Experiential / Fitness Therapist Job at Rogers Behavioral Health (Oconomowoc)

Job Description

Develops, plans, implements, facilitates, directs and evaluates experiential therapy programming in all specialized treatment areas. Knowledge and experience are applied in an educational role with interdisciplinary staff and community resources. Documents within designated program. Is knowledgeable, skillful and have abilities in a wide variety of experiential media. The Experiential Therapist I will have a working knowledge of a psychosocial functioning of patient/resident groups as well as application of expressive activities within a psychiatric setting. These include, but are not limited to, adventure-based and environmental activities, sports, dance, group initiatives, arts/crafts, music, outdoor activities, art media, psychodrama, horticulture, ropes and challenge course.

Job Responsibility

Conduct self in a professional manner
Promote positive, team-oriented approach to patient/resident care
Display leadership and positive role-modeling
Display professionalism in all aspects of the position
Demonstrate a courteous and respectful demeanor
Identify concerns and provide input for resolution
Comply with Rogers Memorial Hospital policies and procedures
Participates in training new employees as directed by the leader
Participate in the Rogers Improvement System (OS)
Demonstrate an understanding of Joint Commission and other regulatory agency compliance guidelines
Conduct experiential therapy, as scheduled
Evaluate, plan and coordinate programming to meet patients’/residents’ needs
Maintain Experiential Therapy environments for safety and supplies
Be flexible with work assignments, including schedule changes and program additions
Have a good working knowledge of a variety of experiential therapies
Complete a treatment plan and evaluation according to Rogers policy
Complete therapeutic documentation according to Rogers policy
Demonstrate knowledge of intervention strategies and utilize redirection when necessary to maintain patients’/residents’ safety
Monitor patient/resident behavior and safely intervene appropriately, using de-escalation techniques and least-restrictive measures possible
Establish a therapeutic rapport with patient/resident groups, while maintaining appropriate, professional relationships
Demonstrate knowledge of psychosocial functioning of each patient/resident group
Attend all mandatory in-services and other in-services relevant to the position
Complete all required orientation competencies and training within the Experiential Therapy department and Rogers
Attend Experiential Therapy department and program staff meetings, as required
Meet with the manager of Experiential Therapy monthly regarding clinical guidance, training, program evaluation and problem reporting
Conduct program-specific programming off Rogers Behavioral Health grounds, following procedures for using Rogers owned vehicles, for designated patient populations
Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor

Requirements

BS/BA degree is required, preferably in art, music, dance, recreation, or other therapies required
Certification/registration through appropriate credentialing board preferred
Valid driver license in the state of employment (Residential and PHP/IOP assignments)
American Heart Association Healthcare Provider CPR or American Red Cross Professional Rescue certification is required within thirty (30) days of the date of hire, with annual re-certification
Formal training in management of the aggressive patient is required within sixty (60) days of the date of hire, with annual re-certification, including self-defense training
Ropes and Challenge Course training by Rogers Memorial Hospital, with yearly renewal (where applicable to the position)
Employees at the Child/Adolescent Day Treatment programs licensed under HFS §40 are required to have at least one (1) year of educational or work experience and a licensure or certification when serving children with mental health disorders
Compliance in Residential Care Centers (RCC) and Community Based Residential Facility (CBRF) employee training requirements

Nice to have

A Master’s degree in art, music, dance, recreation, or other therapies is preferred
Certification/registration through appropriate credentialing board preferred

What we offer

Health, dental, and vision insurance coverage for you and your family
401(k) retirement plan
Employee share program
Life/disability insurance
Flex spending accounts
Tuition reimbursement
Health and wellness program
Employee assistance program (EAP)
$5,000.00 retention bonus available

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