Experiential Therapist

• 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
• 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
• Monitor patient/resident behavior and safely intervene appropriately
• Establish a therapeutic rapport with patient/resident groups
• 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
• Attend Experiential Therapy department and program staff meetings
• Meet with the manager of Experiential Therapy monthly
• Conduct program-specific programming off Rogers Behavioral Health grounds
• Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor

• BS/BA degree is required, preferably in art, music, dance, recreation, or other therapies required
• Certification/registration through appropriate credentialing board required
• 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
• Art Credential - Cert, Art Therapist Registered - Cert, Certified Therapeutic Recreation Spec - Cert, Dance Therapist - Cert, Music Therapist - Cert

A Master’s degree in these areas is preferred

• 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