Recreation Therapist

Job Summary:

We are seeking an experienced Recreation Therapist to join our Expressive Therapy Department at Adventist HealthCare. As a Recreation Therapist, you will play a vital role in providing therapeutic activities and programs to patients, promoting their physical, mental, and emotional well-being.

Responsibilities:

• Organize and conduct therapeutic activities such as dance, music, arts, crafts, social activities, trips, group discussions, and special programs tailored to patients' needs, capabilities, and interests.
• Participate in the development of treatment plans for patients, evaluating their medical records and providing input on their care.
• Document specialized therapy assessments, treatment plans, and progress notes in patients' charts, ensuring accurate and comprehensive records.
• Maintain a safe environment for patients and staff by demonstrating knowledge of safety issues and proper use of equipment and supplies.
• Assist in ordering and maintaining Expressive Therapy supplies and equipment.
• Observe changes in patients' behavior and health condition, reporting to the RN as necessary.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field, with a Master's degree preferred (e.g., recreation therapy, music therapy, art therapy).
• Recreation Therapy certification as CTRS, with a Bachelor's degree in recreation therapy required and a Master's degree preferred.
• 2 years' experience in an acute care psychiatric setting, with board certification/registration preferred.
• Active American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.

Work Schedule:

Sunday-Tuesday, 9:00am - 5:00pm

Pay Range: $39.03

Adventist HealthCare offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, prescription, dental, and vision coverage for employees and their eligible dependents, as well as employer-paid short and long-term disability, basic life insurance, and AD&D. We also offer paid time off, employer retirement contribution and match, and voluntary benefits such as flexible spending accounts, legal plans, and life, pet, auto, home, long-term care, and critical illness & accident insurance.

Adventist HealthCare is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, committed to attracting, engaging, and developing the best people to cultivate our mission-centric culture. We strive to create a welcoming, equitable, and safe place to work and grow for all employees, regardless of their background.