Recreational Therapist

3 weeks ago


Danbury, Connecticut, United States Danbury Hospital Full time


Position at Danbury Hospital

IMPORTANT: Therapeutic Recreational Specialist Certification required

Summary:

To provide activities and treatment to remediate functional abilities (physical, mental, emotional and social) and to assist in diagnostic and personality evaluation. Provides opportunities to acquire skills, knowledge, attitudes and insights to function independently in the community and to practice learned skills.

Responsibilities:

1. Assesses patients social, emotional, physical, leisure and cognitive abilities.
2. Develops treatment plan through writing goals and objectives; updates treatment plan.

3. Implements treatment with intervention techniques; conducts groups.

4. Designs program by developing protocols and selection of activities based on population.

5. Implements activity analysis as part of Evaluation Programs.

6. Prepares individual patient progress notes, discharge summary/planning related to leisure.

7. Communicates verbally with staff regarding patients.

8. Maintains supplies and equipment.

9. Maintains network with other health professionals, activities therapists and community services.

10. Develops resources and contacts for patients community involvement.

11. Fulfills all compliance responsibilities related to the position.

12. Performs other duties as assigned.

Education: BACHELOR'S LVL DGRE

Other Information:

Required:
  • Knowledge and skill of group dynamics, professional standards, and community resources.
  • Therapeutic Recreational Specialist Certification required
  • Minimum Experience: 3 years
  • Credentials: NCTRC
Desired: Experience with psychiatric patients in an acute, in-patient setting.

Working Conditions:

Manual: Some manual skills/motor coord & finger dexterity

Occupational: Some occupational risk

Physical Effort: Medium to Heavy effort. May exert up to 35 lbs. force

Physical Environment: Generally pleasant working conditions

Credentials: NCTRC

Company: Danbury Hospital

Org Unit: 91

Department: Psych Unit

Exempt: No

Salary Range: $24.92 - $46.28 Hourly

  • Danbury, Connecticut, United States Danbury Hospital Full time

    Job SummaryAs a Recreational Therapist at Danbury Hospital, you will play a vital role in providing activities and treatment to remediate functional abilities for patients. Your expertise will help diagnose and evaluate personality traits, while offering opportunities to acquire skills and knowledge.ResponsibilitiesAssess patients' social, emotional,...


  • Danbury, Connecticut, United States Western CT Home Care Inc Full time

    Job SummaryWe are seeking a dedicated Physical Therapist Assistant to join our home healthcare team. In this full-time opportunity, you will work under the guidance of a licensed Physical Therapist to provide high-quality patient care in the comfort of patients' homes.ResponsibilitiesThe successful candidate will be responsible for performing Physical...


  • Danbury, Connecticut, United States Danbury Hospital Full time

    Job SummaryWe are seeking a skilled Recreational Therapist to join our team at Danbury Hospital. As a key member of our Psych Unit, you will be responsible for designing and implementing therapeutic recreation programs to promote physical, emotional, and social well-being in patients.


  • Danbury, Connecticut, United States Western CT Home Care Inc Full time

    Job SummaryWe are seeking a skilled Home Health Speech Therapist to join our exceptional home healthcare team at Western CT Home Care Inc.Job Description:Assess and evaluate speech, language and/or hearing disorders in patients' homes.Determine and recommend corrective treatment plans to physicians.Develop and implement individualized care plans with...


  • Danbury, Connecticut, United States Danbury Hospital Full time

    About the RoleThe Recreational Therapist will assess patients' abilities and develop personalized treatment plans to enhance their functional skills and independence. You will also conduct group activities, design programs, and maintain records of patient progress.


  • Danbury, Connecticut, United States Western CT Home Care Inc Full time

    Position at Western CT Home Care Inc At Western Connecticut Home Care, we are seeking individuals to become part of our exceptional home healthcare team. We are interested in health care staff who thrive working independently at the top of their professional licenses while being part of a coordinated home health team, and who will be part of the continuum...


  • Danbury, Connecticut, United States Western CT Home Care Inc Full time

    Position at Western CT Home Care Inc Summary: At Western Connecticut Home Care, we are seeking individuals to become part of our exceptional home healthcare team. We are interested in health care staff who thrive working independently at the top of their professional licenses while being part of a coordinated home health team, and who will be part of the...

