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Recreation Therapist/UKHC

3 months ago

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Posting Details

Posting Details

Job Title Recreation Therapist/UKHC
Requisition Number RE45522
Working Title Recreation Therapist/UKHC - KCH-Administration
Department Name H3060:
Children's/Maternal/Psychiatric Svcs
Work Location Lexington, KY
Grade Level 08
Salary Range $ /hour
Type of Position Staff
Position Time Status Full-Time
Required Education
BS

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Required Related Experience
No experience required.

Required License/Registration/Certification
Certified Therapeutic Recreation Therapist

Physical Requirements
This position may require sitting, standing, and/or walking for extended periods of time.

Shift
Day shift.

Job Summary
A Recreation Therapist plans, implements, coordinates, and participates in the conducting of therapeutic recreational activities for client groups.

Therapists conduct assessments, make treatment recommendations specific to the discipline and client needs, and communicate this information to appropriate team members.

Therapists function as a member of a multidisciplinary treatment team managing delegated aspects of clinical client issues. Patient responses and progress are communicated via rounds, written documentation, staff meetings and case conferences. The therapist is also responsible for ordering, storing, tracking, and resolving issues related recreation equipment.

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
The ideal candidate will have experience as a Recreation Therapist within a hospital. In addition, this candidate will possess strong written and verbal communication skills.

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No
Preferred Education/Experience
Bachelor's degree and current Certified Therapeutic Recreation Therapist certification.

Deadline to Apply 06/02/2024
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