Recreation Therapist

3 weeks ago


Osawatomie, Kansas, United States Osawatomie State Hospital Full time
About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled Recreation Therapist to join our team at Osawatomie State Hospital. In this role, you will be responsible for developing and implementing recreation therapy programs for patients with mental health illnesses.

Job Summary

The Recreation Therapist will work closely with our multidisciplinary treatment team to provide individualized care plans that promote functional abilities related to leisure, social skills, and emotional well-being. This position requires a strong understanding of recreational therapy principles and practices, as well as excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities
  • Develop and implement recreation therapy groups and individual sessions that promote functional abilities related to leisure and social skills.
  • Conduct initial leisure screenings and medical records reviews to determine patient needs and goals.
  • Work collaboratively with the clinical team to identify and implement evidence-based recreation therapy interventions.
  • Maintain accurate and detailed documentation of patient contact and progress notes.
Requirements
  • Master's degree in Recreation Therapy or related field.
  • Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS) credential preferred.
  • Minimum 1 year experience working in recreation therapy or a related field.
Working Conditions

This is a full-time position requiring flexible scheduling to meet the needs of our patients. The Recreation Therapist will work primarily in a hospital setting with occasional off-site visits.

Salary and Benefits

$65,000 per year, plus comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, and retirement plan.


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