Therapeutic Recreation Specialist

Acadia Healthcare; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Mount Carmel Behavioral Health, in partnership with Acadia Healthcare, seeks a Certified Activity Therapist to join the team in Columbus, OH. You will plan, direct and implement activity therapy as part of individualized treatment plans for adults with behavioral health needs.

The role requires a Bachelor’s in Therapeutic Recreation (Master’s preferred), 3+ years in healthcare recreation, and CTRS or related licensure with expressive therapy certification.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Therapeutic Recreation, Recreational Therapy or related field.
• Master’s degree preferred.
• Three or more years’ experience in recreation in a healthcare setting with knowledge of patient population served.
• CTRS certification OR clinical licensure with expressive therapy certification.
• CPR and de-escalation and restraint certification required.
• First aid may be required.

Responsibilities

• Complete activity assessment through patient observation and patient/family interview, obtaining information on the patient’s needs, skills, interests and limitations for development and implementation of the treatment plan.
• Plan, organize, direct and implement the activities within the treatment program to facility patient progress with treatment goals.
• Plan and implement an activities program including but not limited to therapeutic leisure skills and activities, leisure education and leisure awareness.
• Facilitate and lead activity sessions to improve patient mental and physical well-being.
• Instruct patients in activities and techniques, such are sports, dance, music, art or relaxation techniques designed to meet their specific needs.
• Develop treatment plans and implement activity interventions that meet patient needs and interests and helps the patient achieve his/her treatment goals.
• Engage patients in therapeutic activities, such as exercise, games and community outings.
• Help patients learn social skills needed to become or remain independent.
• Modify activities to suit the needs of specific groups.
• Demonstrate a positive, empathetic and professional attitude towards customers always. When patient needs are not met, acknowledge and work to resolve complaints. Recognize that patient safety is a top priority.
• Perform other functions and tasks as assigned.

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Therapeutic Recreation, Recreational Therapy or related field

Master’s degree preferred

Three or more years’ experience in recreation in a healthcare setting

CTRS certification OR clinical licensure with expressive therapy certification

CPR and de-escalation and restraint certification

First aid certification

Job description

Mount Carmel Behavioral Health, in partnership with Acadia Healthcare, seeks a Certified Activity Therapist to join the team in Columbus, OH. You will plan, direct and implement activity therapy as part of individualized treatment plans for adults with behavioral health needs.

The role requires a Bachelor’s in Therapeutic Recreation (Master’s preferred), 3+ years in healthcare recreation, and CTRS or related licensure with expressive therapy certification.