Recreational Therapist

11 hours ago


Hayden St Petersburg VA USA, United States Virginia Dept of Behavioral Health & Developmental Services Full time
Job Title: Recreational Therapist

We are seeking a skilled Recreational Therapist to join our team at the Virginia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services. As a Recreational Therapist, you will play a vital role in providing high-quality care to individuals with serious mental illness, addiction issues, physical and intellectual deficits, and those who have experienced trauma.

Job Summary:

The successful candidate will be responsible for planning, facilitating, and co-facilitating day, evening, weekend, special events, and holiday therapeutic interventions that promote hope and recovery. You will work closely with the interdisciplinary treatment team to provide client-centered care and document progress according to hospital and departmental policy.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Conduct client functional evaluations using modality-specific assessments and observations.
  • Provide quality recreation therapy services via groups and 1:1 interventions.
  • Develop and implement leisure/recreational programming on weekends, holidays, and evenings.
  • Work irregular hours as assigned, including weekends and holidays.
  • Participate in special unit activities and work with the interdisciplinary treatment team to provide comprehensive care.
Requirements:
  • Graduate or undergraduate degree from an accredited school of Recreation Therapy with completed internships.
  • Eligibility for National Therapeutic Recreation Specialist certification.
  • Valid Virginia driver's license.
  • Experience working with adults with mental illness, intellectual deficits, and physical disabilities.
What We Offer:
  • Competitive salary and benefits package.
  • Opportunities for professional growth and development.
  • A supportive and collaborative work environment.

We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. Please note that applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.



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