Therapeutic Recreation Specialist

Henry Ford Health System; Wyandotte (MI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Recreation Therapist to provide therapeutic recreation services aimed at restoring and enhancing patients' independence and quality of life. This full-time role involves working in a dynamic healthcare environment, focusing on promoting health and wellness while addressing activity restrictions. Candidates should possess a Bachelor's degree in Therapeutic Recreation and relevant certifications, with a preference for those experienced in rehabilitation and behavioral health settings. Join a committed team where your expertise can make a real difference in patients' lives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Therapeutic Recreation and certification required.
• Experience in rehabilitation and behavioral health settings preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provides therapeutic recreation services to restore and rehabilitate patients.
• Promotes health and wellness, reducing activity restrictions.

Skills

Therapeutic Recreation

Clinical Training

Behavioral Health Experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in Therapeutic Recreation

National Council of Therapeutic Recreation Certification

BLS Certification

Job description

FULL TIME 40 HOUR DAYS

Provides therapeutic recreation services to patients referred for services to restore, remediate and rehabilitate a person's level of functioning and independence in life activities, to promote health and wellness and to reduce or eliminate activity and participation restrictions.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

Bachelor's degree with major in Therapeutic Recreation is required. Current National Council of Therapeutic Recreation Certification is required. BLS certification required within 90 days of hire date.

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE:

Rehabilitation Setting: Clinical training and experience in a physical rehabilitation setting is preferred. Behavioral Health Setting: Clinical experience in a behavioral health setting as Recreation Therapist is preferred.

Additional Information

• Organization: Henry Ford Wyandotte Hospital
• Department: Adult Psych Support-WH
• Shift: Day Job
• Union Code: Not Applicable