliation, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities