Therapeutic Recreation Specialist — Patient Wellness

Acadia Healthcare; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 52,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Acadia Healthcare in Madison, Wisconsin is seeking a Therapeutic Recreation Specialist to plan, direct and implement activity therapy programs as part of the patient’s treatment plan.

The position requires a Bachelor's Degree in Therapeutic Recreation or related field, with Master’s preferred, and at least three years of recreation experience in a healthcare setting. Certifications such as CTRS or related licensure, CPR and de-escalation training are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Therapeutic Recreation, Recreational Therapy or related field required.
• Master’s degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Complete activity assessment through patient observation and patient/family interview, obtaining information on the patient’s needs, skills, interests and limitations for the 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.

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Therapeutic Recreation

Master’s degree

Job description

Acadia Healthcare in Madison, Wisconsin is seeking a Therapeutic Recreation Specialist to plan, direct and implement activity therapy programs as part of the patient’s treatment plan.

The position requires a Bachelor's Degree in Therapeutic Recreation or related field, with Master’s preferred, and at least three years of recreation experience in a healthcare setting. Certifications such as CTRS or related licensure, CPR and de-escalation training are required.