Therapeutic Recreation Specialist - Inpatient Psychiatry - Per Diem - Days

ProMedica; Monroe (OH); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a mission-driven organization as a Therapeutic Recreation Specialist in Inpatient Psychiatry. In this rewarding per diem role, you will assess patient needs and develop tailored therapeutic activity programs aimed at enhancing mental health and well-being. Collaborate with a dedicated interdisciplinary team to implement effective treatment plans and ensure a supportive environment for patients. This position offers the chance to make a meaningful impact on individuals seeking psychiatric treatment while working in a dynamic healthcare setting. If you're passionate about improving lives through recreation and therapy, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; experience in inpatient psychiatric settings preferred.
• Must possess strong communication skills to engage with patients and staff.

Responsibilities

• Assess patient needs and develop therapeutic activity goals.
• Conduct and implement individualized and group therapy programs.
• Document patient participation and treatment plans regularly.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Verbal communication

Written communication

Therapeutic activity program development

Patient assessment

Education

Bachelor's degree (B.A., B.S, B. Ed.)

Tools

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

Job description

Therapeutic Recreation Specialist - Inpatient Psychiatry - Per Diem - Days - (87890)

Job Title: Therapeutic Recreation Specialist - Inpatient Psychiatry - Per Diem - Days

Category: Behavioral Health

Organizational Unit: ProMedica -> ProMedica Monroe Regional Hospital (MRH) -> Monroe Regional Hospital -> Inpatient Psychiatry (6060)

Location: Monroe Regional Hospital

POSITION SUMMARY

Assess patient needs, skills, and interests and develop Activity Therapy treatment goals. Provide therapeutic activity services to patients seeking mental health and psychiatric treatment. Conduct, design, implement, and adjust individualized and group programs to increase functional levels and promote therapeutic milieu. Conduct groups for patients inclusive of weekdays, evenings, and weekends. Assess daily patient functioning, leisure and recreational needs and document daily patient participation in Activity Therapy treatment. Participate in interdisciplinary treatment team meetings and document according to the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services' (MDHHS) and The Joint Commission.

ACCOUNTABILITIES

1. Assess patient functional and mental status, interests, and skill level through patient assessment interviews.
2. Interpret assessment information to develop patient goals and treatment interventions that contribute to increased patient functioning and to the treatment plan process. Document goals and interventions on treatment plan.
3. Notify Activity Therapy Staff of changes or updated goals as per patient functioning.
4. Complete weekly Activity Therapy treatment notes and treatment plans according to unit policy and procedure.
5. Develop, implement, and review activity programs for meeting the needs of patients.
6. Communicate and coordinate Therapeutic Activity programs with the PCS, Nursing Staff, Physicians, Managers and Director.
7. Implement established infection control procedures when working with or around patients.
8. Assist in arranging program coverage and ensure covering staff is well informed of the treatment required for patients.
9. Maintain assigned Activity storage areas in an organized manner.
10. Keep current on the policies and procedures for safety, including fire drills, disaster evacuations, weather safety, and infection control.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Education: Must have a bachelor’s degree (B.A., B.S, B. Ed.)

Skills: Must have interpersonal and verbal/written communication skills necessary to work productively with patients, families, physicians, and a variety of personnel.

Years of Experience: Three to five years’ experience in a comprehensive inpatient Psychiatric Unit (or comparable work experience).

License: N/A

Certification: One of the following: MT-BC (Music Therapist - Board Certified), C.R.T.R. (Certified Recreational Therapist Registered), or OTR (Occupational Therapist Registered); and CPR- BLS.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Skills: Individual, family and group therapy training and experience preferred.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Personal Protective Equipment: Demonstrates knowledge and use of standard precautions and PPE.

Physical Demands: Must be able to tolerate exposure to dust, fumes, chemicals, temperature changes, and exposure to blood borne pathogens and bodily fluids.

The above list of accountabilities is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by the incumbent; it should not be considered exhaustive.

ProMedica is a mission-based, not-for-profit integrated healthcare organization headquartered in Toledo, Ohio. For more information, please visit www.promedica.org/about-promedica.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex/gender (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression, age, physical or mental disability, military or protected veteran status, citizenship, familial or marital status, genetics, or any other legally protected category.

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