Therapeutic Activity Therapist – Behavioral Health

Universal Health Services, Inc.; Shreveport (LA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Brentwood Hospital in Louisiana seeks a dynamic Activity Therapist to join our team of professionals dedicated to improving mental health. You will provide therapeutic recreation and activities in a safe, nurturing environment that supports patient growth.

As a member of the interdisciplinary treatment team, you will develop and implement activity therapy plans, maintain clinical documentation, and help patients reflect on their progress toward goals.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Recreational Therapy or related field required.
• Previous experience in behavioral health activity therapy preferred.
• Hours: Varied.

Responsibilities

• Develops and implements activity therapy treatment plans in concert with the interdisciplinary team
• Maintains the clinical and administrative documentation associated with services rendered
• Accurately meets patient care review criteria; reflects patients presenting issues; current behaviors and goals.

Skills

Behavioral health experience

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Recreational Therapy or related field

Job description

Brentwood Hospital in Louisiana seeks a dynamic Activity Therapist to join our team of professionals dedicated to improving mental health. You will provide therapeutic recreation and activities in a safe, nurturing environment that supports patient growth.

As a member of the interdisciplinary treatment team, you will develop and implement activity therapy plans, maintain clinical documentation, and help patients reflect on their progress toward goals.