Therapeutic Recreation Specialist

3 weeks ago

Fridley, United States Allina Health Full time

Number of Job Openings Available:

1

Date Posted:

August 26, 2024

Department:

38029941 Unity IP Mental Health MD's

Shift:

Day (United States of America)

Shift Length:

10 hour shift

Hours Per Week:

20

Union Contract:

Non-Union

Weekend Rotation:

Every Other

Job Summary:

Allina Health is a not-for-profit health system that cares for individuals, families and communities throughout Minnesota and western Wisconsin. If you value putting patients first, consider a career at Allina Health. Our mission is to provide exceptional care as we prevent illness, restore health and provide comfort to all who entrust us with their care. This includes you and your loved ones. We are committed to providing whole person care, investing in your well-being, and enriching your career.

Key Position Details:

.5 FTE (40 hours every two weeks)

10-hour, day shifts

Every other weekend rotation

PT benefit eligible

  • Lead groups with an activity focus (ex. Recreation, Health/Wellness Promotion, Symptom Management Skills, etc).
  • Responsible for planning, implementing, documenting group and activity-based therapy for patients with acute, chronic and persistent mental illness and chemical dependency
  • Ability to adapt and grade activities based on cognitive, behavioral, emotional needs of the patients
  • Ability to adapt and change therapy plan based on patient needs
  • Previous experience leading groups with patients with neurodevelopment disorders, ADHD, trauma history, autism, depression, and anxiety
  • Work closely with patient, family, and interdisciplinary team to develop comprehensive and individualized plan of care
  • Prior history working with acute, chronic and persistent mental illness in adults preferred
  • Training or experience in trauma informed care practices and motivational interviewing is preferred
  • Demonstrated skills in the areas of organization, communication, interpersonal relations, leadership, decision making and problem solving

Job Description:

Provides assessment and goal oriented treatment for rehabilitation and/or modification of specific physical, mental, emotional or social behaviors.

Principle Responsibilities

  • Provide therapeutic recreation.
    • Plan, review and revise programs according to patient needs and professional trends in therapeutic recreation.
    • Develop and teach treatment programs to meet patient needs. Examples may include Tai Chi Chih, goal setting, community groups, aquatics etc.
    • Provide adequate supplies for patient treatment.
    • Maintain safety of patient and staff.
    • Clean and organize treatment space.
    • Document patient treatment goals and progress.
    • Provide leisure and community resources to patients.
  • Coordinate interdisciplinary communication.
    • Collaborate in interdisciplinary treatment planning and goal setting.
    • Convey observations and changes to the team.
    • Participate in problem solving with regard to treatment planning.
    • Provide student education and evaluation.
  • Other duties as assigned.


Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Recreational and Leisure studies with an emphasis in Therapeutic Recreation
  • 0 to 2 years in a clinical specialty area or completion of a student internship in comparable setting


Licenses/Certifications

  • American Red Cross Lifeguard training if position supports aquatic programs required
  • Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialists - National Council for Therapeutic Recreation Certification preferred


Physical Demands

  • Light Work:
  • Lifting weightUp to 20 lbs. occasionally, Up to 10 lbs. frequently


Allina Health is committed to providing Equal Employment Opportunities to all employees and applicants. EO M/F/Disability/Vet Employer.

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