Under the direction of the Director of Nursing or designee, the Recreational Therapist will engage patients in therapeutic activities. Recreational therapists will plan, direct, and coordinate recreation-based medical treatment programs to help maintain or improve patients' physical, social, and emotional well-being.
Organize therapy sessions to interact with patients and offer recommendations for physical and mental wellness
Develop and implement rehabilitation programs to help patients adjust to a disability or illness
Ensure treatment plans are suitable for patients’ physical condition and are in accordance with their preferences
Monitor and keep track of patient’s progress to modify treatment program as necessary
Obtain and review patient’s medical records to assess patients abilities, interests, and needs
Provide health tips to patients and their families on leisure activities and lifestyle changes necessary for improved health conditions
Organize and lead patients in recreational activities such as art, sports, music or dance
Liaise with other health care professionals to plan and evaluate therapy programs
Help patients develop skills useful in participating in leisure exercises
Maintain accurate record of patient information, treatment program and recovery progress
Prepare and present reports to treatment team to highlight patients response to therapy
Perform other duties as required.
Required:
Completed a bachelor’s degree (an associate degree may be accepted depending on work experience)
1-5 years of work experience (depending on level of education)
Required:
Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS).
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their age, race, religion, national origin, ethnicity, age, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, et al), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, or disability.
Successful candidates might be required to undergo a background verification with an external vendor.
Req Id 88948
Department PSYCHIATRIC UNIT
Shift Days
Shift Hours Worked 8.50
FTE 1
Work Schedule SALARIED GENERAL
Employee Status A1 - Full-Time
Union Non-Union
Pay Range $54k - $87k Annually
...Compensation: Up to $175K Schedule: M-F 830-430 or 9-5 A high-net worth family in Beverly Hills is searching for an estate manager to ensure that their properties are operating effectively and efficiently. This is an opportunity to work for an employer that...
...process. Whether youre experienced or new to modeling, if youre comfortable with your form and... ...to collaborate with talented artists, we want to hear from you! We offer a professional... ...environment. Help us bring art to life through the beauty of the human form....
...Scheduled Hours 40 Position Summary Assists investigators as coordinator of a basic to moderately complex clinical research study; may be responsible for multiple research studies simultaneously, acting as a liaison with the school, sponsoring agency, community...
Overview: Up to $5K Sign On Bonus Compensation / Benefits ~$19.56-$31.94/hr. depending on previous work experience. ~ Evening differential $2.00/hr. ~ Night differential $2.50/hr. ~ Weekend differential$2.50/hr. ~ Sign On Bonus paid over 1 year. ~ Benefits...
...Trade Shop Assistant The Cornell University campus is widely admired as one of the world's most beautiful academic settings. The Division of Facilities and Campus Services is committed to providing the highest quality service to faculty, students, staff, alumni,...