Job Description:

The Recreation Therapist within his/her area of specialization provides groups and individual interventions within a clinical focus for the inpatient and outpatient programs under the direction of the department supervisor. Provides 1:1 recreation therapy assessments to the inpatient units and assess patients during groups. Writes progress notes and participates in interdisciplinary treatment plan meetings and represents specific specialization, as well as, the Department as a whole within the clinical program. Provides direct treatment that is therapeutically effective and promotes safety and welfare.

Education:

• Bachelor's Degree - Art Therapy - Required or

• Bachelor's Degree - Recreational Therapy - Required or

• Bachelor's Degree - Occupational Therapy - Required

Experience:

• 1 year Behavioral Health - Inpatient - Preferred

• Behavioral Health - Chemical Dependency - Preferred

Certifications/Licensures:

• BLS Basic Life Support - American Heart Association - Required

• CPI Non-Violent Crisis Intervention Training- Required within 30-days of hire and renewal annually or within 30-days of return from a leave of absence.

• Professional Organization Credential - Preferred or Must be Obtained within 3 years of hire

Days worked per week: 3-4

Work Shift:

08.0 - 08:30 - 17:00 No Waive (United States of America)

Pay Range:

$32.62 - $45.16

Hourly

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

32