Activity Therapist

• Complete activity assessment through patient observation and patient/family interview, obtaining information on the patient’s needs, skills, interests and limitations for the development and implementation of the treatment plan
• Plan, organize, direct and implement the activities within the treatment program to facilitate patient progress with treatment goals
• Plan and implement an activities program including but not limited to therapeutic leisure skills and activities, leisure education and leisure awareness
• Facilitate and lead activity sessions to improve patient mental and physical well-being
• Instruct patients in activities and techniques, such as sports, dance, music, art or relaxation techniques designed to meet their specific needs
• Develop treatment plans and implement activity interventions that meet patient needs and interests and helps the patient achieve his/her treatment goals
• Engage patients in therapeutic activities, such as exercise, games and group
• Help patients learn social skills needed to become or remain independent
• Modify activities to suit the needs of specific groups
• Demonstrate a positive, empathetic and professional attitude towards customers always

• Bachelor's Degree in Therapeutic Recreation, Recreational Therapy or related field required
• Three or more years’ experience in recreation in a healthcare setting with knowledge of patient population served by the facility required
• Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS) or currently in the process of obtaining national certification
• OR certified in the area of specialty (Art, Dance, Music, etc.) OR clinical professional licensure (LCPC, LPC, etc.) with certification in expressive therapy area required

• Master’s degree preferred
• Previous experience in recreation in a healthcare setting is preferred
• Flexibility working with both adolescents and adults

$3,000 Sign on Bonus