Therapist, Activity

Lifepoint Health; Highland Hills (OH); On-site; USD 52,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Memorial Physician Practices' Highland Springs, a 72-bed behavioral health hospital in Highland Hills, Ohio, is seeking an Activities Therapist to join our behavioral health team. As an Activities Therapist you will conduct assessments, set therapy goals and coordinate group activities to support patient socialization and recovery.

Candidates should hold a Bachelor's in Recreational Therapy, Music Therapy, or Movement Therapy and be CTRS or MT-BS certified in Ohio; ability to work with minimal

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Recreational Therapy, Music Therapy, or Movement Therapy.
• Current CTRS or MT-BS certification in Ohio.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision and in a stressful environment.
• Strong critical thinking and decisive judgement.

Responsibilities

• Conducts assessment and establishes recreational therapy goals to meet patient needs.
• Evaluates progress and effectiveness of interventions.
• Coordinates activities for groups to observe patient response and encourage socialization.
• Provides information about leisure lifestyles and community resources to patients and families.

Skills

Critical thinking

Decisive judgement

Minimal supervision

Stress management

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Recreational Therapy, Music Therapy, or Movement Therapy

Tools

CTRS

MT-BS

Job description

Activity Therapist - Behavioral Health

Your experience matters

Highland Springs is part ofLifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As an Activities Therapistjoining our team, you're embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier®. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.

How you'll contribute

AnActivities Therapistwho excels in this role:

• Conducts assessment and establishes recreational therapy treatment goals and objectives to meet the individual needs of patients.
• Evaluates each patient's progress and the effectiveness of recreational therapy interventions.
• Coordinates therapeutic activities for both large and small groups to observe patient response and encourage socialization.
• Provides patient and patient's family with information regarding leisure life styles and creates an awareness of resources in their community.

Why join us

We believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient care. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers:

• Financial & Career Growth:Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
• Employee Well-being:Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
• Professional Development:Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

What we're looking for

Applicants should have a Bachelor's Degree in Recreational Therapy, Music Therapy, or Movement Therapy. Additional requirements include:

• Current Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS) or Board Certified Music Therapist (MT-BS) in the state of Ohio
• Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgement, and the ability to work with minimal supervision
• Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action

More about Columbus Springs East

Highland Springsis a 72-bed behavioral health hospital that has been offering exceptional care to the Highland Hills community for over 9 years. We are proud to be accredited by The Joint Commission.

EEOC Statement

"Highland Springsis an Equal Opportunity Employer.Highland Springsis committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment."

Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier. Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post-acute care facilities. We believe that success is achieved through talented people. We want to create places where employees want to work, with opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a difference in communities across the country.