Recreation Therapist

4 weeks ago

Bakersfield, California, United States Recovery Solutions Full time
Recreation Therapist Job Description

At Recovery Solutions, we are seeking a skilled Recreation Therapist to join our team. As a Recreation Therapist, you will plan, organize, and implement therapeutic recreation groups and activities for patients with mental illness. Your daily interventions will include individual and group activities, crisis intervention, and behavioral programming to support patient recovery. You will also collaborate with interdisciplinary treatment teams to document and achieve measurable objectives in the Recovery Plan, while developing curriculums and resources.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Plan, conduct, and assess daily recreation and recovery groups to maximize patient participation and positive outcomes.
  • Implement individualized activity plans and maintain a creative, stimulating environment for patients.
  • Conduct therapeutic activities assessments, supervise other staff, and document services provided in accordance with professional standards and facility procedures.
  • Provide individualized care and treatment that considers the age and developmental needs of each patient.
  • Complete yearly training to maintain knowledge of care and treatment needs of patients with different ages and conditions.

Qualifications & Requirements:
  • Bachelor's degree required in therapeutic recreation or recreation with an option in therapeutic recreation.
  • Experience doing recreational therapy with persons diagnosed with severe and/or persistent mental illness and/or neurocognitive delays.
  • Certification by the National Council for Therapeutic Recreation or certified as a Therapeutic Recreation Specialist by the state for Therapeutic Recreation / Activities Certification required.

Why Work with Us:
We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. If you are excited about a role but your experience doesn't seem to align perfectly with every element of the job description, we encourage you to apply. You may be just the right candidate for this, or one of our many other roles.

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