  • Speech Therapist

    5 days ago


    Danbury, Connecticut, United States Western CT Home Care Inc Full time

    **About Us**">Western CT Home Care Inc">At Western Connecticut Home Care, we're dedicated to providing exceptional home healthcare services. Our team of experienced professionals works closely with patients' physicians and families to deliver personalized care in the comfort of their own homes.This role is an exciting opportunity to join our exceptional home...


  • Danbury, Connecticut, United States Western CT Home Care Inc Full time

    Therapeutic Caregiver RoleWestern CT Home Care Inc is seeking a skilled Physical Therapist Assistant to join our home healthcare team. As a therapeutic caregiver, you will play a vital role in delivering high-quality patient care and support in the comfort of patients' homes.Key ResponsibilitiesThe successful candidate will work under the direction of a...


  • Danbury, Connecticut, United States Western CT Home Care Inc Full time

    Position at Western CT Home Care Inc At Western Connecticut Home Care, we are seeking individuals to become part of our exceptional home healthcare team. We are interested in health care staff who thrive working independently at the top of their professional licenses while being part of a coordinated home health team, and who will be part of the continuum...


  • Danbury, Connecticut, United States Western CT Home Care Inc Full time

    Position at Western CT Home Care Inc At Western Connecticut Home Care, we are seeking individuals to become part of our exceptional home healthcare team. We are interested in health care staff who thrive working independently at the top of their professional licenses while being part of a coordinated home health team, and who will be part of the continuum...


  • Danbury, Connecticut, United States Nuvance Health Full time

    Description At Western Connecticut Home Care, we are seeking individuals to become part of our exceptional home healthcare team. We are interested in health care staff who thrive working independently at the top of their professional licenses while being part of a coordinated home health team, and who will be part of the continuum of care at Nuvance Health....


  • Danbury, Connecticut, United States Western CT Home Care Inc Full time

    Job OverviewAt Western CT Home Care Inc, we are seeking a skilled Occupational Therapist to join our exceptional home healthcare team. As part of our continuum of care at Nuvance Health, this role will involve working closely with patients' physicians and families to provide care in the comfort of their own homes.This position requires a strong professional...


  • Danbury, Connecticut, United States Nuvance Health Full time

    DescriptionSummary:At Western Connecticut Home Care, we are seeking individuals to become part of our exceptional home healthcare team. We are interested in health care staff who thrive working independently at the top of their professional licenses while being part of a coordinated home health team, and who will be part of the continuum of care at Nuvance...


  • Danbury, Connecticut, United States Western CT Home Care Inc Full time

    Company OverviewWestern CT Home Care Inc is a leading provider of home healthcare services, committed to delivering exceptional patient care and support. Our team works closely with patients' physicians and families to provide personalized care in the comfort of their own homes.We are seeking a skilled Physical Therapist Assistant to join our exceptional...


  • Danbury, Connecticut, United States Nuvance Health Full time

    DescriptionAt Western Connecticut Home Care, we are seeking individuals to become part of our exceptional home healthcare team. We are interested in health care staff who thrive working independently at the top of their professional licenses while being part of a coordinated home health team, and who will be part of the continuum of care at Nuvance Health....


  • Danbury, Connecticut, United States Western CT Home Care Inc Full time

    About the RoleThis position offers an exciting opportunity to work as a Speech Therapist Per Visit for Western CT Home Care Inc. The successful candidate will assess and evaluate speech, language, and/or hearing disorders, determining and recommending the most effective treatment strategies to the physician. A key member of the home health team, this role...


  • Danbury, Connecticut, United States Western CT Home Care Inc Full time

    Position at Western CT Home Care Inc $20,000 Sign on Bonus At Western Connecticut Home Care, we are seeking individuals to become part of our exceptional home healthcare team. We are interested in health care staff who thrive working independently at the top of their professional licenses while being part of a coordinated home health team, and who will be...


  • Danbury, Connecticut, United States Nuvance Health Full time

    Description$20,000 Sign on BonusAt Western Connecticut Home Care, we are seeking individuals to become part of our exceptional home healthcare team. We are interested in health care staff who thrive working independently at the top of their professional licenses while being part of a coordinated home health team, and who will be part of the continuum of care...


  • Danbury, Connecticut, United States Nuvance Health Full time

    Description$20,000 Sign on BonusAt Western Connecticut Home Care, we are seeking individuals to become part of our exceptional home healthcare team. We are interested in health care staff who thrive working independently at the top of their professional licenses while being part of a coordinated home health team, and who will be part of the continuum of care...