Youth Recreation Therapist (CTRS) – Behavioral Health

Meridell Achievement Center; Liberty Hill (TX); Sur place; USD 52 000 - 75 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Competitive salary and benefits

Growth opportunities

Medical, Dental, Vision plans

401k with company match

Paid Time Off

Education Assistance

Student Loan Repayment

Make a real difference

Résumé du poste

Meridell Achievement Center is seeking a Recreation Therapist to lead group Recreational Therapy for multiple units, coordinating with the Therapy department to plan activities and events on campus. Role requires CTRS certification and strong interpersonal and clinical skills, with a collaborative approach to patient care.

The position runs Tuesday through Saturday, 9:00am–5:00pm, on a 60-acre campus near Austin, focusing on therapeutic activities for youths aged 10 to 17.

Qualifications

• Current CTRS certification through NCTRC, obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.
• Effective interpersonal skills and competent clinical skills.
• Collaborative, positive attitude and strong work ethic.
• Preferred: ROPES/Challenge Course certified, Animals experience, Behavioral health experience, one year of group facilitation experience.

Responsabilités

• Manage a caseload of 2 primary units, providing group Recreational Therapy and support to help them achieve their treatment goals.
• Plan and facilitate Recreation Therapy groups for 7 units on Saturdays.
• Collaborate with the Recreation Therapy department to plan and implement holiday activities and events.
• Document group notes and assessments in a timely and accurate manner.
• Participate in weekly treatment team staffings and team meetings to stay connected with your unit team members.
• Care for animals on campus with the Recreation Therapy department.

Connaissances

Group facilitation

Interpersonal skills

Clinical skills

Collaborative work ethic

Formation

CTRS certification through NCTRC

ROPES/Challenge Course certified (preferred)

Description du poste

Meridell Achievement Center is seeking a Recreation Therapist to lead group Recreational Therapy for multiple units, coordinating with the Therapy department to plan activities and events on campus. Role requires CTRS certification and strong interpersonal and clinical skills, with a collaborative approach to patient care.

The position runs Tuesday through Saturday, 9:00am–5:00pm, on a 60-acre campus near Austin, focusing on therapeutic activities for youths aged 10 to 17.