Recreational Therapist

This position is responsible for planning, organizing, directing and conducting adjunctive therapy programs. The Adjunctive Therapist instructs or supervises patients in recreational and creative interventions as part of a therapeutic behavioral healthcare treatment program.

• Plans, implements, and directs therapeutic recreational/creative programs and interventions for patients.
• Develops specific adjunctive therapy treatment goals and interventions to meet the needs of patients.
• Serves as a member of a interdisciplinary treatment team that consults with other healthcare professionals in determining a total treatment plan and recommend changes based on individual observations and evaluations.
• Conducts therapy sessions using recreational/creative methods such as sports, dance, music, art, or relaxation techniques, designed to improve patients’ mental and physical well-being.
• Observes, analyzes, and records patients’...

Do you like to have fun? Are you a think outside of the box person?

East Carolina Rehab and Wellness (a skilled nursing facility) are currently seeking an Activities Director who has a passion for helping the elderly and the drive to create a positive and fun environment for those in need.

You will create and lead activities like arts and crafts, music, dance, and sports to develop their social skills and promote active, healthy lifestyles.......If you like to have a great time at work while enhancing the lives the others, apply today.

Requirements

Must be either a Recreational Therapist or a Certified Activities Director

Benefits

We offer competitive pay along with Paid Time Off, Medical, Dental, Vision, Matching 401k, Disability, Cancer, etc.

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Certified Recreational Therapist (Expressive Arts writing, music, dance, etc.), Looking for Full-Time employees!!

• Responsible for evaluating the strengths and weaknesses of patients in terms of leisure and recreational pursuits.
• Planned program of activities for those patients who need the intervention of a structured recreational therapy program.
• Develops, conducts and evaluates a diversified program of activities to individual patients.
• Organizes records, maintains, and orders equipment and supplies.
• Provides care to patients in a manner that considers safety, respect, comfort, and the therapeutic environment.
• Demonstrates a commitment to service, hospital values and professionalism through appropriate conduct and demeanor at all times.
• Maintains confidentiality and protects sensitive data at all times.
• Adheres to organizational and department specific safety standards and guidelines.
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Serve as a member of the interdisciplinary team, provide therapeutic interventions and recreational services to adults, adolescents, or children at the hospital. Minimum of 2 years experience in a healthcare, psychiatric care, and/or educational field. Inpatient psychiatric experience preferred. Bachelor's degree in a relevant field such as psychology, therapeutic recreation, music therapy, art therapy, or occupational therapy with a recreation therapist certificate. Certification is not required with a Master's degree in a relevant field. Excellent communication, assessment, evaluation, and interpretation skills. Knowledge of psychiatric and substance use disorders and treatment; flexibility; teaching or training skills; understanding of and ability to apply DSM-V methodology.

Associate license wage range: $27.39/hr. - $38.21/hr.

Licensed wage range: $31.22/hr. - $43.57/hr.

$2,000 Sign on Bonus for Full Time...

Houston Behavioral Healthcare Hospital (HBHH) is unique in so many ways. Our facility is located in a serene, picturesque setting within the Spring Branch District of West Houston. We have highly qualified caring staff ready to provide exceptional service.

Houston Behavioral Healthcare Hospital is currently recruiting for Per Diem Activity Therapists.

The recreational therapist serves as a member of the interdisciplinary treatment team, to provide therapeutic recreational and activity services to adult and adolescent patients under HBHH care for emotional or substance abuse problems.

Please note, HBHH has put in place COVID-19 safety procedures in its facility and continues to use safety precautions recommended by the CDC.

Requirements

Education:

Bachelors degree in a relevant field (e.g., recreational therapy, music therapy, art therapy, occupational therapy).

CTRS or TRS/TXC license preferred.

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